The Wrekin Housing Group celebrates 25 years of making a difference to people’s lives
A housing association providing affordable homes across Shropshire has marked its 25th anniversary. The Wrekin Housing Group was born on March 25,…
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Telford Business
Business news and events in Telford
Only three weeks left to get your entries in
There are only three weeks left to get your entries in for the 2024 Shropshire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards….
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Wellington Market consultation response
Wellington Market owner Telford & Wrekin Council has expressed delight after 1500 people responded to a consultation about the future…
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What next for the old Wilkos store in Wellington?
The lights are on but nobody is home. The once bustling homeware store has been closed for six months and…
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Sainsburys payment systems working again
The grocery giant had been experiencing problems processing payments across the UK today, but have just announced that all systems…
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New apprenticeship awards launched
A brand new apprenticeship awards competition has been launched for Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin – the first of its…
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You’ll miss it when its gone.
The Shropshire Star has once again suffered substantial drop in daily circulation figures according to the latest ABC report. While…
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This low-key venue in Telford is the best in the UK
This little known venue near Newport, has retained its Hospitality Assured Premier Status, following an assessment carried out in December,…
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Job seekers and employers invited to HGV & Logistics event
Telford College is holding a logistics fair at its Wellington campus this month to promote a range of careers in…
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Another High St store set to close in Telford
It doesn’t seem like five minutes since the news that Wilkos was closing, leaving a hole in the High Street…
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£200,000 Robotics and Automation training cell for Telford firm
Companies in Telford, Shropshire and Herefordshire are set for an ‘advanced manufacturing’ boost, with In-Comm Training due to launch a…
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Ready for your Golden Ticket?
The brand new Co-op opens at 9am tomorrow and the first 100 shoppers will receive a golden ticket with a…
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Cleos not carrying on
Popular Ironbridge bar closes
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New book shop opens in July
The rejuvenation of a market town in Telford continues with the opening of a new bookshop in July.
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New Brew Taproom opening in Newport
New Brew, a brewery local to Newport renowned for its craft beers, has announced the grand opening of a brewery taproom in Newport.
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Micropub ‘The Boot’ Announces Closure
The tiny bar in Market Square, Wellington has announced that it’s closing its doors on Monday.
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Your newest Costa is almost here
Those of you travelling along the A442 in North Telford will have noticed a rib-like structure emerging from the new housing development near the old Maxell factory
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Community groups celebrate receiving Veolia EnviroGrant
£15,000 has been given to community groups by Telford & Wrekin Council’s waste and recycling partner Veolia. Groups showcased their project plans to fellow awardees at a celebration event at Randlay Community Centre this week.
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Snappy Shopper Launches in Telford
Snappy Shopper are partnering with multiple convenience stores in Telford, to offer local customers 30 – 60 minute grocery and alcohol delivery at in-store prices.
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Paperchase Folds
Time runs out on Telford store as the ink on the lease is hardly dry. After opening a store at…
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Beer. And. Cheese. Event for Wellington MicroPub
Following on from a pre-Christmas Imperial Stout extravaganza, and an alcohol-free beer tasting just last week – both of which were sold out – Laura has announced a Telford date for your calendar.
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Telford factory fits fast EV chargers for staff and local community use
A Telford manufacturer has installed two new high speed charging points for staff and members of the community to power…
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In-Comm launches £3m Technical Academy in Telford
A new £3m technical academy, located on Nedge Hill, has been officially opened to the public. In-Comm Training, which already…
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New £5 million Shifnal and Priorslee Medical Practice
The new medical facility will house a number of healthcare specialists and provide state-of-the-art medical care, doctors’ offices and even a dentist for the local community. The new practice will form part of Teldoc, an overarching ‘super surgery’ incorporating medical centres across Telford.
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Award Nomination for Senior Site Manager based in Priorslee, Telford
Lioncourt Homes Senior Site Manager Mark Follos has been successful in reaching the national final of the NHBC Pride in…
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Little Rascals the winner as Q backs year of events
A fast-growing Shropshire financial firm is sponsoring a year of adrenaline-fuelled events – and helping raise cash for a special…
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Energy support package falls short
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce says the Government’s new energy support package will ‘fall short’ of what is required for many…
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The Range Returns to Telford
The discount retailer has announced that a new store will be opening in April 2023 The 37,238 Sq-Ft store at…
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GoCarz Driver warns of Strike Action
Up to 65 self-employed drivers of a local private hire business are thought to be preparing for strike action.
