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Nick was the Managing Editor for growthbusiness.co.uk when it was owned by Vitesse Media, before moving on to become Head of Investment Group and Editor at What Investment and thence to Head of Intermediary Communications at The Association of Investment Companies (AIC).

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Tribunal reforms win business backing

Business groups have welcomed proposed government reforms to employment tribunals, saying soaring claims from employees have hampered growth and become too costly for companies to handle.

Growth Planning

Protecting IP in China

Despite China’s questionable record in defending IP, the experience of British business Strix suggests officials are increasingly recognising the importance of protecting company’s rights.

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Lutwyche’s best business decision

Tony Lutwyche, 'London's Bespoke tailor', reveals his decision to buy a workshop transformed his company.

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ISIS injects £6.5 million into Valldata buy-out

Private equity firm ISIS has invested £6.5 million into the management buy-out (MBO) of donation processing business Valldata.

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Microvisk backers stump up another £6 million

Medical device developer Microvisk has raised £6 million from existing investors, bringing its total fundraising over the past 12 months to £10.5 million.

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Playtech acquires IGS

Gambling software company Playtech has agreed to acquire Intelligent Gaming Solutions (IGS) for up to £5.5 million.

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May Gurney buys Turriff

Infrastructure support services company May Gurney has acquired the Scottish business Turriff for up to £13.6 million.

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Rotala in Preston Bus deal

Transport operator Rotala has acquired Preston Bus from Stagecoach for £3.2 million.

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Braveheart launches Viking fund

AIM-listed technology investor Braveheart Investment Group has launched a new fund to target young companies that have global market potential.

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Niche Group raises £11 million  

Resources investor Niche Group is raising £11 million and upping its holding in Oman Resources following a new gas find.

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eConveyancer secures growth capital

Online conveyancing and property search provider eConveyancer has secured an investment from mid-market private equity firm LDC.

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Renewed fears for UK economy after GDP drop

Britain's gross domestic product dropped by 0.5 per cent in the fourth quarter of last year in a shock fall that some analysts predict could result in a 'double dip' recession.