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Life-changing community centre revived by vital refurbishment

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13/01/2023

<strong>Life-changing community centre revived by vital refurbishment</strong>

New lease of life breathed into The Hive, Salford, improving its essential community outreach
Those in need champion its social value after works completed
Centre embodies “the Spirit of Salford” says Salford Mayor, Paul Dennett

A pillar in the Salford community has been transformed by a £30,000 refurbishment following an essential fundraising appeal.

The Hive community centre in Victoria Park, Swinton has long been providing life-changing support and welfare advice to Salford residents but needed a refurbishment it couldn’t afford. Now it has been refreshed and re-energised by the transformative works. The works allow it to continue to help support and promote residents to gain self-confidence and assist in finding employment in addition to wellbeing support for mental health issues and substance abuse.

The Hive also facilitates free alternative education provision, delivered by the Community Social Inclusion Network (CSIN), which trains and mentors many individuals through difficult periods in their lives. It has played an integral part in improving the lives of residents, including ex-armed forces officer Jamie, who served in Iraq. He has found The Hive to be a “place to come to have a chat, share life experiences and access support to guide my life in a positive direction” and cannot imagine life without The Hive’s nurturing.

Danielle, who is currently homeless, has championed the community spirit of the hub. She said: “The Hive provides me with friendship and support within an informal environment where I feel welcomed and valued.”

A key part of the work carried out by family-run contractor Seddon was the installation of central heating and high-quality insulation, which it hadn’t previously had. The centre has also had all windows replaced and a new kitchen fitted alongside painting and joinery work to make The Hive a more vibrant, welcoming, and comfortable space for all. The refurbishment has given the highly valued community space a new lease of life, with the investment allowing the facility to remain open throughout the year.

Its refurbishment was celebrated at a launch event 6^th January. Key leaders from Salford City Council, including The Mayor of Salford, Paul Dennett and Les Woolhouse, head of building and facilities were in attendance as well as Seddon CEO Jonathan Seddon and owner and director Nicola Hodkinson. They were joined by residents who spoke positively about what The Hive and this refurbishment means to them and the Salford community at large.

Mayor of Salford, Paul Dennett said: Salford City Mayor Paul Dennett said: “The much-needed transformation of the Hive Community Centre is fantastic. I’m absolutely delighted to see it open, meet the people who use the centre and hear about the wide range of positive differences it makes to their lives. It is now a building fit for the excellent services it provides and set for a positive future.

“Salford City Council has supported the Hive since it opened its doors to both veterans and the wider community. We’re proud of the incredible people who work there who clearly have the Spirit of Salford and provide local people with the vital support and care they need.”

Seddon was touched by the value The Hive brings to the local community and was eager to provide the refurbishment works it desperately needed.

Nicola Hodkinson, owner and director at Seddon said: “The Hive is a fantastic and well-valued pillar of the community which has been providing so much to the residents of Salford for so many years. Hearing stories from the people they’ve helped support and get back on their feet has been inspirational. When we saw their appeal for central heating and just how much the refurbishment would mean to the local area, it was an easy choice for us to step in and provide as much assistance as we could.”

“CSIN and The Hive make a real, positive difference to people. We are proud to have refurbished The Hive so that residents of Salford have a much-needed space to come together to socialise and enjoy activities and enrichment all year round.”

Manchester based impact software developer bolsters team with senior hires

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<strong>Manchester based impact software developer bolsters team with senior hires</strong>

Culture Shift, the Manchester based tech for good developer, has bolstered its senior team with two new appointments and a new addition to its board.

With almost 15 years of experience, Jules Curtin has joined Culture Shift’s growing team as vice president of sales, while Naomi Davidson has been appointed head of success.

As part of her role, Jules will be responsible for maintaining relationships with Culture Shift’s existing clients, while playing a key role in Culture Shift’s growth and long-term ambition to improve the world of work and study. Working alongside Jules, Naomi has joined the team to help streamline the way in which Culture Shift works with new and existing clients.

