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Lee is Farmer of the Year

Lee is Farmer of the Year

Lee Gilbert has been crowned Farmer of the Year 2026 at the prestigious Farmers Rural Awards, recognising an extraordinary journey from first-time landowner to the leader of a thriving and diversified farming enterprise.
12 November 26
Major counter terrorism workshop planned

Major counter terrorism workshop planned

Shrewsbury BID is inviting organisations and businesses from across Shropshire to a free counter terrorism awareness workshop, delivered by specialist Counter Terrorism Security Advisors from West Midlands Counter Terrorism Policing.
11 November 26
Success for Shropshire bike brand

Success for Shropshire bike brand

A homegrown Shropshire children’s bike brand is celebrating a string of major successes as it heads into the important Christmas buying period.
11 November 26
Outstanding result for Morris Property

Outstanding result for Morris Property

Morris Property has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) for its work on Unit 48 at Centurion Park on Kendall Road in Shrewsbury, achieving one of the highest marks possible under the national scheme.
10 November 26
Housing developments make shortlist

Housing developments make shortlist

Praise for two local projects
06 November 26
Agricultural student receives bursary

Agricultural student receives bursary

Award will support PhD work
05 November 26
Entrepreneur cuts through AI hype

Entrepreneur cuts through AI hype

No-nonsense advice for business owners
04 November 26

Features and Analysis >

Place management leader won over

Place management leader won over

The boss of an international place management organisation has praised Wellington for ‘doing things right’ after spending a fact-finding day in the town.
10 November 26
Businesses face shocking burden

Businesses face shocking burden

Chamber is calling for urgent Government action to reduce the cost burden on businesses
24 August 26
In it for the long haul

In it for the long haul

Maintaining the human touch
20 August 26
The Visitor Economy

The Visitor Economy

One of county's quiet powerhouses
19 August 26
The Search for a NEET Solution

The Search for a NEET Solution

National surge is growing
11 August 26
2026 Apprenticeship Awards finalists revealed

2026 Apprenticeship Awards finalists revealed

Stellar line-up named
06 July 26
Awards success for local businesses

Awards success for local businesses

Winners come from all over the county
22 June 26

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Episode 14: Budget reaction special

Episode 14: Budget reaction special

We sat down with a group of businesses at the Shropshire Chamber of Commerce headquarters in Telford to dissect John Healey's first Budget. With representatives from manufacturing, training, hospitality, construction, finance, the charity sector and more, there were lots of strong views in a fascinating debate.
28 October 26
Episode 13: Wellington and Market Town Special

Episode 13: Wellington and Market Town Special

We turn the spotlight on market towns in this edition, joining the head of the Institute of Place on a fact-finding trip to Wellington, and meeting some of the other stakeholders who are held up as an exam ple to follow. We also find out why one of the driving forces behind the success of Shrewsbury market is now taking on a similar role in Ellesmere and Market Drayton.
09 October 26
Episode 12: Commercial property, Children's entertainment and wine!

Episode 12: Commercial property, Children's entertainment and wine!

From commercial property to children's entertainment, and a chat with the owners of a local vineyard, there's something for everyone in the latest edition. Chris catches up with an entertainer who has been a familiar face in the country for years, and Carl visited a commercial property seminar in Shrewsbury to hear about latest trends and opportunities. Plus, we have all the usual business news headlines.
24 September 26
Episode 11: National Ablepreneurs Day

Episode 11: National Ablepreneurs Day

In this edition of the Shropshire Business Podcast, Chris chats to Helen Pugh, founder of Ablepreneurs and now National Ablepreneurs Day, which takes place on Wednesday, 16th September. Plus, we have the latest Shropshire business news with Lucy.
11 September 26

Editor's Picks >

Budget 2026: businesses give their verdict

Budget 2026: businesses give their verdict

What did Shropshire employer make of John Healey's speech
28 October 26
Helping businesses to be AI resilient

Helping businesses to be AI resilient

Advice on harnessing technology 
27 October 26
New chapter for British firepower

New chapter for British firepower

Firm opens UK Gun Hall
23 October 26
Fresh format for business festival

Fresh format for business festival

Event returns for fifth year
29 September 26
Manufacturer celebrates company first

Manufacturer celebrates company first

New lathes arrive on same day
04 September 26

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Episode 13: Wellington and Market Town Special

We turn the spotlight on market towns in this edition, joining the head of the Institute of Place on a fact-finding trip to Wellington, and meeting some of the other stakeholders who are held up as an exam ple to follow. We also find out why one of the driving forces behind the success of Shrewsbury market is now taking on a similar role in Ellesmere and Market Drayton.
09 October 26
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General election business debate - Q&A with the main parties

General election business debate - Q&A with the main parties

Have the political parties lived up to their promises since the general election? Take a look back at this hustings debate at Aico in Oswestry, hosted by Shropshire Business editor Carl Jones.
20 October 26
Carl Jones visits the Morris & Company Stadium Point site in Shrewsbury and talks with Liz Lowe, Head of Developments about their plans.

Stadium Point: Previewing the new development in Shrewsbury

We take a look round the new Stadium Point development in Shrewsbury, in the shadow of the town’s football stadium, with Liz Lowe from the developers, Morris Property.
30 June 26
Ellie Pjetri and Jake Burnett, two of the big winners at the 2026 Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Apprenticeship Awards

Shropshire Telford & Wrekin Apprenticeship Awards 2026 - watch the show

Shropshire Business is proud to be a partner in the Shropshire Telford & Wrekin Apprenticeship Awards – here are the highlights from the third event, at the Mercure Telford Centre Hotel.
16 October 25
Shropshire Chamber Business Awards - 25 years of glittering celebrations

Shropshire Chamber Business Awards - 25 years of glittering celebrations

The 25th anniversary of the Shropshire Chamber Business Awards was a spectacular celebration, as winners were crowned against the backdrop of a Greatest Showman themed showcase.
02 July 25

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