Business

How do the two main parties match up on election pledges?

While a coalition government is a highly likely outcome of the 7 May election, it will be led by one or other of the two big players. So, what are they offering?

Interview: ‘We’ve got a good business, we do a bloody good job’

By his own admission, there have been some ups and downs over the 35 years Stephens & George managing director Andrew Jones has worked at the family firm.

Callprint appoints new Jupiter managing director

Reprographics and large-format print specialist Callprint has recruited David Snaith as the managing director of the new Jupiter Visual Communications team.

Government awards £11.5bn postal goods and services framework

Print businesses including Banner Managed Communication, Capita Business Services and Critiqom (formerly Document Outsourcing) are among 37 suppliers to a mammoth new pan-government postal goods and...

Octink reports best Q1 sales in 50 years

A booming property market has driven display graphics and marketing suite specialist Octink’s best first-quarter results since the company was established in 1962.

Black Lion Press updates large-format ops with HP Latex 360 buy

Commercial printer Black Lion Press has boosted its large-format operation after installing an HP Latex 360.

Marstan Press increases digital capacity with Xerox investments

Marstan Press has boosted its digital quality and capacity by investing nearly £500,000 in two new Xerox presses; an iGen 150 XXL and a Versant 2100.

Digital Imaging Services increases capabilities with MTEX 1800 buy

Wide-format printer Digital Imaging Services has invested in an MTEX 1800 direct-to-textile printer to open up new markets.

Conservatives promise 'significant' hike in Annual Investment Allowance

The Conservative Party has promised a new "significantly higher, permanent level for the Annual Investment Allowance" alongside a mix of new and existing policies in its pre-election manifesto.

Gemini Digital Colour celebrates 20th birthday

Bridgend-based commercial printer Gemini Digital Colour is celebrating its 20th birthday this year by holding a range of events and promotions.