North East Times: The Disrupted Issue

At North East Times, we remain committed to providing a voice for those who are shaping the region's economy. 

But we recognise that we're living in unprecedented times. Our first thought is to wish you all the best of health. 

Like all businesses and organisations across the region, the UK and the world, North East Times is adapting its output in light of the Covid-19 outbreak.  

As part of our mission to reflect the mood of business, we are changing the theme of our May edition to The Disrupted Issue. 

We have decided not to shy away from the challenges that lie ahead. Instead, we want to support the local business community as they try to make sense of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic by offering a quality, trusted outlet to share news, views and support. 

Through a mix of independent journalism and content from our advertisers and partners, The Disrupted Issue will look to address the following themes: 

·      How companies and organisations are adapting to the ongoing Covid-19 disruption 

·      Challenges around business continuity and productivity 

·      Staff health and well-being

·      The impact on specific sectors including professional services, manufacturing, built environment, charities, tech, education, retail, leisure and hospitality and public services

·      Government announcements relating to business

·      Specific challenges for sole-traders, SMEs and corporates

·      Access to business support and finance 

·      The role of technology and innovation

·      The long-term effects of Covid-19?

·      Has business as we know it changed forever?

Since North East Times launched in 2015, we have shared incredible stories from some of the region’s individuals, businesses and organisations. Our aim has been to showcase the North East as a vibrant and productive place to work and live. 

We want to continue to do this the best way we can. 

The experienced team are already working on detailed content, production and distribution plans to ensure – in the current climate – we can provide the highest quality printed magazine, which adheres to our founding principles of integrity, transparency and creativity. 

Our printed publication will also be boosted by an enhanced digital presence to ensure our content can be accessible by anyone, anywhere, anytime. 

We know the weeks and months ahead will be a challenging time for the regional business community, and we would like to pledge our commitment to supporting both businesses and individuals who have advocated North East Times so passionately over the past five years.

For more information, contact me on [email protected] or for commercial opportunities, contact Martin Stout on [email protected]