Business and economy
Celebrating five years of the Makers
No. 26 Makers Emporium is celebrating its five-year milestone this April.
16 April 2019
Huge boost for tourism with announcement of £7m in funding from the Sheffield City Region
Funding of almost £7m has been agreed for three major projects, set to bring in tourists and boost the Sheffield City Region's cultural economy.
19 December 2018
Jump on board the Tram Train for special offers
The UK's first Tram Train will welcome its first passengers on board on Thursday 25 October, with partners Stagecoach Supertram, Network Rail and South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive (SYPTE).
24 October 2018
Signing ceremony marks halfway point in Rotherham Interchange refurbishment
Councillors, directors and project managers marked the halfway point in the refurbishment of Rotherham Interchange.
16 October 2018
New car park opens in town centre
Visitors to Rotherham will have an additional 40 temporary parking spaces to use in the town centre from Monday (8 October).
4 October 2018
Wates Residential North and Rotherham Council build futures for local jobseekers
Rotherham Council’s partnership with Wates Residential North to build 217 homes has resulted in employment opportunities for people in the borough.
6 September 2018
New bar aims to help Rotherham’s nightlife a roaring success!
Rotherham Council has welcomed the opening of a new bar in the town centre as plans to make the area an attractive place to visit ramp up.
30 July 2018
International company announces new factory in Rotherham
United Caps, an international manufacturer of caps and closures, has announced it will be constructing a new manufacturing plant in Dinnington, Rotherham.
23 July 2018
Another step forward for Forge Island
A development partner for Forge Island could be chosen as early as July under proposals put forward to Rotherham Council, marking further progress on the Town Centre Masterplan.
5 June 2018
Pick up a bargain at Rotherham’s new town centre Car Boot Sale
Rotherham residents have the chance for a Spring Clean as the Council launches a new Car Boot Sale in the Town Centre on Sunday 24 June 2018.
23 May 2018
Lumière Gallery lights up Rotherham’s High Street!
Rotherham’s High Street has welcomed a new business, in the shape of the Lumière Gallery.
18 May 2018
Free Wi-Fi plan for Rotherham Town Centre
Visitors to Rotherham Town Centre could soon benefit from free public access Wi-Fi if new proposals get the green light.
8 May 2018
Shoppers to get free parking near markets
Free parking spaces are to be provided on Drummond Street, near to the Rotherham Markets complex, under new council proposals.
29 March 2018
Council commits over £40 million to deliver new homes for Rotherham
Work has started on a major new build programme to develop over 300 high quality homes in Rotherham.
21 March 2018
Shoppers to benefit from extra parking incentives
Shoppers and visitors to Rotherham will be able to benefit from a new parking offer from this weekend.
1 March 2018
US congressmen learn from region’s advanced manufacturing ‘catalyst’
The world-leading reputation of the Sheffield City Region (SCR) for advanced manufacturing brought a high-level delegation from the US Congress to the region this week.
23 February 2018
The sky’s the limit for new homes in Rotherham
Work on an innovative housing scheme, set to attract first time buyers, will begin next month at a key regeneration site in Rotherham.
19 February 2018
Funding secured for new homes in Rotherham
First-time buyers, older people, and adults with support needs are to benefit from more than half a million pounds awarded by the Government to the Sheffield City Region (SCR) today.
16 February 2018
Building work to start on temporary Rotherham Bus Interchange
Construction of a temporary bus interchange at Forge Island in Rotherham is due to start next Monday 19 February.
16 February 2018
Rotherham leading the way as Yorkshire’s fastest growing economy
Rotherham Council leaders have welcomed a new report which reveals Rotherham is the fastest growing-city economy in Yorkshire, and the eighth fastest growing economy in the UK.
4 January 2018
Career Matters at Magna
Students, jobseekers and local businesses recently came together to share employment and training opportunities in Rotherham.
