Consortium to look at how hydrogen could spark new industrial revolution for region

October 22, 2021
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Consortium to look at how hydrogen could spark new industrial revolution for region

The potential of hydrogen to transform the West of England’s economy, from its transport to the way its homes are heated, is to be explored by a new consortium of businesses and universities. The group, which includes many of the region’s largest firms such as Airbus and EDF, was launched at an event at...

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Brighter future could be in store for indie shops, Royds Withy King’s retail report shows

October 22, 2021
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Brighter future could be in store for indie shops, Royds Withy King’s retail report shows

Independent shops may have a stronger trading outlook than large chains despite the UK’s high streets being under more pressure than ever, according to research carried out by regional law firm Royds Withy King. However, its Retail Reboot report says that commercial landlords, tenants and local government must work together to redefine what the high street...

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Ahead of the Agenda: The Week Ahead

October 17, 2021
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Monday October 18 Final: Tristel Q3 results:  Etalon group, PJSC Severstal Tuesday October 19 Finals: Bellway, Essensys, YouGov Interim: BP Marsh Trading announcements: 888 Holdings, BHP Group Wednesday October 20 Trading announcements: Advanced Medical Solutions Group, Antofagasta, Segro Economic announcements: Retail price index, Consumer price index, Producer price index Thursday October 21 Finals: Renalytix, Renishaw Q3 result:  Barclays Trading announcements: AJ Bell, Anglo American,...

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Hedging on wholesale prices will help protect us from volatile market, says Good Energy

October 17, 2021
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Hedging on wholesale prices will help protect us from volatile market, says Good Energy

Renewable power supplier Good Energy has said it remains positive over long-term opportunities in the highly volatile UK energy market due to its experience and its hedging policy. The Chippenham-headquartered firm is 90% hedged for the next 12 months, which its chief executive officer Nigel Pocklington insisted would help limit its exposure to soaring...

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Appointments strengthen senior management teams at Thrings as it continues to invest in its people

October 15, 2021
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Appointments strengthen senior management teams at Thrings as it continues to invest in its people

Swindon-headquartered regional law firm Thrings has continued to develop its staff by appointing two new partners, three senior associates and seven associates in its annual promotions round. The new partners are Emily Prout, a dispute resolution specialist and head of the firm’s contentious probate team, who is based in Swindon, and succession and tax...

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Merger talks with London practice held by Royds Withy King to create £50m-plus revenue firm

October 15, 2021
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Merger talks with London practice held by Royds Withy King to create £50m-plus revenue firm

Royds Withy King, the regional law firm with an office in Swindon, is in advanced merger talks with a smaller London practice in a move that would lift its annual revenue to more than £50m. Bath-headquartered Royds Withy King, which also has offices in Bristol, Oxford and London, confirmed the discussions with Goodman Derrick, saying...

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