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Digital marketing trends to help businesses get ahead in 2026
In 2025, businesses faced one of the most rapidly evolving digital landscapes to date. Yet amid the noise, certain trends emerged that cut through and defined what effective marketing now looks like. Tony Southgate, founder of Ginger Pickle, explores...
Cambridge 2030 launches new strategy
Cambridge 2030 launched a new 5-year strategy at its recent forum, hosted with Cambridge Ahead.
Julie Spence OBE, Lord Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire and ambassador for Cambridge 2030, highlighted the growing need for inclusive growth, to recognise and address the issues...
Ā£10M-plus invested in Port of East Anglia
Green energy company, ScottishPower Renewables and Peel Ports Group are set to invest over Ā£10 million in The Port of East Anglia, in Great Yarmouth, to support the construction of ScottishPowerās Ā£4 billion East Anglia TWO windfarm.
The investment will...
Connected Energyās Darren Cheadle and Rob Moore at the Hethel site.
Connected Energy invests Ā£2 million in Norfolkās Clean Tech hub
Norfolk-based Connected Energy is investing Ā£2 million in a new advanced technology centre at Scottow Enterprise Park, securing high-quality jobs for the region and strengthening Norfolkās position as a clean-tech...
One Suffolk: hopes for āsmarter, simpler and better future for local governmentā
Suffolk County Council has confirmed its formal response to the Governmentās public consultation on LGR, strongly supporting the One Suffolk plan for a single unitary authority which would āsave millions and streamline servicesā.
The councilās Cabinet also agreed on its...
New business park in north Norwich aims to deliver 1,250 new jobs
A new business park on the edge of Norwich ā backed by a loan from Norfolk County Council - is expected to create 1,250 new jobs, plus openings in supply chain and construction.
Infrastructure works have been completed on Phase...
Castle Quarter under new ownership
Castle Quarter in Norwich city centre has been acquired by private clients of asset manager Maritime Capital, with the sale completing in December.
Castle Quarter opened in 1993 as Castle Mall, Norwichās first indoor shopping mall.
It was designed by local...
Local business group will be a āforce for goodā
A new business group aims to boost the local economy and community.
B Local Cambridgeshire is a regional network which seeks to build on the momentum of the growing B Corp movement.
Certified B Corporations ā or B Corps - are...
Peter drives fire engine to Ukraine on mercy mission
A Norfolk business development manager who drove a donated fire engine to Ukraine on a humanitarian aid mission has returned safely following a challenging ten-day journey.
Peter Mortin, business development manager at Crane Garden Buildings, was part of a volunteer...
Laura Rumsey Appointed Panel Deputy by the Office of the Public Guardian
Rogers & Norton Solicitors is pleased to announce that Laura Rumsey, Director and Head of the firmās Private Client Department, has been appointed as a Panel Deputy by the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG), with her appointment beginning...
Norfolk companies unite to support Food Larder
Members of local business group BNI LynnKĀ have joined forces this winter to support families in need by funding and donating 60 festive food hampers to Long Sutton Food Larder.
The initiative brings together businesses across Kingās Lynn and West...
Foodbank appeal to Cambridge businesses
Cambridge City Foodbank has launched its 11th annual Winter Appeal amidst high need for emergency food support in the city.
This year, the Foodbank is inviting individuals, businesses and organisations from across Cambridge to either donate a Christmas hamper or...
Rogers & Nortonās Family Team Celebrates a year of Growth
Rogers & Norton Solicitors is celebrating the one-year anniversary of our newĀ Family Law team, marking a period of exceptional growth and success for the department. Since its formation in late 2024, the team has expanded rapidly and continues to...
Norfolk businesses benefit from Jarrold Growth Fund
Eight Norfolk businesses have received support in the latest round of the Jarrold Growth Fund, in partnership with Norfolk County Council this year.
The Growth Fund was launched in February 2024 as part of Jarrold Group's ongoing commitment to Norwich,...
Rogers & Norton Solicitors launch annual Law Academy with record participation and new venue
On Wednesday 15th October, Rogers & Norton Solicitors officially launched its 2025 ā 2026 Law Academy, marking the programmeās fifth and largest year to date. The opening evening took place at a brand new venue - Norwich City Football...
