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Suffolk tech creates AI ‘helping hand’ for business
When Bryan Himsworth launched EmpowerAI Solutions, it wasn’t driven by a love of technology for its own sake, but by a simple frustration shared with almost every small business owner he met.
He recalls, “People were losing work they’d already...
Suffolk Coast offers free support for local tourism
Leading tourism organisation, The Suffolk Coast, has launched a new initiative to support tourism businesses in East Suffolk.
The initiative - which offers expert advice and promotional opportunities to local tourism and hospitality businesses - is launching a free...
Eight innovative Norfolk businesses reap new Growth Fund rewards
Eight Norfolk businesses have received support from the Jarrold Growth Fund, in partnership with Norfolk County Council.
The Fund launched in February 2024 as part of the Jarrold Group’s ongoing commitment to Norwich, Norfolk and the business community.
Combined support worth...
Small business, BIG marketing: Strategy that scales
Marketing success has traditionally favoured big budgets and large teams. With the right strategy, small and midsize businesses can now build powerful, data-driven marketing engines that grow with them, using AI effectively to operate at scale. Valuable marketing starts...
Suffolk agency wins national award for domestic abuse awareness campaign
The Handy Marketing Company (THMC) took home the ‘Best Low Budget Campaign’ award at the UK Social Media Awards 2025.
The award recognised its exceptional work with Domestic Abuse Education (DAE) — a project to help raise awareness of domestic...
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...
2026: Why East Anglia firms must choose strategy over standing still
By Jenny Knighting, Founder & CEO, Nutcracker Agency.
If there’s one thing working with businesses across the East of England has taught me, it’s that growth doesn’t happen by accident. As we head into 2026, that’s becoming more apparent than...
Meet Cambridge strengthens social impact plans With Purpose
Meet Cambridge, the city’s official conference and events bureau, is strengthening its social impact through the With Purpose Network.
This in-person and online platform connects local businesses with charities to encourage responsible business practices, meaningful collaboration and community benefit.
Founded by Rachel...
Ray Dolby Centre joins events bureau
Businesses can now book conferences, meetings and events at state-of-the-art Ray Dolby Centre through Meet Cambridge.
The Centre, the new home of the University of Cambridge’s world-renowned Cavendish Laboratory, officially opened last May, carrying the legacy of some of history’s...
Glimmers of recovery for local economy, but entrepreneurial appetite slumps
A sharp drop in the quantity of debts owed by firms in liquidation in East Anglia, as well as a decrease in insolvency activity in the region, hint at glimmers of recovery for the local economy as businesses enter...
Three innovative Cambridge companies named most promising startups
The UK’s longest-running index of the most promising new startups includes three young Cambridge businesses in this year’s lineup.
The Startups 100 Index 2026 powered by Sage, lists Ethicronics, JUX Food and Mimicrete Ltd in its ranks.
The Startups 100, run...
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...
New partner joins print family
A local print and fulfilment company with roots dating back to 1746 has welcomed a new partner into its group.
Norwich-based Page Bros Group has acquired BDH Tullford, city specialists in printed point-of-sale (POS), display and signage.
The move combines BD&H’s...
One Suffolk: hopes for ‘smarter, simpler and better future for local government’
Suffolk County Council has confirmed its formal response to the Government’s public consultation on LGR, strongly supporting the One Suffolk plan for a single unitary authority which would ‘save millions and streamline services’.
The council’s Cabinet also agreed on its...
Businesses need help with plastic packaging tax
Logistics firm Southgate Global, of King’s Lynn, is calling for a “robust, transparent, and uniform verification scheme” to help businesses navigate the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT).
Following the last UN Climate Change Conference (COP30), there is an even more pressing...
New appointments for local holiday group
Norwich-based The UK Holiday Group has appointed two new senior leaders after a year of growth and expansion.
Managing director and owner Paul Bennett said: “We are glad to announce Dean Smith as Finance Director for The UK Holiday Group...
Mattress mascot makes a comeback
Norfolk-based Mattressman celebrated the opening of its new Thetford store with the return of its much-loved mascot.
Thetford is the latest addition to Mattressman’s growing network of nine stores, creating new jobs and strengthening the company’s presence across East Anglia,...
Food outlets are urged to cut the grease
A landmark environmental scheme aims to protect local waterways and improve food service operations by cutting down on grease.
The initiative is a partnership between Anglian Water, Environmental Compliance and Services (ECAS), and top holiday destination, Fantasy Island.
Grease-trapping systems are...
Allison Homes secures MAJOR financing deal
Local housebuilder Allison Homes has clinched a £165 million finance agreement to support its continued expansion across the East of England, and other areas of the UK.
The refinancing package has been agreed with three major funding partners - HSBC,...
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, Norwich’s first indoor shopping mall.
It was designed by local...
Local business group will be a ‘force for good’
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 – or B Corps - are...
Builder’s expansion marks over 30 years in Bury St Edmunds
Bloor Homes’ Eastern region has relocated to a new regional office, marking nearly a century of housebuilding in East Anglia.
The move cements the company’s long-standing presence in the area, having transitioned from its original base in Sudbury and former...
Cambridgeshire entrepreneur named one of 2026’s leading UK female founders
Rebecca Dawson, founder of specialist plus-size outdoor retailer Vampire Outdoors and co-founder of plus-size outdoor community organisation Every Body Outdoors, has been recognised as one of the UK’s 100 most inspiring female entrepreneurs.
Dawson, who founded her business in 2021,...
Major local employer appoints first DEI Lead
East of England Co-op, one of East Anglia’s largest employers with over 3,000 colleagues, has appointed its first dedicated Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead.
Jasmine Moss-Rahman joins from a leading consultancy, where she spent five years developing and delivering a...
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 firm’s 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 LynnK 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 King’s 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 & Norton’s Family Team Celebrates a year of Growth
Rogers & Norton Solicitors is celebrating the one-year anniversary of our new 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...
Rogers & Norton advises on the sale of leading East Anglian theme park Pleasurewood Hills
Norfolk law firm Rogers & Norton has advised on the acquisition of Pleasurewood Hills, one of East Anglia’s best-known family attractions. The purchase marks an exciting new chapter for the park and strengthens the law firm’s growing reputation for...
