Business Insight
Let’s celebrate Norfolk’s real life entrepreneurs
Last night Norfolk members of the Federation of Small Businesses gathered to celebrate the county’s real-life entrepreneurs. Annabelle Dickson found out about a campaign celebrating those who have already taken risks and found out how they think the government can help them to grow.
Farmers voiced concerns about east’s looming drought
Environment secretary Caroline Spelman will be urged by farmers on Monday to ensure food production is given top priority in the looming drought.
MPs call for “visionary” apporach to wave energy
Britain could “rule the waves” with marine energy, but the Government needs a more visionary approach to ensure the UK continues to lead the sector, MPs said today.
The man behind King’s Lynn Stars and King’s Lynn Town Football Club
In the past, King’s Lynn Football Club – like Rangers and Portsmouth – lived beyond its means. Two years ago the town’s former club went out of business following a winding up order over an unpaid tax bill. Speedway promoter Buster Chapman stepped in, creating a new team at The Walks. Annabelle Dickson spoke to the man who has turned West Norfolk sport into a successful family business.
Banks miss target for small business loans by £1bn
UK banks’ lending records will be under the spotlight today after official Bank of England figures confirm Britain’s top five lenders missed targets for smaller businesses in 2011 by more than £1 billion.
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