Public works continue to prop up the construction industry, but concerns are growing that government spending cuts could delay the recovery for building firms, according to new research.
Growing sales of food and the refurbishment of its network of supermarkets has seen a 22pc increase in half-year trading profits at East Anglia's largest independent retailer.
One of Waveney's best-known family businesses has scored again - winning a £200,000-plus order to supply goal posts and team shelters to the under-17 football World Cup.
NOT SCRAP: Woad grower Ian Howard has saved two important and possibly overlooked metal sculptures from the former headquarters of Norfolk National Farmers' Union in Norwich.
Awards
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Business Awards 2009
See our News section from October 10 for results
Over the past weeks I have become aware of the phrase “critical friend”.
It has frequently popped up during conversations with like-minded businesswomen.
May Gurney has weathered the recession better than most. But with a public sector spending squeeze looming, how will the firm respond? Business editor Paul Hill spoke to chief executive Philip Fellowes-Prynne.
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Destination Growth
Beware the Venus Fly Trap.
No, not the carnivorous plant, but the scam that could cost you dear.
A few rogue traders may be lurking among the honourable businesses at trade shows and exhibitions around the country - and there's a trick the rogues use to try to persuade you to part with your cash.
Has a new world of stable, competitive banking been created by recent announcements about Northern Rock, RBS and Lloyds?
I'm afraid the answer is no.