THE long-awaited TK Maxx store in Winchester will create 32 new jobs, the company said this week. The high street fashion chain, which is set to throw open its doors next month, is taking over a unit on the top two floors of The Brooks Shopping Centre. Spanning 1,437 sq metres, the new shop will offer big labels for discounted prices. A TK Maxx spokesman said: “We’re delighted to be opening a brand new store in Winchester. “We can’t wait for shoppers to walk through our doors and discover their own treasures. You never know what you might find. “Pop by often, as there will always be exciting new designer finds and one-off gems for less every time you visit.” There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony and flower presentation for the first customer on the opening day of Thursday, March 8 at 9am. The opening date for the brand was announced after months of work to get the store ready. Its arrival forms part of a £1 million revamp at … [Read more...] about TK Maxx creates 32 jobs in Winchester city centre
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Most Carillion workers on Aberdeen bypass project have kept their jobs
MORE than 90 per cent of former Carillion workers on the Aberdeen bypass have been given jobs with the two other partners in the consortium behind the major project. When the outsourcing giant went into liquidation on January 15, it employed 63 people on the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route/Balmedie to Tipperty project. Now 44 of those workers have moved to Balfour Beatty while 13 are now employed by Galliford Try. Loading article content Of the remaining six, two offers of continued employment were declined, two left to take up posts with other organisations and for the two there was no position available. Economy Secretary Keith Brown visited the site and met former Carillion staff and a representative from the consortium Aberdeen Roads Limited. He confirmed Balfour Beatty and Galliford Try are committed to completing work and the government plans to mitigate any impacts of Carillion’s collapse on the project. Mr Brown said: “Since January 15 , my … [Read more...] about Most Carillion workers on Aberdeen bypass project have kept their jobs
Telford set for 70 jobs as new factory is planned
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Wheelie bins and pallets manufacturer Craemer, which already has a large factory beside the A442 at Hortonwood, has bought a 5.3 hectare site at nearby Hortonwood West. The German-headquartered company will use the new factory to expand its production facilities. Assuming the company wins planning permission for the site, construction will begin in mid-November, and is expected to be completed in November next year. Steve Poppitt, managing director of Craemer UK, said: “This new site in Telford really gives us the room we need to grow and step up production, allowing us to meet client demand and fulfil our ongoing commitment to both product and market development. "We’re confident that our investment in this new facility and the creation of additional resources within our UK manufacturing platform will allow Craemer to strengthen its position in domestic, European and global markets for many years to come.” Good news Craemer hoping to expand on Hortonwood. … [Read more...] about Telford set for 70 jobs as new factory is planned
Kilmarnock manager Steve Clarke glad that ‘pestering’ over Scotland job at an end
KILMARNOCK boss Steve Clarke admits he is relieved he will no longer be “pestered” about the Scotland job after the appointment of Alex McLeish as manager of the national side yesterday. Clarke was tipped as a serious contender to replace Gordon Strachan following his incredible start at Rugby Park, but he is happy that he can now focus his full attention to his current job, starting today against Motherwell at Fir Park. Clarke said: “The media has been pestering me non-stop about it but as far as I was concerned it was never a story. There was never an approach from the SFA and it was never encouraged from this side of the table. Loading article content “I’m happy to be here working for Kilmarnock and hopefully we can continue what we’ve been doing recently.” Killie had just six points when Clarke was named as Lee McCulloch’s successor in mid-October. Having fought back with 10 men to beat Dundee in midweek, they can now move … [Read more...] about Kilmarnock manager Steve Clarke glad that ‘pestering’ over Scotland job at an end
Alex McLeish ‘absolutely ecstatic’ to be back in Scotland job as he targets Euro 2020 qualification
RETURNING Scotland manager Alex McLeish says he is ‘ecstatic’ to be back in the role 11 years on from his first spell in charge at Hampden Park. The former Rangers and Aston Villa boss was confirmed as the successor to Gordon Strachan on Friday. He immediately targeted qualification for the European Championships in 2020 and victory in Scotland’s UEFA Nations League group as his main objectives. Loading article content Read more: The 10 games that made Alex McLeish one of Scotland's most successful managers “I'm absolutely ecstatic to be back,” he said. “The goals are to win our Nations League group and get to the Euros in 2020. “I believe I'm the right guy for the job, I’ve gained a lot of experience by going down to England since my last stint as manager and believe I’m a better coach for that. “It’s great to be back and see a lot of familiar faces. So onwards and upwards and let’s see if we … [Read more...] about Alex McLeish ‘absolutely ecstatic’ to be back in Scotland job as he targets Euro 2020 qualification