13 December 2017
Business Companion publish distance selling video guide for businesses
Trading standards experts have today published a new video guide aimed at online and distance sellers to ensure consumers and businesses are protected under the Consumer Rights Act.
31 October 2017
Millions of pounds to be pumped into transport schemes
Almost £10m in Government funding is set to be pumped into three different transport schemes in Sheffield City Region.
23 October 2017
External demolition starts on Law Courts
Visitors to Rotherham saw progress being made around Forge Island this week.
11 October 2017
Mighty seeks to make a mark on business growth in Rotherham
An initiative to develop start-up and young businesses across Rotherham, with free, tailored help and support, launched on Saturday 30 September.
29 September 2017
Improvement work continues at Corporation Street
Motorists are being advised that a town centre car park will be temporarily closed from October 9, as improvement works for cyclists and pedestrians continue.
26 September 2017
Iceland Foods fined £2.5 million following fatal accident
Iceland Foods Limited have this week (18 September 2017) been fined £2.5 million at a sentencing hearing at Grimsby Crown Court.
19 September 2017
Minister launches first Citylink tram train into service
Government Transport Minister Paul Maynard MP launches first Tram Train into service.
15 September 2017
Industrial units to deliver business boost
Rotherham Council is proposing to build several new business units in a bid to attract more inward investment to the borough.
4 September 2017
Forge Island footbridge works completed ahead of schedule
Work on the pedestrian bridge linking Forge Island to the town centre has been completed more than a week ahead of schedule.
4 August 2017
Salon celebrates highlights after successful first year
Special autism-friendly sessions have been among the highlights of a Rotherham hair salon’s successful first year trading.
26 June 2017
Rotherham Council Launches Town Centre Masterplan
Rotherham Council and Design Company WYG Group have revealed new plans that aim to transform Rotherham town centre, bringing more people to live, visit and work in the town.
23 June 2017
Council aims to resolve issue of “eyesore” buildings
Rotherham Council is looking to improve the appearance of a major route through the town centre with progress on a group of derelict buildings – described as an “eyesore”.
20 June 2017
Demolition under way as Forge Island regeneration progresses
Demolition is already well under way on the former Tesco building in Rotherham Town Centre – as the regeneration of Forge Island takes another step forward.
12 April 2017
Metalysis opens Materials Discovery Centre at the Advanced Manufacturing Park
Pioneering metals and novel alloys company Metalysis today announced its arrival at Rotherham's Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP).
31 March 2017
Law Court acquired for town centre regeneration
Rotherham Council has agreed to acquire the former Rotherham Magistrates Court in the latest move to regenerate the town centre.
14 March 2017
New restaurant brings boost to Rotherham town centre
Diners in Rotherham have a reason to celebrate with the official opening of a brand new restaurant this week.
7 March 2017
New Superfast South Yorkshire connection and innovation voucher scheme
See your business grow - access a faster broadband connection, introduce a new innovation and reap the rewards.
3 March 2017
Rotherham Council welcomes Boeing announcement
Rotherham Council has welcomed today’s announcement that Boeing is to bring its first factory outside the USA to the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District (AMID).
24 February 2017
Business accelerator programme provides boost for the region’s start-ups
Ten teams of entrepreneurs from the Sheffield City Region took part in a 12 week business accelerator programme resulting in four enterprises being offered investment to help drive their development.
23 February 2017
Theme Park Plans great boost for Borough’s Growth
One of Rotherham’s leading projects is due to take a step forward after planning permission was approved for a theme park and resort at Rother Valley this week (Thursday).
16 February 2017
McLaren Automotive investment to supercharge the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District
Rotherham Council welcomes McLaren to Rotherham's world-class Advanced Manufacturing Park.
9 February 2017
Council lends support for sports firm
Two more companies have joined the Evolution development at Rotherham’s Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP).
31 January 2017
Rotherham is the vinyl frontier for ex-steelworkers
Two former TATA steelworkers from Kimberworth are turning the tables on redundancy after setting up their own business in Rotherham’s indoor market.
