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Builders' fears grow over spending cuts

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.


Food sales fuel 22pc profit rise

06/11/2009 06:05:00

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.


Harrod scores at World Cup

06/11/2009 05:40:00

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.


Young entrepreneur pioneers new system

06/11/2009 05:21:00

A student who left university to set up clothes firm Hoodeasy has unveiled a pioneering bulk ordering system to help expand the service. Richard Burton, 20, from Norwich, set up the company in October 2007 selling customised clothing including hooded tops or “hoodies”, mostly to students or societies.


Aviva rejig will be 'business as usual'

05/11/2009 05:58:00

The “vast majority” of Aviva staff will carry on “business as usual” when the firm's UK life and general insurance operations come together under single chief executive in the new year, it emerged last night .


Kettle Foods

04/11/2009 08:07:00

Speculation surrounding the maker of Kettle Chips has increased amid claims that the business is looking to spin off its US business ahead of a sale by its private equity owner.


Virgin Wines in tie-up with sister company

04/11/2009 06:32:00

Virgin Wines, the internet-based business based in Norwich, has moved into the offline market following a link-up with sister company Warehouse Wines. The two businesses, which are both part of the Direct Wines group, will both trade under the Virgin Wines brand following the move.


Hoseasons owner looks to cash in

03/11/2009 07:41:00

The management team at Hoseasons, the self-catering UK holiday specialist based in Lowestoft, is considering a buyout after it emerged that its existing private equity owner is looking to cash in on the company's recent success.


North Norfolk recession recovery plan

27/10/2009 07:26:00

A proposed £1.1m recession recovery package for north Norfolk has been welcomed by business leaders.


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