This category relates to all things to do with business in Preston.
BAE Systems solar farm on old runway generating major energyA new solar farm near Preston has been leading to lower energy consumption at one of the area’s biggest employers. BAE Systems says it has saved £300,000 in the last […]
8 years ago Harris Institute remains on the market for a new ownerA historic Preston building is still on the market for a new owner. The Harris Institute in Avenham Lane has been operating as an Islamic higher education college. Now its […]
8 years ago Opinion: Why Orbital bus route cut is a cynical move too far from Preston BusWhat goes around, comes around…unless you’re the Preston Orbital bus route. Rotala, the owners of former employee-owned Preston Bus, claim the route is impractical and unprofitable. They have announced a […]
8 years ago Fishergate Shopping Centre cinema plan could face rejection recommendationA major scheme for Preston city centre faces being derailed as a council plan is not ready yet. Fishergate Shopping Centre’s owners have applied to convert the former TJ Hughes […]
8 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Deepdale halal chicken factory applies to raise height of already approved extensionA rapidly expanding chicken processing plant in Deepdale has applied for a further extension to its buildings. Gafoor Halal chicken plant in Fletcher Road wants to raise the height of […]
8 years ago Queen Street retail park could see drive-thru cafe chainA major new retail park in Preston is to see a drive-thru cafe included. Plans for the Queen Street development have already seen a cafe chain signed off but now […]
8 years ago Guild Ale House prepares to open in Preston city centreAle fans are set for a treat when a new pub opens in Preston city centre. Final stages of building work at the Guild Ale House in Lancaster Road are […]
8 years ago How one Preston woman has turned her passion for dogs into a businessSome may think it’s over-indulgent, while others see it as a way to show the special bond between man and dog. But one Preston woman has seen a business opportunity […]
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