Business news and events in Telford
The Poundland in Newport is closing, leaving the one in Telford Shopping Centre the only option for Poundland fans.
Poundland faces store closures, including Newport and Telford, while struggling financially under Gordon Brothers’ management after a recent restructure.
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Spokesperson for the drivers says Drivers are going to be paying about £30/40 a week more in rent per week
Around 70 drivers took action this morning over lack of engagement with platform Veezu following the imposition of new terms….
Read moreNew awards have opened for entries to celebrate plumbers in the West Midlands and beyond. The Plumber Awards, supported by…
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The STEM Engagement fund has worked with 15 new schools, engaging with 4000 school pupils and more than 50 teachers
In-Comm Training encourages local companies to utilise a talent pool of 200 apprentices to address recruitment challenges in engineering.
Read moreTelford wasn’t on the list, but today the store closing signs have gone up at the Bodycare in Telford Shopping Centre.
Read moreThe owner of a record shop in Wellington is celebrating after being shortlisted for a national award. Spinning Around Records,…
Read moreThe market remains open for business as the contractors start on the next phase. Work to transform Wellington Market is…
Read moreA leading UK steel products specialist says it will continue to drive forward its green ambitions after being officially presented…
Read moreTelford companies are being urged to update themselves on new identity verification rules due to be introduced later this year….
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Shropshire Community Foundation ambassador Ged Kennedy, Ian Jackson, project manager for Amber Bee Community Interest Company, Emily Myatt, trainee social value coordinator for McPhillips
Hundreds of children in Shropshire have benefited from a pioneering mental wellbeing project thanks to the support of Telford construction…
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Act With Impact is seeking to build on the success of the first meeting of the Chamber’s new Sustainability Partnership
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce has launched a bold new campaign to help local businesses share social value best practice and…
Read moreThe owners of small businesses are being warned they could face a series of fines if they fail to comply…
Read moreLocal businesses and high streets across the borough are being celebrated as votes for the High Street Heroes 2025 awards…
Read moreA new creative studio is opening in Wellington, offering locals a space to learn, create, and connect with other makers….
Read moreA Telford-based wheelie bin maker has been given permission for an extension as it copes with ‘growth in business activities’….
Read moreAfter 25 years in the town, Body & Mind salon in Wellington is closing its doors for good. The owner…
Read moreNew owners of Shawbirch Service Station are proposing to demolish the ‘tired’ site and redevelop it into a bigger operation….
Read moreBaker & Son Schoolwear, New Street in Wellington saw customers queueing to get in as parents prepared to get their…
Read moreA dog daycare and hotel specialist is celebrating 10 years in business with a major investment. K9 Anytime, which was…
Read moreWellington Market is on the cusp of a major transformation, with main refurbishment works set to begin soon. After a…
Read moreDonna has decided to close her retail business after over 10 years at the shop, retiring to attend to family…
Read moreA marketing agency director will be exploring ways of ‘rewriting the rules of leadership’ as a woman in business at…
Read moreCharities, community groups, organisations and good causes are being asked to self-nominate for the chance to receive a generous cash…
Read moreA charity shop in Wellington’s historic market fears it could be forced to close its doors for good after being…
Read moreShropshire Chamber of Commerce has launched its latest quarterly economic survey to gain a snapshot of the mood among local…
Read moreTelford-raised entrepreneur Mo Chaudry has sold his iconic Waterworld Aqua Park in a multi-million pound deal which takes his family…
Read moreA Telford motor dealer has been given planning permission to develop a new electric car showroom and replacement MOT station…
Read moreA leading firm of accountants has achieved a government-backed cybersecurity standard that demonstrates its commitment to keeping clients’ data safe….
Read moreA growing number of businesses are expecting their staff to spend more time in the office, new research has revealed…
Read moreA new shop offering a variety of affordable goods is set to open its doors in Telford Centre next week….
Read moreA planning application from Aldi has revealed that they are the supermarket who are opening a brand new store on…
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Located on Wellington High Street, Little Green Pantry has become a beacon for eco-conscious living in the borough
As we approach the end of Plastic Free July, Telford & Wrekin Council is proud to highlight Little Green Pantry…
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Dominic Arnold, Sales Executive at Serchem with his mum and Serchem's Commercial Director, Alison Arnold.