21 December 2016
Rotherham Council leaders welcome new report into Trans-Pennine Tunnel - which could open up the north
Rotherham Council has welcomed a new Trans-Pennine Tunnel study report.
9 December 2016
Study set to boost AMID connectivity
A major study that aims to improve the road network up to the rapidly-growing Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District (AMID) is being driven forward.
5 December 2016
New bar helps to deliver Rotherham’s future and its past
Rotherham’s historic sorting office is being brought back to life as one of Rotherham's finest eateries and wine establishments - with a special nod to its heritage.
22 November 2016
Global urban design company chosen for new Town Centre Masterplan
A global urban design company has been picked to develop a masterplan for Rotherham town centre.
18 November 2016
Town Centre development moves another step closer
Rotherham Council has moved one step closer to its plans to regenerate Forge Island by agreeing to buy out the remaining long leases on the units on one of the key routes into the site.
15 November 2016
Secretary of State plans to return licensing powers to Rotherham
Rotherham Council has welcomed the proposed handing back of licensing powers by Communities Secretary Sajid Javid.
19 October 2016
Plaque unveiled on award winning High Street
The restoration of Rotherham's "historic core" was given the official seal of approval today.
8 September 2016
Bright new look at Rotherham Markets
Visitors to Rotherham Markets will be greeted by an eye catching new entrance area when they call in to do their shopping.
21 July 2016
Rotherham’s High Street welcomes two new retailers
Rotherham’s High Street has welcomed two new retailers – Maia Interiors and the Sweet Escape Dessert & Ice Cream Parlour.
19 July 2016
Have your say on powers for region
A major consultation drive is being launched across the Sheffield City Region this week to ask all residents and businesses how the new powers the area will get under devolution should be used.
1 July 2016
Metalysis to Move into UK's Premier Manufacturing Park
Rotherham Council and Property consultancy Commercial Property Partners LLP have announced the letting of the Advanced Manufacturing Park's Unit 4 to specialist manufacturing company Metalysis.
25 May 2016
Funding provides support to Tata steel staff
Organisations have been working together to support steel workers affected by Tata’s restructuring in Yorkshire.
11 May 2016
Record-breaking Get Up To Speed event goes supersonic
Two thousand visitors, 45 schools, 70 exhibitors - and a supersonic car - have helped the sixth Get Up To Speed festival to break records this year.
29 April 2016
New taxi camera rules come into effect
Customers will soon start to see security cameras installed in all Rotherham taxis.
13 April 2016
Broadband speeds set to rocket at South Yorkshire business parks and Enterprise Zones
Firms based on key business parks and Enterprise Zones throughout South Yorkshire will soon experience first-hand why faster broadband is good for business.
8 April 2016
Cameron is streets ahead
A Rotherham apprentice is streets ahead of his peers after scooping 'Construction Apprentice of the Year' at special ceremony.
5 April 2016
Launch of new Rotherham Together Partnership Action Plan
New partnership plan focuses on positively changing Rotherham.
17 March 2016
Rotherham Chief Executive Welcomes Apprentices
Chief Executive Sharon Kemp takes a young apprentice under her wing to show them the ropes as part of National Apprentice Week.
11 March 2016
Hat trick for town centre shops
Rotherham town centre has scored a hat track after being recognised for its diverse mix of independent shops.
11 March 2016
Changes to town centre parking fees
Rotherham shoppers will be able to park longer for less when they visit the town centre.
10 March 2016
Rotherham United support Visit Rotherham initiative
Rotherham United has become the latest organisation to back "Visit Rotherham."
9 March 2016
Rotherham Council ratifies economic devolution proposal for the borough
Rotherham Council has formally ratified the proposal for the Sheffield City Region economic devolution agreement.
3 March 2016
New Thai shop launches in Rotherham
A new shop on High Street is bringing the taste of Thailand to Rotherham.
