Into the fast lane

Article Abstract:

TLS Range is a UK company involved in vehicle hire. The company was set up in 1979 and called Transport Leasing Services. A rights issue was carried out in 1993 in order to expand the fleet as demand rose. The company was hit by the early 1990s recession but reported a profit from 1993. The company has decided to focus on cars and light commercial vehciles and withdraw from heavy vehicles. TLS is seeking a national presence through becoming a preferred regional supplier.

Automobile Rent & Lease, Passenger Car Rental and Leasing, Management, Motor vehicle fleets, Fleets (Automotive), TLS Range PLC

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Regional accent

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The North West Regional Development Agency (RDA) has to prepare a regional strategy for the north west of England. The RDA brings together a number of government agencies and aims to bring benefits from economies of scale, better coordination and improved targeting. There are 12 places on the RDA board, with local government accounting for four of these. Education, the voluntary sector, and rural interests have to be represented by may not gain seats on the RDA's board.

Area & Regional Development, Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development, Economic policy, Economic development, Regional planning

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Fingers in many pies

Article Abstract:

Competition is intensifying among accounting firms in Manchester, England. The sector is affected by consolidation and a trend toward offering a wider range of services, while loss leading is increasing due to competition from business with higher margins. Stress is incresing in accounting firms. Links with law firms are seen as one way of increasing the range of services, though there could be problems relating to conflicts of interest and independence.

Accounting, auditing, & bookkeeping, Accounting & Auditing Services, Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services, Accounting firms, Accounting services, Manchester, England

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