Culture Shift has also expanded its board in recent months, with Geraldine Osman joining as an advisory board member. Geraldine brings a wealth of experience with her, having successfully founded and exited StaffConnect Group, a mobile employee engagement platform helping to connect and engage workforces nationwide. Geraldine has also supported other organisations through periods of accelerated growth.

“It’s rare in life that you get the opportunity to work for a company whose mission and values resonate so strongly. I’m really excited to join Culture Shift at a time of such enormous growth and look forward to being able to facilitate more and more people having access to such a critical platform.” comments Jules.

“I’m excited to have joined the team during a transformational period, where growth is key. Culture Shifts’ purposeful vision inspires me, and working with our partners to embed the system across organisations is a crucial part of this journey.” adds Naomi.

The appointment of Jules and Naomi comes during an exciting time for Culture Shift.
Since being founded in 2018, the impact software developer has experienced considerable growth, reaching £1m Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in 2022 and tripling the size of its team since the start of 2020. What’s more, at the end of last year, Culture Shift was recognised and certified as a Great Place to Work.

As the team has grown considerably in recent years, Culture Shift has also recently moved into a new office space in the creative community of 86 Princess Street, Manchester. The move will allow the business to expand its team further as it continues to scale, going from strength to strength.

Gemma McCall, CEO and co-founder of Culture Shift comments, “over recent years, we’ve seen significant growth within the business, and welcoming Jules and Naomi to the team is the next step in our journey. Our board has also grown in size, with Geraldine joining as an advisory board member. Our team, and ultimately the business, is growing rapidly and I can’t wait to see where the future takes us.”

Culture Shift exists to lead positive change in organisational culture, through building products which empower leaders to tackle harassment and bullying.

To find out more about Culture Shift, visit culture-shift.co.uk

NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER APPOINTED FOR COUNTY COMMUNITY TRUST

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<strong>NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER APPOINTED FOR COUNTY COMMUNITY TRUST</strong>

Stockport County Community Trust is delighted to announce the appointment of new Chief Executive Officer, Alison Warwood.

As part of the development of the community work that Stockport County is keen to undertake, Stockport County Community Trust has appointed a new CEO, Alison Warwood, who joined the Trust at the start of January. Alison has a long career of working in the charity sector, especially within sporting community programmes having previously worked for City in the Community and the equality and inclusion campaign, Kick It Out.

John Stevenson MBE, Chair of the Trust said “We are delighted to welcome Alison to the County Community Trust. She joins with excellent experience of senior management and leadership in the charity sector and will bring a wide range of skills to complement and develop the existing team, allowing the charity to grow and expand our work further in the community in line with the Trust and Club’s vision for the future.”

Jonathan Vaughan Chief Executive of Stockport County Football Club said “I am delighted to welcome Alison to Stockport County. I’m really excited about her appointment and what she will bring to complement the great work of the existing team. Alison brings energy and skills which will allow us to grow the Trust’s reach and the breadth of our work in the community.

Keen to get started, Alison said “I am delighted to be joining County Community Trust at what is clearly an exciting time for both the Club and the Charity. The Trust is already carrying out some important programmes that clearly benefit the local community and hopefully we can develop these further, working with local partners and stakeholders to really help to use football and the Club to change the lives of people across Stockport and the surrounding area”.

A new partner joins Constantine Law’s regulatory and criminal investigations practice

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A new partner joins Constantine Law’s regulatory and criminal investigations practice

Emmeline Coerkamp has joined Constantine Law, the law firm specializing in employment regulation and employment law. The appointments take Constantine Law to a headcount of 10 partners and 15 fee earning staff- with an all-female team of five senior lawyers within the firm’s regulatory and criminal investigations practice.

Emmeline is a highly experienced criminal litigation lawyer, bringing expertise across a range of white-collar crime matters for clients facing criminal investigations and prosecution. She joins from PCB Byrne, a top ranked boutique fraud litigation firm in London where she worked for 12 years. She previously worked and trained at Irwin Mitchell where she worked with John Hayes and Sarah Wallace before the setup of Constantine Law in 2015. (See below).

