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Anti-competitive activities; UK exits, and insolvency shortfalls – but not all bad news

Our roundup of September’s biggest stories makes for a tough read in parts, but rest assured there was a smattering of good news to lighten the industry’s mood.

Macrae-Duffy (2nd L): "I truly appreciate being part of such a dedicated team and I'm excited to keep building my skills"

CX Services champions neurodiversity after hiring “outstanding” apprentice

Argyll mailing house CX Services has urged printers to consider how they could do more to hire neurodivergent workers after offering a full-time job to an apprentice with Asperger’s Syndrome.

Jones: I'm proud to be part of an industry that has completely reshaped itself

Powlsons MD celebrates 50 years in business

John Jones, managing director of Colwyn Bay digital printer Powlsons, will celebrate his 50th year at the business on 7 October.

Eight Group's expanded offering

Eight Group becomes Living Wage Employer

Eight Group has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer.

Norman Ackroyd was considered Britain's finest living etcher. Image: Royal Academy

Royal Academy printmaker Norman Ackroyd dies

Renowned landscape artist and printmaker Norman Ackroyd has died following a period of illness, aged 86.

Software Circle: new look

Board revamp at Software Circle

Software Circle has confirmed changes to its board and non-exec line-up that have been ratified at the group’s AGM.

Bigger remit for Read in latest Walstead rejig

Walstead Group UK CEO Debbie Read has gained an expanded remit following the latest round of senior management changes at the group.

STEM Returners will source the candidates for the Domino programme. Image: Domino

Domino partners on STEM career returners initiative

Domino Printing Sciences has partnered with employment consultancy STEM Returners on a new programme to help STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) professionals return to work in...

New CFO in place at Walstead

Walstead Group has appointed a new CFO who arrives with a long track record at a variety of media businesses.

Northend celebrates 135 years

Northend has celebrated 135 years in business with an event held at the firm’s original city centre premises – now a Slug & Lettuce pub.