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Council to save £5 million while continuing to invest in council homes, communities and tackling climate change
CAMBRIDGE City councillors have approved the budget for 2025/2026 which puts the council on track to meet its target of saving £6 million a year from April 2026, to keep the council financially sustainable while investing in key priorities: building new council homes, supporting community initiatives, and tackling climate change.
eg technology bolsters global presence with appointment of Paul Anglim
eg technology Ltd have started 2025 with a key appointment as Paul Anglim joins the specialist product design, engineering and development consultancy as we continue our international expansion.
The life sciences sector: a model for collaboration
In today’s interconnected world, collaboration across borders is essential for addressing global challenges. The life sciences sector offers a compelling example of how nations can work together to foster innovation and mutual benefit.
Cambridge Festival showcases pioneering health research and innovations in medicine
The Cambridge Festival is returning from March 19 to April 4 with a series of events that bring together cutting-edge health research and the latest innovations in medical science.
AI matches the accuracy of expert radiologists to detect prostate cancer in a major multi-centre clinical study
Lucida Medical and Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust announce the results of a 5-year collaboration. The PAIR-1 study shows that the Pi AI software, now in use in NHS and European hospitals, is the first commercial product of its kind with performance equivalent to that of expert radiologists to detect prostate cancer, the most common cancer in men.
New insights into ageing revealed
The way in which blood stem cells evolve over a lifespan differs greatly between humans and mice, new research reveals. The findings provide a new understanding of the critical factors that influence tissue ageing.
Jagex announces CEO Transition: Jon Bellamy appointed as CEO
Jagex, a leading UK video game company and developer of the RuneScape MMORPG franchise, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Bellamy as Chief Executive Officer. Jon will succeed Phil Mansell, who has served as CEO since 2017. Phil will remain with the business for a period of time to ensure a smooth transition.
Mestag Therapeutics appoints Dr. Matthew Sleeman as Chief Scientific Officer
Mestag Therapeutics, a biotech company harnessing fibroblast immunology for the benefit of patients with inflammatory disease and cancer, announces that Matthew Sleeman, PhD, has been appointed Chief Scientific Officer.
Pragmatic Semiconductor launches next-generation platform for mixed-signal flexible ASIC design with early-access programme
Pragmatic FlexIC Platform Gen 3 accelerates chip design; delivers significant power and area improvements.
Cambridge Index drops 3.7%
The Cambridge Index fell 843.77 points or 3.7% to close at 22,201.8, as five out of the top ten index heavyweights posted weekly losses in their share price.
Following a year of closure for essential repairs, CWRC Peterborough Centre officially reopens
Cambridge Women’s Resource Centre (CWRC) is delighted to announce the reopening of its Peterborough Centre following extensive renovations to the roof and interiors. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the charity’s mission to provide a much-needed safe space with dedicated services for vulnerable women in the Peterborough community.
MP welcomes funding boost for youth mental health in Cambridge
Daniel Zeichner MP has welcomed £290,100 in new funding to expand mental health support for hundreds of young people across Cambridge through community-based Early Support Hubs.
Cambridge University colleges commit to FutureIN construction apprentices
Landmark agreement addresses youth homelessness through construction work experience.
Trainee surgeon scoops coveted award
An Addenbrooke’s doctor who is in the final stages of training to become a vascular surgeon has been given a prestigious award for her research.
Xaar technology takes inkjet corrugated printing to the next level
Leading inkjet technology group, Xaar is revolutionising corrugated packaging printing, delivering flexo quality and a reduced cost per print alongside digital customisation and personalisation benefits in a single pass.
Groundbreaking ceremony marks the start of construction for Northstowe's Unity Centre
A groundbreaking ceremony took place on Thursday 6 March, as South Cambridgeshire District Council marked the start of construction of the Unity Centre, the permanent community centre for Phase 1 in the growing town of Northstowe.
Excellence First Enterprise Consultancy (EFEC): Pioneering a learning culture for mutual growth in the UK and China
At Excellence First Enterprise Consultancy (EFEC), we believe that the heartbeat of any thriving organisation is its capacity to learn, adapt, and grow.
Biotech dominates at 2025 #21toWatch Awards with winners focused on remedying persisting medical challenges
The #21toWatch Top21.2025 winners have been announced at an inspirational awards ceremony at The Glasshouse innovation hub in Cambridge.
Cambridge Index advances 0.1%
The Cambridge Index rose 26.3 points or 0.1% to close at 22,228.1, as four out of the top ten index heavyweights posted weekly gains in their share price.
Highlights from another great year for Cambridge Enterprise
The Cambridge Enterprise Annual Review 2024 showcases how the commercialisation of groundbreaking research creates tangible societal benefits.
Cambridge businesses encouraged to apply for a King’s Award for Enterprise
At a recent meeting at Marshall of Cambridge, Julie Spence OBE, QPM,BEd, LLB, MA, MBA., HM Lord Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire, spoke about the multiple benefits companies can gain by the recognition this prestigious award can bring to an organisation. She encouraged companies to consider applying in one, or more, of the four categories:
District Council encourages parents to claim free Healthy Start vouchers
Parents of children under the age of four years old are being encouraged to check if they are eligible for free Healthy Start vouchers to help buy food and milk.
Howard Group drives growth of South Cambridge’s life sciences ecosystem with new Unity Campus deal
Leading regional property investor and developer
Belbin announce the passing of Dr. Meredith Belbin, legendary pioneer of Team Role theory
Belbin Limited is saddened to announce the passing of its inspirational founder, Dr Raymond Meredith Belbin, who died peacefully at home surrounded by his family aged 98 years old.
Exploring the impact of artificial intelligence at the 2025 Cambridge Festival
The 2025 Cambridge Festival, taking place from March 19 to April 4, is diving deep into the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) on both individuals and society.