Emmeline has particular expertise in defending individuals under investigation and being prosecuted by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for multi-jurisdictional serious fraud offences. She also has experience of investigations by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and The Insolvency Service.

She represents individuals at risk of criminal investigation, under investigation, pre- and post-charge, during trial, confiscation and enforcement. She also represents witnesses in proceedings. She defends clients against allegations of fraud, money laundering and tax investigations in complex cases across jurisdictions. She has considerable experience of confiscation proceedings, including acting on a matter with a confiscation order in excess of £3 million under POCA 2002.

She has been involved in a number of very high profile cases, including those brought by the HMRC and SFO in recent years. A link to Emmeline’s biography can be found here: https://www.constantinelaw.co.uk/about-emmeldine-coerkamp

Emmeline joins a growing team of senior lawyers at Constantine Law and her appointment is hot on the heels of the arrival of senior regulatory partner Nicola O’Connor who joined from Bird and Bird in September. Both lawyers have joined the highly regarded all female Regulatory and Criminal Investigations Team led by Sarah Wallace, along with regulatory and corporate crime partners Emma Vernon (consultant) and Jemma Sherwood-Roberts, who both joined in 2021.

Commenting on the new appointment, Managing Partner John Hayes said, “Our recruitment of lawyers of Emmeline’s calibre is a testament to our business model and the attractions of working for a progressive collegiate and agile firm like ours in these modern times. We are without the fixed costs of many firms, and we don’t impose targets, so our solicitors have more freedom to work and develop their work in a way that suits them best.”

“Legal advice on regulatory, financial crime and misconduct matters is a growing market – both for individuals and for businesses and Emmeline’s appointment will boost our reputation in this area further.”

Sarah Wallace, Regulatory and Criminal Investigations Partner added, “Non-financial misconduct complaints triggered by #metoo and #blacklivesmatters remain in the spotlight for the employers, the FCA and other professional disciplinary bodies. The SFO continues to urge companies to invest in strong compliance programmes and we expect new legislation to help tackle fraud. We are seeing an exponential rise in fraud cases before the UK courts.”

“We are delighted Emmeline has decided to join our team which positions us even stronger to deal with this upsurge in activity.”

Manchester’s iconic Northern-Quarter is getting a development from Select Property

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Manchester’s iconic Northern-Quarter is getting a development from Select Property

A leading property developer, Select Property, operator and investment specialist, has launched One Port Street – a landmark residential destination in the heart of Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter with construction due to begin imminently.

Construction is due to begin in early 2023, the development process will create at least 59 jobs and bring an estimated £28.07 million of economic impact to the city by the point of completion. The construction process will also provide the opportunity for new training and apprenticeship opportunities for local people.

Comprising 477 premium apartments, it will be the first development in Select Property’s flagship residential brand the ‘Prestige Collection’, which centres around high-quality amenities and resident experience. Apartments range from one-bedroom to three-bedrooms.

Located in Manchester’s world-class creative district, the Northern Quarter, known globally for its street art, eclectic food scene and support for local businesses, it was recently named by TimeOut as one of the ‘World’s Coolest Neighbourhoods 2022’. It also neighbours the popular area of Ancoats – named ‘Foodie Neighbourhood of the Year 2022’ – and is just a short walk to Manchester Piccadilly station and the popular Arndale shopping centre.

Adam Price, CEO of Select Property, said: “Launching One Port Street – and our Prestige Collection – marks the culmination of decades’ of experience across the UK’s residential market, creating compelling places to live. One Port Street harnesses that knowledge to create the ultimate residential offer, and there is no better city to do it than Manchester.

“Once complete, the site will not only deliver for its residents, but it will bring greater value for the wider city too, creating an inviting neighbourhood with more green, public spaces and incorporating sustainability measures that will have a lasting positive impact on Manchester and its people for years to come.”

With a focus on welcoming hospitality and outstanding quality, One Port Street will redefine city centre living providing the amenities of a luxury five-star hotel and the exclusivity of a private members’ club, giving residents the opportunity to socialise in any of the extensive communal areas, or allowing the privacy to enjoy the surroundings alone.

