Apr
2009
Articles from 24th Apr 2009
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CBI survey finds business gloom easing
Apr 24 2009 | Manufacturing & Skills
Some British industrialists are starting to throw off the unprecedented gloom recorded by CBI surveys last autumn and winter – although demand for their products has slumped faster than at any time for the past 30 years. Read
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Construction downturn puts Thomas Walker out of business
Apr 24 2009 | Manufacturing & Skills
The managing director of one of Birmingham’s oldest manufacturers has blamed the downturn in the construction sector after the administrators were called into his business. Read
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Portmeirion buys Royal Worcester and Spode
Apr 24 2009 | Manufacturing & Skills
Pottery brands Royal Worcester and Spode have been bought by ceramic firm Portmeirion - but manufacturing has now ended at two historic factories. Read
