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‘I lost a job because there wasn’t a female toilet’

A FEMALE welder – who lost a lucrative job because there wasn’t a female toilet – fears the sector still has a “boy’s club” mentality. For over three decades, Mel…

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Joy for NE housebuilder as senior site manager named among ‘Best in Britain’

A NORTH EAST senior site manager has been named among the ‘Best in Britain’ after securing a prestigious industry award. Homes by Carlton’s Paul Fidgeon received the Pride in the…

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Expanded Metal Company expands architectural range amid ‘exciting growth’

In response to growing demand, The Expanded Metal Company has developed five new patterns for its architectural ArchitEx range.

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First look inside ‘world class’ Quayside recording studio

A GATESHEAD-based construction firm has secured a major contract to help Arcas Building Solutions is refurbishing the Grade II listed Coronation Building, owned by the Live Theatre – one of…

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Polar NE: Window specialists open the door to new business with several ‘six figure’ contracts

BUSINESS is booming at an award-winning Teesside company, after the firm secured a string of six-figure contracts on key projects across the North East. For over 40 years, Polar NE…

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Polar NE moves into prison sector with ‘game changing’ HMP Stirling project

A NORTH EAST manufacturer has broken into a key new sector after supplying specialist windows for a major new prison. For almost 20 years, Polar NE has been a trusted…

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‘Most North East teenagers keen on green careers,’ survey finds

THE MAJORITY of North East teenagers are interested in pursuing a ‘green’ career, ahead of a major environmental jobs boom in the region. A survey, carried out by Washington-based…

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Roofing firm drives forward green initiative

A North East roofing company is driving its commitment to sustainability forward – with the addition of an electric vehicle. Findley Roofing, which is based in Hartlepool and operates…

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Mandale announces Urlay Nook industrial development is ready for occupancy

Mandale Group, a leading property development company based in the North of England, is in the midst of bringing a dynamic business park to Urlay Nook, Eaglescliffe, with the first…

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Building firm takes on graffiti project

A specialist construction firm has been commissioned to work on a major development in Newcastle while preserving a famous landmark. MGM Construction, which is based in Gateshead and works…

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World Wildlife Fund and NCB Hazcheck collaborate to combat illegal wildlife trade

NCB has joined forces with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in a ground-breaking not-for-profit partnership aimed at tackling the pervasive issue of illegal wildlife trade. By leveraging NCB’s industry…

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Ceremony to commemorate shipyard workers war memorial refurbishment

A memorial to North East shipyard workers who gave their lives for their country during the two World Wars has been refurbished by PD Ports engineers. The Smith’s Dock…

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Two new fully electric cranes at Tees Dock offer sustainability boost across the supply chain

Two new electric harbour cranes, representing an £8.6 million investment, are the latest arrivals at Tees Dock as port operator and owner PD Ports continues to demonstrate its commitment to…

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Construction firm completes mental health project

A specialist construction firm has recently completed an important contract with a mental health provider. MGM Construction, which is based in Gateshead and works across the North East, is…

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Roofing firm launches own scaffolding business

A North East roofing firm is scaling new heights with the launch of its own scaffolding division. Findley Roofing, which is based in Hartlepool, has also taken on a…