Great care has been taken to ensure that One Port Street becomes a green gateway to the city with significant planting to create over 22,000 sq ft of public green space helping to create a better connection to the Northern Quarter, Ancoats and Piccadilly, as well as promoting greener travel with EV charging points and cycle storage.

Designed by renowned architecture firm, SimpsonHaugh, the 33-storey One Port Street gives a nod to Manchester’s industrial history with the interior design taking inspiration from warehouse and loft conversions without the compromise on quality and layout. The design will blend elegant style with urban renewal and embrace raw architectural elements including wood, metal, stone and fire.

Ian Simpson, Partner at SimpsonHaugh, added: “One Port Street will become as synonymous with the Northern Quarter as Beetham Tower has become for Deansgate. Celebrating its neighbourhood in full, the building has been designed to fuse modern luxury living and all the trappings that brings such as a stunning pool with urban contemporary loft-apartments that Manchester, Brooklyn, and Shoreditch are famous for. Once finished, it will be the ultimate place for professionals to live.”

The grand reception area will be reminiscent of a hotel, centred around a 360° firepit with concierge service, ensuring a warm welcome for all. There will also be a 2,000 sq ft leisure suite featuring a private swimming pool and spa pool, a state-of-the-art gym and separate fitness studio. With a focus on resident wellbeing, the new destination will also provide two outdoor spaces – a ground floor urban garden with covered seating to be enjoyed all year, and a rooftop garden terrace.

Continuing the five-star experience, residents will also have access to Paganini’s, a seventh floor club lounge with terrace and dry bar available for hire, innovative co-working spaces with private booths, private dining areas available for hire and a premium ‘grab & go’ food and beverage outlet on the ground floor. One Port Street has been designed with the principles of an exclusive private members club, offering opportunities to socialise or enjoy some time alone.

Price added: “To date, we have sold over £2.6 billion worth of property across multiple brands to our global investors, but One Port Street is our most exciting one yet – situated in the iconic Northern Quarter of the city, it is a bespoke property offering a five-star living experience. As a first-of-its kind destination, One Port Street will quickly become an in-demand postcode in the city and provide a vibrant new residential neighbourhood.”

Renaker is the main construction partner on the development and the scheme has been designed by SimpsonHaugh.

More information about One Port Street can be found here.

According to new research, digitisation technologies could save UK millions of pounds

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According to new research, digitisation technologies could save UK millions of pounds

By digitising slow and expensive paperwork, medium-sized UK law firms could save £336 million each year and cut carbon emissions, according to new research.

Each law firm would save approximately £400,000 annually by reduced printing costs, completing administrative tasks quicker and minimising storage costs for paper documents, according to research by Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) and E-Sign, which makes electronic signature technology.

The estimated savings assumes that a medium-sized law firm (defined as having 2-250 employees^[2]) will handle 18,000 legal documents each year.

Researchers at LJMU calculated efficiency savings from digitisation, including the costs of printing, delivering and returning agreements, storage and administrative time.

Financial considerations were also given to cost increases in materials supply chain shortages, caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine.

The study calculated annual savings of £416,892:

● Printing Colour Pages £210,000

● Printing B&W Pages £84,000

● Paper Colour £15,428

● Paper B&W £15,092

● Postage £73,800

● Administration £18,572

● Storage £107,583

Environmental benefits

The shift to digitisation would also help the environment. Posting and delivering fewer documents to clients would reduce carbon emissions from transport – saving 805.895 kilos of CO2e for each firm annually.

The research was carried out by the Eco-I North-West project based at LJMU.

Eco-I North West Project Manager John Mathias said: “Businesses large and small across every industry have a part to play in reducing carbon emissions and fighting climate change.

“Becoming a greener, more environmentally sustainable business also brings other benefits such as reduced costs and increased efficiencies.

“Working with E Sign has shown how digitisation can have a positive impact on carbon emissions and costs. We would encourage all businesses to start their own low carbon journey.”