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ACE bounces back from lockdown disruption to target £10m sales
ACE bounces back from lockdown disruption to target £10m sales A Telford precision engineering specialist is now trading 10% above…
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Dobbies spread Christmas Joy in Telford
Dobbies spread Christmas Joy in Telford In the festive spirit of giving, Dobbies’ Telford store has launched a new campaign…
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Telford retailer wins another award
Telford retailer wins another award Julie Kaur, who runs Jules Convenience on Haybridge Road in Hadley, received the award which…
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Telford’s small part in Car Manufacturing
In a corner of Stafford Park in 1973, a factory opened up making a small sports car. Designed by Tom Killeen, a former Jensen engineer and draughtsman with a specialism in developing monocoque-bodies sports cars, the Innes Lee Scorpion was born.
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Investment in the engineers of the future as iconsys creates 16 new jobs
Investment in the engineers of the future as iconsys creates 16 new jobs One of the UK’s leading independent system…
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New jobs at Telford Manufacturer
A specialist Telford manufacturing company has expanded and created six new jobs after receiving nearly £100,000 from a grant programme…
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You love a bargain, you’ll love this news
Low priced stores Home Bargains and Poundland are all set to open improved shops in Telford, next Saturday 29th August….
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Telford Hotel changes hands
The 50-bedroom, Mercure Telford Madeley Court Hotel situated in Madeley has reopened under the new management of Countrywide Hotels. The…
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Sold: The biggest Taxi company in Telford acquired by Welsh operator
Sold: The biggest Taxi company in Telford acquired by Welsh operator Veezu, the UK’s biggest private hire vehicle operator, has…
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Telford 3D Printing supplier sticks another deal on the board
Telford 3D Printing supplier sticks another deal on the board Fast growing Telford 3D printing supplier 3D Printz Limited has…
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Relaxed networking group launched
An accountancy firm based in Telford has launched a new networking evening with a twist – Thirsty Thursdays. ChadStone was…
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Dessert Shop Set to Open
A brand new Dessert Shop is set to join the Market Pop-up Pitches in helping to rejuvenate Wellington.
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Magna International Inc. Comes to Telford
Canadian Automotive company, Magna International Inc. today announced it will build a new world-class aluminium casting facility in Telford.
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Furrows Back Hospital at Home Project
Children who need ongoing medical treatment after being discharged from hospital in Telford are receiving support in their own homes, thanks to a local business.
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The High Streets of Telford
A recent report by British Retail & Local Data Company revealed that Telford had lowest number of independent stores in the UK at around 18%.
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Bowring Park Cafe Up for Grabs
The lease for the cafe at Bowring Park in Wellington has come up for tender.
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Local Accountants Move to Madeley
A local firm of accountants has taken its own leap this February 29th by leasing a shop based on Madeley High Street.
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Lawley Racks up new Bike Shop
Experienced cycle shop owners Allen & Kate, are opening up a new branch of Plush Hill Cycles in Lawley Village, Telford in January 2016.
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More Parking Enforcement Cameras for Telford
Motorists parking their cars all day in private car parks are warned to expect tickets.
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Parking Cameras Live in Wellington
Forcing a two hour maximum stay, should help improve the turnover and therefore the availability of spaces for shoppers in the town.
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WH Smith brand makes a welcome return to Wellington
At just 22, Karpreet recently completed a three year Entrepreneur degree course at Coventry University and has relocated from Hull to Lawley to complete the project.
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No Cuts for Shredding Company
Three new staff have joined an eco-friendly Shropshire security shredding company as it continues to expand during its 25th year…
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New Venture for Telford Tax Specialist
A Telford accountant has launched her own accountancy business after almost 27 years in the industry. Karen Whitehead launched KEW…
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Telford Jobs Fair to Return
Telford & Wrekin Council hosted its first jobs fair at The International Centre recently and is already looking to organise its next fair.
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Jobs fair for Telford
A highly-anticipated employment hub and jobs fair taking place this week featuring some new employers to the town including some of the brands setting up shop at Southwater later this year.
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Social Strategy Pays Off for Broker
A partnership between one of the region’s largest insurance brokers and a leading social media expert has proven so successful…
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Telford walking group reaches new peak
All Terrain, is celebrating the success of his walking club which has grown to almost 300 members in the last 12 months.
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New Office for Telford Firm
A successful Telford marketing company celebrating a flying start to the year has relocated to a new office.
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Telford company celebrates anniversary with expansion
One of Shropshire’s leading professional business management companies has celebrated seven years of success by relocating to new offices in Wellington, undergone a re-brand and taken on a new member of staff.
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Mothers Day jewellery workshops for children
Oakengates-based jewellery maker shop, Lesley’s Jewellery Box, is hosting two weekend drop-in workshops to give children the opportunity to make…
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Concrete Company Set for Expansion
A Telford precast concrete company is celebrating a significant expansion of its premises which will enable it to significantly step-up…
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