Economy

Why Energy Prices Still Matter for Pennine Manufacturers in 2025

Energy costs remain well above pre-2021 levels for Pennine manufacturers. Here is what is driving the bill, which support schemes still...

• October 11, 2026

Beginner's Guide to Applying for Pennine Business Grants and Local Funding

Where Pennine business grants come from, who qualifies, and how to write an application that gets past the first sift — with practical...

• September 28, 2026

What the Trans-Pennine Rail Upgrade Means for Local Businesses in 2025

The Transpennine Route Upgrade is reshaping rail travel between Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds and York — and changing commuting,...

• September 18, 2026