The latest edition of Business Week in The Bolton News

Life in the very fast lane

8:53am Tuesday 6th May 2008

WORKING from nine in the morning until midnight might not seem like everyone's idea of fun, but it all depends on your passion.

Credit crunch begins to hit the developers

8:52am Tuesday 6th May 2008

THE downturn in the housing market is beginning to take its toll on the construction industry, according to new figures released by the Office for National Statistics.

Car dealer takes show pole position

8:51am Tuesday 6th May 2008

A CAR dealership has jumped into the driving seat and taken pole position at The Business Show 2008.

Foundry diversifies with new purchase

8:50am Tuesday 6th May 2008

A STEEL firm has made a major acquisition in its bid to diversify the business.

Last chance to enter Business Awards

11:15am Friday 2nd May 2008

THERE are just a few hours left for businesses to get their entries in for the Bolton and Bury Business Awards.

Rugby and fishing help solicitor take care of business

10:58am Thursday 1st May 2008

UNTIL recently, Jonathan Shorrock was a regular on the wing for Clitheroe Rugby Club's second team.

Offices to rival Manchester

10:57am Thursday 1st May 2008

A NEW three-storey office block in Spa Road has been unveiled by North-west developer Bruntwood.

Property experts are voted best by their clients

10:55am Thursday 1st May 2008

AN estate agent has fought off the credit-crunch blues by being named the best in the North-west.

COMMENT: There’s no greater honour than one from your peers

10:53am Thursday 1st May 2008

THESE days, it seems the most successful businesses have awards coming out of their ears.

Seddons climb the rich list ladder

10:51am Thursday 1st May 2008

construction magnates the Seddon family, owners of Farnworth builder G&J Seddon, have built on their wealth in the past year.

Bolton florist sets up website to expand business

9:27am Tuesday 22nd April 2008

CYBER flower power is proving to be lucrative for a Bolton family who are taking their brand of floristry across the world.

COMMENT: Stores are still throwing money at you

9:26am Tuesday 22nd April 2008

I WALKED into a certain High Street clothes store in Bolton last week and bought a new shirt for the weekend.

Apprentices on course for success

9:25am Tuesday 22nd April 2008

A TRAINING firm in Horwich is highlighting the importance of apprenticeships to the Bolton economy by expanding its range of courses.

Housing in line for top awards

3:38pm Tuesday 15th April 2008

AN apartment development on Slater Street has joined two other Bolton sites on the shortlist for a prestigious property awards.

Turkish visit to get taste of investment

3:36pm Tuesday 15th April 2008

TURKISH officials will visit Bolton later this month with the aim of boosting investment in their home country.

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