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Ethel Austin goes bust

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BSS acquires UGS

BSS Group, a distributor of equipment to specialist trades, has acquired Oxfordshire-based UGS for £5.1 million.

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New chairman for PLUS Markets

PLUS Markets Group’s chief executive officer Simon Brickles is moving to focus on ‘international activity’, as a new chairman Giles Vardey comes aboard.

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Exosect wins funding for European roll-out

Environmentally friendly pest control specialist Exosect has secured £2.25 million of venture capital to bring their products to market.

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LGC changes hands for £257 million

Chemical analytics group LGC has been acquired by private equity firm Bridgepoint from LGV Capital in a deal valuing the company at £257 million.

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Daisy completes 26th deal

Telecoms provider Daisy Group has completed its 26th deal since it was established in 2001, with the acquisition of Managed Communications for up to £6.3 million.

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TenCate buys AML  

Dutch textile technology business TenCate has acquired Swindon-based defence company AML for £10 million. 

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Future Films in AIM float

Easyjet chairman and former Whitehall warrior Sir Colin Chandler is to chair finance group Future Film Group, now tapping AIM for £5 million.

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TenCate buys AML  

Dutch textile technology business TenCate has acquired Swindon-based defence company AML for £10 million. 

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Future Films in AIM float

Easyjet chairman and former Whitehall warrior Sir Colin Chandler is to chair finance group Future Film Group, now tapping AIM for £5 million.

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Europa buys Operon

Building maintenance business Europa has acquired the facilities management division of Operon out of administration. 

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Rising star – Kate Cains

Kate Caines co-founded kids’ artwork and accessories brand Belle and Boo two years ago. Now the product is stocked in high street shops with fans including Jools Oliver and Claudia Schiffer

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Economic Insight

David Hudson, London head of corporate insolvency at accountancy firm Baker Tilly, explains why it’s recovery, not recession, that breaks many businesses

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Why upgrading your tech regularly will help your business grow

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Accounting and Finance Software

Desktop vs cloud accounting: What to consider 

What are the key differences between desktop and cloud accounting software, and what should you consider when it comes to choosing a solution for your business

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Accounting and financial management software: What you need to know 

Fast-growth businesses need a solution that can cope with the demands of an ever-increasing volume of data, transactions, and tasks.

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Boosting confidence in outsourcing your customer service function to call centres in Africa

CCI Kenya discusses why outsourcing key of your business processes to call centres in Africa may be beneficial