Thomas Taylor, Managing Director of E-Sign, says:

“This study shows the tangible financial and environmental benefits of implementing digitisation in the legal sector. With the UK economy expected to go into recession, smaller firms will need to make every possible saving. Electronic signatures can save a significant amount of money, improve client service and help the environment.”

Faster turnaround

Researchers also estimated that digitisation would improve client service by enabling important client documents to be signed in a couple of days, compared to a couple of weeks if they are sent by post and delayed or returned without a signature.

A faster turnaround of administrative tasks could also increase law firms’ revenue by enabling them to handle more client work, while reducing administrative costs and increasing profit margins.

The 2021 Thompson Reuters UK Small and Medium-Sized Law Firm Market Report^[3] highlighted concerns around technology in the legal sector, noting that just 44% of firms have invested in automation to improve processes and productivity.

Furthermore, while use of technology to automate and collaborate has increased in the legal sector, the rate of adoption among small and medium sized businesses was described as ‘relatively slow’. Barriers cited included lack of clarity on the benefits, lack of confidence around implementation and change management approaches.

Thomas Taylor, Managing Director at E-sign said: “We know the medium sized legal sector faces huge challenges in the adoption of technology that can improve processes and efficiency. Through this research we’ve been able to demonstrate that change can be met with wider efficiency and sustainability benefits.”

“There’s no doubt that managing technology change in a legal firm can be a daunting task, however, we pride ourselves on building strong relationships with our clients, backed by our secure thinking, expertise and a personalised approach to managing the digitisation process. Firms can feel confident in making choices that will have a huge impact on day-to-day for all staff, clients and stakeholders.”

For more information on implementing digitisation for agreements in the legal sector, visit https://www.e-sign.co.uk

Investors in People awards SAS Daniels LLP

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Investors in People awards SAS Daniels LLP

The much sought after We Invest in People Gold accreditation from Investors in People has been awarded to the North West law firm SAS Daniels LLP.

Investors in People (IiP) encourages businesses to value their employees above all else, by assessing organisations against a specific framework to understand how they’re working with their employees to build a supportive, engaging workplace.

SAS Daniels, which has offices in Stockport, Macclesfield, Chester and Congleton, was awarded Gold, meaning the business has gone above and beyond IiP’s standard criteria.

SAS Daniels LLP received a score of 773 out of 900 following the IIP assessment; 46 points higher than the average IIP benchmark, and 44 points higher than other law firms.

115 out of 119 employees completed the survey, with the report noting that without exception, everyone interviewed spoke highly of the partners and their line managers.

The main findings of the report include 97% of employees agreeing that there are consistently high levels of trust at all levels of the practice, whilst another 97% think that they are encouraged to take the lead and develop their leadership skills within the workplace.

The staff interviews revealed that there were exceptionally high levels of trust at all levels of the practice and most notably, 96% of the employees surveyed thought that the practice was a great place to work.

Jeremy Orrell, chief executive officer at SAS Daniels LLP said:

“The framework set by Investors in People is a great practice for all businesses looking to ensure their staff feel supported at work, so we were thrilled to learn we had been awarded a Gold accreditation following an assessment of our company.

“The pandemic further highlighted to all businesses how important the factors raised by IIP is in the workplace, and we’re glad to hear that the improvements and support we have promoted in recent years has been recognised by such a reputable and renowned company.

“We understand the value of people and the importance of making work better for everyone, that’s why we’re committed to our employees and will continue to evolve our workplace with them front and centre of everything we do.”

SAS Daniels is a full-service law firm acting for businesses and individuals across the north west and nationally.

Over 130 deals worth billions in value have been completed by Browne Jacobson in 2022

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Over 130 deals worth billions in value have been completed by Browne Jacobson in 2022

Throughout 2022, Browne Jacobson’s corporate finance dealmakers were instructed to advise on over 130 high profile UK and international transactions. These transactions have a combined value of over £3billion.

