Business News Round Up (25/03/19)


Private equity moves beyond London in search for deals

Private equity investors are seeking to invest in the north of England as investment in Manchester expands.

https://www.ft.com/content/15403ff2-150a-11e9-a581-4ff78404524e

Scotland sets out plan to boost broadband infrastructure

The Scottish government have set out a 10 year plan to boost infrastructure in Scotland. Telecom firms will be able to use 100% non-domestic rates for new fibre broadband infrastructure.

https://www.theconstructionindex.co.uk/news/view/scotland-sets-out-plan-to-boost-broadband-infrastructure

Uncertainty continues for North West businesses as Brexit outcome remains unclear

Grant Thornton, financial and business advisors, have urged businesses to review and update their contingency plans to ensure they can respond to changes in the local market.

https://bdaily.co.uk/articles/2019/03/25/uncertainty-continues-for-north-west-businesses-as-brexit-outcome-remains-unclear

Glasgow university spinout eyes growth in overseas markets

VeryConnect, a Glasgow university spinout company, has secured £36 million in funding after expanding into ten overseas markets.

https://www.heraldscotland.com/business_hq/17524262.glasgow-university-spinout-eyes-growth-in-overseas-markets/