http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/Business news articles and events from around the midlands.Nottingham-based Focus Consultants is celebrating the news that one of its projects has received two accolades in the awards that are regarded as the 'Oscars' of the property world.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/awards-for-focus-consultants’-museum-refurbishment-project.aspxDains Corporate Finance are celebrating after walking away with a hat-trick of awards at the Insider's prestigious Dealmakers Dinner, which gathered the region's top professionals to celebrate deals successfully completed in the last year. http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/a-hat-trick-of-awards-for-dains-corporate-finance.aspxOrganisers of street parties to mark the Queen's diamond jubilee could win a tasty hamper packed with bread and cakes from Luke Evans Bakery.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/chance-to-win-a-hamper-of-bread-and-cakes-for-your-diamond-jubilee-street-party-from-luke-evans-bakery-in-derbyshire.aspxSpecialist lawyers representing many people needing lifetime care and rehabilitation after being seriously injured are raising awareness of the devastating impact that brain injuries can have as they support Action For Brain Injury Week 2012.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/law-firm-backs-action-for-brain-injury-week-2012.aspxBirmingham coffee retailer Urban Coffee Company has unveiled a brand new location today, in the city's Mailbox complex. The company's third outlet is in the form of an unusual coffee 'pod' and will provide locals with the coffee they love- to go. http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/urban-coffee-company-unveils-new-city-centre-location.aspxConstruction has now started on an exclusive housing development, named Evergreens, in Kingsbury, which is being delivered by Lichfield based developer Walton Homes. http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/construction-starts-on-new-housing-site-in-kingsbury.aspxEast Midlands law firm Fidler & Pepper Solicitors has organised breakfast seminars aimed at helping buy-to-let landlords learn more about their legal responsibilities. http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/tenancy-law-workshops-for-residential-landlords.aspxBarclays is increasing its support for the subsidiaries of multinational corporates with the introduction of local relationship directors responsible for the multinational corporate (MNC) segment in key regions across the UK.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/barclays-appoints-regional-team-to-support-multinational-subsidiaries.aspxThe team responsible for spearheading the creation of the UK's first timber home factory to be opened by a housing association have won a national award.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/team-behind-timber-home-factory-win-national-award.aspxThe transformation of Northampton Castle Railway Station is going ahead after the Government announced a £10m investment in the scheme.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/funding-secured-for-northampton-station.aspxPrime Chartered Accountants, who have offices in Solihull and Coventry have just appointed Adrian Pym as Director of Forensic Accounting.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/prime-appoint-new-director-of-forensic-accounting.aspxInnes England has been instructed to handle full service commercial property advice at a popular district shopping centre in Oakwood, Derby.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/shopping-centre-instruction-for-innes-england.aspxMotorhome specialists Peak Leisure Vehicles is delighted to confirm that despite the wet weather, trade is looking brighter than ever for the Kirk Langley dealer. After extending their motorhome accessories shop in store and online, the family owned business are experiencing their busiest year yet, showing that the wet start to the season isn't dampening the British public's growing enthusiasm for camping, caravanning and motorhomes.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/derby-dealer-refuses-to-let-weather-rain-on-their-parade!.aspxAn Oswestry solicitor has issued a warning to local businesses about the need to comply with new website regulations due to kick in on May 26th which will require them to get permission for using cookies.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/solicitor-warns-businesses-about-cookie-‘diet’.aspxA Worcestershire company has appointed a premier partner to help promote a major international software brand.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/purple-patch-predicted-thanks-to-software-reselling-deal.aspxBosses of a Shropshire-based wedding business today revealed the power of Twitter had doubled company turnover as they celebrate their second anniversary. http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/wedding-supply-company-celebrate-business-boom-through-twitter.aspxBirmingham law firm Anthony Collins Solicitors has been named as a UK top-ten charity law firm in CaritasData's Top Legal Advisors list. The firm is the only practice without a South East presence to make the top ten.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/birmingham-firm-named-as-top-ten-uk-charity-legal-advisor.aspxDerby's Develop Training has successfully launched a one of a kind new support service for independent traders across the board from gas fitters, to electricians and plumbers. http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/unpacking-the-business-tool-box---equipping-derby's-tradesmen.aspxA Staffordshire company is celebrating after being recognised with two important awards. Office supplies expert Fenns has been awarded SA8000 - the internationally recognised Corporate & Social Responsibility accreditation – as well ‘Most Innovative Dealer in the UK’. http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/staffordshire-company-celebrates-winning-two-major-awards.aspxWith the expected forthcoming increases in mortgage rates, many homeowners will currently be questioning whether to select a fixed or variable rate. It is estimated that approximately one million householders will be facing an increase in their mortgage bill this summer, as several leading providers look to raise their rates ahead of expected rises in the costs of lending. With The Halifax, The Bank Of Ireland’s UK arm (including Bristol and West), and The Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks already announcing an upward charge in rates, Penny & Sinclair is therefore offering advice to homeowners. http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/time-to-fix-your-mortgage---penny--sinclair-offers-advice-to-homeowners.aspxTR Fleet, one of the UK's leading fleet management specialists has appointed Julie Farey as operations manager.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/tr-fleet-appoints-new-operations-manager.aspxA well-known Warwickshire landmark pub and restaurant has been taken over and is being restored to its former glory, with a new name, and fresh new décor and menus.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/restoration-of-land-mark-pub-–-re-opens-may-19th.aspxA business improvement company based in Coventry is set to take turnover to £3 million this year after securing an invoice finance facility from Lloyds TSB Commercial Finance.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/coventry-firm-set-to-grow-with-lloyds-tsb.aspxSocial housing repairs and maintenance contractor Willmott Dixon Partnerships has achieved national recognition for its collaborative working practices.http://www.midlandsbusinessnews.co.uk/2012-05/willmott-dixon-partnerships-wins-top-award-for-excellence.aspx