Paddy & Scottās brew up youth charity funds with former TV star
For Black Friday 2025, independent coffee company, Paddy & Scottās, of Suffolk, is teaming up with former TV presenter, Jake Humphrey (pictured) and his High Performance Foundation for charity.
They will be collaborating on a premium 100% Arabica Peaberry coffee...
Vintage fashion firm celebrates Ā£10 million turnover
Some people sell preloved clothes online as a part-time hobby. But two brothers from Ipswich have turned vintage goods into a multi-million-pound business.
Zac and Josh Hembry, pictured, founded Messina Hembry as a side hustle in 2012, buying and reselling...
Why businesses need to rethink their social media strategies
Today, more than ever, businesses are expected to connect with customers through social media. Digital marketing expert Seb Brantigan shares practical strategies to help businesses survive and thrive in an ever-changing digital landscape.
Local businesses once had limited advertising options:...
Breedon announces Ā£3.5m upgrade to major Norfolk plant
National construction materials company Breedon Group has completed a major modernisation programme as it continues investing across its British plants.
Breedon Group plc completed the Ā£3.5m upgrade to its Longwater Asphalt Plant near Norwich as part of its ongoing modernisation...
New Norfolk oyster reefs will restore marine life
In a boost for local marine life, petcare company Purina has partnered with marine conservationists Oyster Heaven to deploy new oyster reefs off the North Norfolk coast.
The aim is to embed at least 4m oysters and restore healthy marine...
Antibodies.com expands UK headquarters in Cambridge
Antibodies.com is increasing its UK footprint with a move to Cambridge Technopark to accommodate the companyās rapid growth.
The 5000 sq. ft site is five times larger than its previous premises and has been designed to increase operational capabilities and...
Britannia Fire reports surge in production
Norfolk-based fire extinguisher manufacturer Britannia Fire has seen a 40% increase in production just one year after making the bold decision to stop producing traditional metal fire extinguishers and focus exclusively on its lightweight, environmentally friendly P50 range.
With demand...
Family firm showcases craft skills at open day
A Norfolk family business that has handcrafted timber garden buildings for more than 50 years celebrated its heritage and skills on National Manufacturing Day earlier this month.
Crane Garden Buildings, founded in the 1970s and still run by the Crane...
Birketts earns outstanding recognition in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025
UK Top 50 law firm, Birketts, is proud to announce exceptional results in the newly published 2025 edition of the Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide.
The firm has retained and expanded its presence across multiple regions and practice...
New business guide for Norfolk
A new practical business guide is now available online for entrepreneurs in Norfolk.
How to Start a Business in Norfolk is designed to help young businesses, SMEs and fledgling company owners navigate the local landscape, from understanding key demographics in...
Celebrate the Festive Season with Homerton College
Looking for the perfect place to thank your team this festive season?
At Homerton College, Cambridge, we bring together historic charm, contemporary style, and outstanding hospitality ā making your celebration truly memorable.
We have a variety of dining rooms suitable for...
Cambridge firm carves out āExcelā-ent results
In just five years, Nick Burrows, founder of Excel Carpentry Contractors Ltd, has seen annual turnover grow from Ā£120,000 to Ā£2.5m ā with projections set to exceed Ā£3m this year. He tells East Anglia in Business how he carved...
Brecklandās market towns invited to apply for grants to attract more visitors
Projects to increase sales and footfall in market towns will be able to apply for grants of between Ā£1,000 and Ā£5,000 through an initiative being rolled out across the whole of Norfolk.
Organisations and businesses are invited to apply for...
Sizewell C goes nuclear
The first new British-owned nuclear power station in over three decades has been given the go-ahead.
The UK Government has approved the development of Sizewell C, on the Suffolk coast, close to the sites of Sizewell A and B.
Over Ā£14.2...
Suffolk construction firm hopes for clean energy win
A Suffolk construction company has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award for its work building a Ā£4.27 million clean energy business hub in Lowestoft.
SEH French is in the running for Project of the Year East at the National...
