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JCB Gives Employees Extra Day Off
The outstanding contribution of JCB employees across the globe is being recognised with an extra day’s holiday to mark the company’s 80th anniversary.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 201 min read


Rare Painting Of Early Boxing Match For Auction
A rare painted record of a legendary boxing match that took place in Greta Green is coming up for auction in North Yorkshire.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 202 min read


Shields Ferries To Remain Serviced On The Tyne By UK Docks
UK Docks Marine Services has agreed a three-year contract with the owners of the Shields Ferry to ensure its vessels are kept ship-shape on the River Tyne.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 202 min read


The LEGO Group Officially Inaugurates Expansion At Its Hungary Factory
The LEGO Group officially opened a major expansion at its manufacturing site in Nyíregyháza, Hungary.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 203 min read


Parkstone Business Booms Following Investment
The Ives and Shand funeral business in Parkstone has grown following investment, with more staff joining.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 171 min read


The Princess Royal Opens Dorset New Sustainable Police Headquarters
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal has officially opened the award-winning Dorset Police Headquarters at Winfrith, marking a proud moment for everyone involved and recognising the project as a flagship example of sustainable blue light infrastructure.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 171 min read


Prickly Patients Receive Cash Boost From Global Packaging Firm
A Nottinghamshire charity dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating hedgehogs has received a welcome boost thanks to a £1,000 donation from global packaging firm, The Wilkins Group.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 162 min read


AJ Products Marks 50 Years Of Workplace Evolution
Workplace furniture manufacturer and supplier, AJ Products, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this week, marking five decades of designing, manufacturing and delivering end-to-end workplace solutions around the world.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 162 min read


Drop-In Sessions Brings Hope To Glasgow’s Mental Health Community
A Glasgow charity is expanding its reach to support even more people living with mental health challenges, thanks to a new initiative that’s already making a difference.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 162 min read


Autumn Flavours Arrive In Ayrshire
Popular Ayrshire restaurant and bar, Vic’s & The Vine, has unveiled its new autumn menu this week, with a collection of hearty dishes and bold flavours designed to celebrate the best of the season.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 162 min read


UK Mid-Market Demonstrates Resilience In Q3
Mid-market companies remained the growth engine of the UK private sector economy in September.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 163 min read


Skills Over Salaries: The Professional Edge Defining The UK Workforce
As economic pressures persist and the talent market evolves, new data reveals a fundamental shift in employee priorities.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 162 min read


Croxsons Strengthens Its Long-Standing Values With B Corp
Leading glass packaging supplier Croxsons has received B Corporation (B Corp) certification, a globally recognised standard that measures social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 152 min read


Renew Relationship With Farming To Support Food Resilience
The NFU is calling on the government to renew its relationship with farmers and growers at the Budget by introducing measures that will ignite investment and growth in the industry, as rock-bottom confidence leaves investment as bone-dry as the fields this summer.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 152 min read


Card Spending Declines In September, But ‘Treat Purchases’ Gets A Boost
Consumer card spending declined -0.7 per cent year-on-year in September, down from 0.5 per cent growth in August and lower than the latest CPIH inflation rate of 4.1 per cent.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 154 min read


The UK Family Business Census
Family Business United is delighted to launch a new campaign to help quantify the extent of the family business sector across the UK - The UK Family Business Census.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 152 min read


Agile And Purpose-Driven Family Businesses Outperform Their Peers
Agile and purpose-driven family businesses are outperforming their peers according to PwC’s 2025 Global Family Business Survey.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 144 min read


25 Years Of Gebrüder Weiss In Croatia With A Strong Growth & Positive Outlook
Twenty-five years ago, Gebrüder Weiss opened its first branch in Croatia, just as the country was beginning its economic transformation. The international logistics company looks back on this journey with pride.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 142 min read


St Austell Brewery Launches Extra Special Tribute 2025 In Waitrose
St Austell Brewery has announced the launch of Extra Special Tribute (EST) in over 250 Waitrose stores nationwide. Available from 13th October 2025, it is the first time this limited-edition beer has been available in supermarkets.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 132 min read


UK Family Businesses More Bullish On Growth Than Global Peers
UK family businesses are more confident in their ambitions for growth than the global average, according to the 11th PwC global Family Business Survey...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 133 min read
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