


North East LEP bolsters supply chain programme
The North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has bolstered its supply chain programme to help regional businesses gain access to grants to support the supply of personal protective equipment. Supply Chain North East is delivered by RTC North in partnership with...
Tyne Tunnels launches pay later option in response to Covid-19
TT2, the operators of the Tyne Tunnels, is launching a pay later system to help protect staff and customers against the spread of Covid-19. The company is withdrawing the current credit or debit card payment option, instead providing an invoice to be paid by midnight...
Developers release new images of £260m Tyneside conference centre and arena
New designs for a £260m arena and conference centre on the Gateshead Quays have been made public as an application for full planning permission has been formally lodged. Developers Ask: Patrizia, a joint venture between Ask Real Estate Limited and investment group...
New government-backed loan scheme for small businesses unveiled
A new 100 per cent government-backed loan scheme has been revealed to support small business during the Covid-19 outbreak. Chancellor Rishi Sunak unveiled the new Bounce Back Loans scheme yesterday (27 April 2020) with businesses able to borrow between £2,000 and...