A local manufacturer of premium hygiene and decontamination products has appointed a third generation family member following the successful completion…
Read moreWhile many businesses across the Midlands are grappling with increasing financial challenges, companies in Telford & Wrekin are showing remarkable…
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Sioned Williams for Lanyon Bowdler, which has offices across Shropshire, Herefordshire and North Wales,
A local law firm is celebrating after being highlighted in a national guide which recognises expertise in assisting with private…
Read moreImagine being fully booked weeks in advance. More enquiries. More loyal customers. More time to focus on what you do…
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The award follows an in-depth review of websites, detailed data analysis, and professional mystery shopping
Telford-based DB Roberts Residential Sales and Letting Agents have received a prestigious EA Masters Gold Award for Lettings. This recognition…
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Julie Kaur of Jules Convenience is no stranger to being recognised for her retail excellence and community spirit
Hot on the heels of being awarded Retailer’s Retailer at the Convenience Awards in March 2025, a Telford retailer has…
Read moreA precision manufacturer has celebrated 25 years in business by producing its 150 millionth component. The ‘etched’ part, is heading…
Read moreA prime commercial opportunity in Telford, offering excellent regional and national transport links ideal for businesses requiring logistics and distribution…
Read moreA brand new store, MINISO, is set to open its doors very soon at Telford Centre, bringing an exciting array…
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In June, Aviramp partnered with Delta Air Lines to return 23 US veterans to France for D-Day commemorations, ensuring their safe disembarkation in wheelchairs via a donated Aviramp (credit Chris Rank)
Award-winning aircraft boarding ramp manufacturer Aviramp today backed recommendations in a new UK Government report calling for urgent improvements to…
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Business owners Nick and Jenny Barratt, front centre, and Councillors Carolyn Healy and Ollie Vickers cut the ribbon to mark Courtyard Cafe’s official opening.
A popular tea room in Ironbridge has been transformed into a cafe offering a new menu and extended product range…
Read moreA Telford-based apprentice has turned around his fledgling career to be named as Most Improved Learner at the In-Comm Training…
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Community engagement remains a key focus for McPhillips, which has been serving the Telford community for more than 60 years.
Apprentices from Telford-based construction firm McPhillips have been giving back to the community by enhancing the outdoor space at Telford…
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Pixie Greatorex said “We’ve created something that goes way beyond dating. People are making real friends, forming relationships, and feeling less alone."
What started as a small idea to bring speed dating to Shropshire has grown into something no one expected, least…
Read moreThe purchase and refurb of Wellington Market was a bold move by Telford and Wrekin Council and while not all…
Read moreOne of the UK’s leading control and automation specialists is aiming to help UK businesses reduce the £1.4bn cost of…
Read moreA successful business growth initiative is returning to Telford this summer – and local entrepreneurs are being urged to sign…
Read moreA planning application has been received by Telford and Wrekin Council to change the use of a shop in Wellington…
Read moreThe Poundland store on Forge Retail Park is closing on 19th July, and the half-price sale is attracting lots of…
Read moreThe director of a family-owned SME engineering business in Telford is taking part in a national campaign championing the future…
Read moreA new study of business leaders reveals major concerns around the widening skills gap in the UK. The report, conducted…
Read moreAs we see the work beginning on The Priors Lodge set to be the new Hickories we reminisce about what…
Read moreBusiness as usual is the message to shoppers who use Wellington Market as the contractors move in. After weeks of…
Read moreThe Clock Tower closed just before fathers day, as the new owners of both the ex-Brewers Fayre pub and the…
Read moreGlobal aviation manufacturer Aviramp has been named in The Sunday Times 100 – the prestigious annual ranking of Britain’s fastest-growing private companies….
Read moreA huge milestone has been achieved by Telford-based Heaven Skincare, where a prestigious Royal Warrant has been unveiled on its…
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Councillor Carolyn Healy, right, and Book Nook owner Meg Prince, officially open Book Nook in Ironbridge.
A book shop is starting a new chapter in Ironbridge after expanding into new premises. Book Nook has opened its…
Read moreClothes retailer River Island has announced a cull of 33 stores in the UK, but the store in Telford Shopping…
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