The deals cut across various sector specialisms for the UK and Ireland law firm, including, tech, energy & infrastructure, retail & consumer, construction & real estate, health, and include advising:

Suez SA and its shareholders on its acquisition of its former UK waste management business, Suez Recycling & Recovery UK from French business, Veolia
Accountancy firm Cooper Parry on its agreement with Dutch based firm, Waterland Private Equity to invest in the business
Joules founder, Tom Joules on his collaboration with high street retail giant Next
The management sellers of CARE Fertility (CARE) on the sale of the entire issued share capital of CARE for an undisclosed amount
Private Equity (PE) investors, Palatine on its exit from Construction Testing Solutions (CTS) which represented a 5.8x return for the PE House
Tech enabled shipping and logistics service provider, World Options on its majority buyout by Italian headquartered MBE Worldwide (“MBE”)
Leading private equity investor, Rcapital Partners LLP (Rcapital) on its majority stake acquisition of managing general agents (MGAs), UK General Insurance Ltd (UKG) and Precision Partnership Limited (PPL)
On the admission of the entire issued ordinary share capital of green hydrogen technology and manufacturing group, Clean Power Hydrogen to trade on AIM, a market operated by the London Stock Exchange plc
Specialist bicycle insurer Laka on an investment from Porsche Ventures (a venture capital division of Porsche AG).

The team were also awarded various industry accolades throughout 2022 including, ‘Corporate Law Firm of the Year’ award at the East Midlands Dealmakers Awards, which also saw partner Sandra Wong win ‘Emerging Dealmaker of the Year’ – the only lawyer to win the title. In addition, the firm were named on a host of winning deals at a selection of Insider’s regional dealmakers awards and, were a recognised finalist in the ‘Regional Legal Adviser of the Year’ category at the European Private Equity Awards 2022.

Richard Cox, partner and head of corporate finance at Browne Jacobson, said: “Whilst the start of 2022 saw a continuation of the Pandemic “boom”, we did see a slight decline in general M&A activity in the second half of the year due to increased financial challenges in the economy, including rising interest rates to curb inflation. Despite this, we continued to advise on a great mix of innovative M&A and PE related transactions, including some big-ticket ones that showcased our unwavering strength in depth and versatility, particularly in the retail, manufacturing, and tech sectors – sectors we expect to remain highly active in throughout 2023. With the ever-growing spotlight on Environmental, Social and Governance, we also envisage a growth in energy and infrastructure sector related deals too.

“On the whole, the M&A market remains robust, and we are looking forward to supporting our longstanding and new clients on a healthy pipeline of exciting deals in 2023.” Browne Jacobson’s award-winning corporate finance practice operates from the firm’s Birmingham, London, Manchester and Nottingham offices. It is supported by over 50 corporate and banking & finance expert lawyers who advise domestic and international clients on a full spectrum of corporate issues, from major strategic transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, venture capital and development capital investments, joint ventures and corporate reorganisations to regulated corporate work such as initial public offerings (IPOs) and cross border restructuring.

LINEN MANUFACTURER SET TO TACKLE SKILLS SHORTAGE BY TEACHING PEOPLE HOW TO SEW

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<strong>LINEN MANUFACTURER SET TO TACKLE SKILLS SHORTAGE BY TEACHING PEOPLE HOW TO SEW</strong>

In a bid to combat a sewing skills shortage, local textile manufacturer, Richard Haworth Ltd, is hosting an event at Kearsley Mill to teach people how to sew.

As the leading supplier of linens to the UK’s hotel, hospitality and restaurant industry, Richard Haworth has been manufacturing at its Greater Manchester headquarters since 1986, boasting Wimbledon, The Midland, Manchester, Gordon Ramsay Restaurants and The Fashion Awards, among its clients. However, the business has identified a genuine shortage of skilled people, who can operate a sewing machine and carry out technical finishing work, to ensure the continuation of its British manufacturing operations.

Raj Ruia, managing director said, “It is a sad reality that we no longer have individuals entering the workplace with the practical skills we require, such as cutting, sewing and embroidery – all of which are fundamental to our production process. In a world where so many manufacturing lines are turning to AI and robots, and the education system is less focused on equipping students with hands-on skills, we still very much need and want to employ people. It is due to our skilled seamstresses that our products are of the highest quality and our talented team ensures that we continue to surpass the industry standard.”

