Jun
2008
Articles from 30th Jun 2008
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Taylor Wimpey in talks with shareholders over cash shortfall
Jun 30 2008 | Other UK business news
Beleaguered housebuilder Taylor Wimpey is in fundraising talks with investors to cope with a "significant downturn" in the housing market. Read
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Price of red diesel doubles in 2008
Jun 30 2008 | Other UK business news
Midland farmers said they are “stuck between a rock and a hard place” as thefts of red diesel have risen by nearly a third since January. Read
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Rising costs spark price-rise fears
Jun 30 2008 | Other UK business news
A lack of confidence is creeping into both the manufacturing and service sectors in the West Midlands, according to the second quarterly survey of the year from Birmingham Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Read
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Business outlook at weakest level for almost two decades
Jun 30 2008 | Other UK business news
The impact of the credit crunch on financial services firms – now one of the most important sectors of the UK economy – has worsened over the past few months. Read
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Rural areas fired up with energy boost
Jun 30 2008 | Other UK business news
A groundbreaking environmental initiative which promises to help boost energy resources in rural areas has been unveiled at a major conference in Ludlow. Read
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Gloomy forecasts as bills soar
Jun 30 2008 | Other UK business news
Soaring household bills and fears of a looming interest rate hike have driven consumer confidence to its lowest level since Britain was last facing recession 18 years ago, a survey has said. Read
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Carillion looks to future with hope
Jun 30 2008 | Other UK business news
Wolverhampton-based construction and support services group Carillion has reported a strong first half and a bulging order book for the rest of the year. Read
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Dunston could bring more than 600 new jobs for South Staffordshire
Jun 30 2008 | Other UK business news
More than 600 new jobs could be heading for South Staffordshire, it has been revealed by inward investment chiefs. Read
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Accident Exchange sees profits dip despite a revenue rise
Jun 30 2008 | Other UK business news
Midland-based Accident Exchange, which provides accident management services to automotive and insurance companies, has posted lower full-year profits – despite seeing a 41 per cent hike in revenue. Read
