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A new later-living housing development has been unveiled near Swindon, offering a mix of affordable rental and shared ownership homes. Anchor has officially opened Stowe Central in Wichelstowe, delivering 84 one and two-bedroom apartments designed for independent living. The development includes 65 apartments for social rent and 19 homes available through the…

A national cash and carry operator has expanded with a takeover. Bestway Wholesale has bought DB Ramsden & Co. Officials say the move for the family-owned firm – which trades as Dee Bee Wholesale – “brings together two entrepreneurial businesses with deep roots in independent wholesale and retail”. They add 1961-founded Dee Bee…

A Manchester payroll outsourcing specialist has launched a new office in Dublin. Lucas White Payroll Services has opened a base at the Guinness Enterprise Centre as part of plans to support a growing client base across Ireland and further expand its operations overseas. Founded in 2017 by chief executive Lauren Winn, the…

A public service programme provider has expanded with a takeover. Palladium has bought Get Set UK. Officials say the move for the employment services and skills provider will “create a stronger platform to deliver connected, high-quality support for people, employers and communities”. London-based Get Set UK is known for delivering Government-funded programmes and…

For decades, entrepreneurs have viewed an exit as the ultimate goal. Whether through an acquisition, private equity deal or public listing, success has often been defined by a clean break and a strong valuation. However, that thinking is changing. Across the investment landscape, founders are beginning to realise an exit no longer needs…