However, with some of its machinists having been employed for over 40 years, Richard Haworth is now looking to recruit and train up the next generation of employees to join its manufacturing team, and work across its various sewing and hemming stations.

Raj continued: “Historically, Kearsley has been a milltown and attracted very local workers, but since so many more people now commute, we hope to attract talent from across the Greater Manchester area. Not only can we offer secure and stable employment, but practical training that will teach employees the skills to plug this very real shortfall.”

Current research shows that there is a “severe labour shortage” in the UK since the focus of education has shifted to STEM, felt across the fashion and textile industries. The Confederation of British Industry also reported in October 2022 that three-quarters of businesses have experienced difficulties filling vacancies and a shortage of workers.

During Richard Haworth’s Sewing Skills Workshop event, taking place on Monday 23 January 2023, participants will learn how to use a sewing machine and be taught how to hem a tablecloth and create a pillowcase, overseen by production supervisor, Sharon Stevenson. There is no prerequisite for attendance or prior sewing experience or knowledge required.

Local MP, Yasmin Quereshi and Councillor for Kearsley Ward, Tracey Wilkinson, are backing the event, which is set to be attended by The Mayor of Bolton, Councillor Akhtar Zaman.

Councillor Wilkinson said: “Encouraging British manufacturing is so important for creating job opportunities in the local area and providing tangible skills to future generations. I personally am unable to machine sew but often wish I could because it would open my skill set for repairing and making my own products, such handmade clothes, which I am a big advocate for.

“I cannot encourage people enough to upskill themselves and potentially find new employment too.”

Yasmin Qureshi, MP for Bolton South East, said: “Local manufacturing businesses like Richard Howarth Ltd in Bolton are crucial to supporting good jobs and ensuring that our local and regional economies grow at a sustainable rate.

“Our local Council and national Government must create an environment which allows business to flourish and grow, whilst supporting the wider workforce.”

To register for the event, visit www.richardhaworth.co.uk/events.

Richard Haworth’s extensive range of bed, bath and table linens are created using the highest quality fabrics and are supplied to some of the UK’s most distinguished hotels, restaurants and spas.

Xeinadin Group expands its corporate recovery offering with northern acquisition

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Xeinadin Group expands its corporate recovery offering with northern acquisition

Xeinadin Group Limited, one of the leading professional services groups in the UK and Ireland, has announced the acquisition of the long-standing practice of Poppleton & Appleby Northern operating as a specialist corporate recovery firm from offices in Manchester and Huddersfield.

Poppleton & Appleby Northern is one of the oldest and most highly regarded brands in the sector and has offices in Manchester and Huddersfield. With a team of nine specialists across its two offices, the firm has decades of experience in insolvency and recovery, providing professional advice to businesses, individuals, their advisors and funders to help them manage financially related problems and to future-proof their business.

Xeinadin is a group of business advisory and accountancy practices in over 100 locations across the UK and Ireland that provides over 40 service lines to over 50,000 clients, predominantly small and medium sized businesses and their owner-managers.

Xeinadin is a fast-growing, acquisitive Group which has already made a number of acquisitions this financial year, as one of the professional services market’s leading disrupters. The significant growth of the Group follows a significant minority investment from private equity firm Exponent earlier this year.

Derry Crowley, CEO, Xeinadin Group, said: “We are looking forward to having the Poppleton & Appleby team on board. They have an outstanding reputation for their work and will be a valuable asset to our growing corporate recovery team. We are seeing strong demand for our business recovery work which we expect to continue, so additional strength in this area is very welcome.”

Allan Cadman, said: “We are proud to be joining the Xeinadin Group which is on an exciting growth trajectory. Being part of the Group will greatly enhance our offering to existing clients and contacts, increasing the strength and depth of our operation. We will also be able to support the existing corporate recovery team at Xeinadin, providing additional expertise and bandwidth to a growing sector of the business.”

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