17 February 2016
Dawn's Ink is on the move
Following a move at the beginning of January from the previous shop on Howard Street, Dawn's Ink is now open at 68 Effingham Street.
10 February 2016
National award for Tuesday street market
Rotherham’s Tuesday Street Market is celebrating after winning a national award.
29 January 2016
Council Leader welcomes Government steel support
Rotherham Council's Leader has welcomed the news that Government funding will be made available to support those affected by Tata Steel restructuring and job losses.
6 January 2016
LEP Chairman asks business leaders to have their say on devolution
Business leaders are being urged to support the proposed Devolution Deal for Sheffield City Region.
31 December 2015
Steel communities support package
Rotherham Council is backing a support package for the steel industry which is being put together by Sheffield City Region partners.
15 December 2015
Mentor Martyn nets top award for supporting local businesses
A business advisor with the Rotherham Investment and Development Office (RiDO) has been named as Enterprise Coach and Mentor of the Year.
15 December 2015
Careers Matter at LEAF 2015
Morrison, part of Mears Group, brought together local businesses and organisations to showcase employment and training opportunities in Rotherham.
14 December 2015
Budding business owners take advantage of free advice
Aspiring business owners took advantage of free drop-in sessions during last week’s Small Business Saturday (5 December).
11 December 2015
Long-term support services to help victims and survivors of child sexual exploitation
More support services for victims and survivors of child sexual exploitation are being commissioned over the next three years, as part of longer-term plans which have been agreed by Rotherham Council.
11 December 2015
Residents and businesses asked for views on Devolution Deal
Residents and businesses are invite to have their say and get involved in the debate on the in-principle Sheffield City Region Devolution Deal with the Government.
2 December 2015
Rotherham’s High Street is the best in Britain – official!
Rotherham town centre is celebrating today after beating off stiff competition to win the best town category in the Great British High Street competition.
30 November 2015
Magna and Rotherham Council look to the future
The Leader of Rotherham Council, in response to recent media speculation, has today confirmed that the Council will be looking to restructure the debt currently owed by Magna.
24 November 2015
South Korean Start-ups Primed for Success
The first teams of entrepreneurs have completed the Y-Accelerator programme in the Sheffield City Region.
19 November 2015
Craft Corner on the move!
Another popular town centre business has moved to new premises.
17 November 2015
Rotherham’s regeneration team nominated for three awards
The Rotherham Investment and Development Office (RiDO) has been short-listed for three national awards recognising its commitment to supporting local businesses.
6 November 2015
Local Rotherham companies give a warm welcome to South Korean businesses
An innovative programme to attract new business start-ups from South Korea has been championed by local Rotherham firms.
4 November 2015
US Mayor visits Rotherham and Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Park
The Mayor of Louisville, Kentucky, USA visited the Advanced Manufacturing Park at Catcliffe, Rotherham on Wednesday 21 October.
23 October 2015
Exclusive Mirrors celebrates Superfast Broadband connection
One of the UK's largest online mirrors stores will be one of the first companies in South Yorkshire to upgrade to superfast fibre broadband deployed by Superfast South Yorkshire.
14 September 2015
Earmarked sites listed in Rotherham's local plan
The sites earmarked for new homes, industrial and retail space in Rotherham will be put forward for council approval for consultation at the next Council meeting (16 September).
14 September 2015
Rotherham entrepreneurs offered free training and support
Entrepreneurs and new business start-ups can now take advantage of free training and support in Rotherham.
10 September 2015
Land sale agreed for family theme park
A well-known family theme park is on track to open, adjacent to Rother Valley Country Park.
9 September 2015
Health store relaunches
A Rotherham health store that launched with support from the Council is re-branding with a promise to offer shoppers even better value!
7 September 2015
Popular butchers is on the move!
Popular Rotherham butchers, Andrew’s, is on the move to pastures new!
2 September 2015
New Korean investment in Rotherham
Five South Korean companies are launching into the UK as an immediate result of a business delegation to Yorkshire.
10 August 2015
New generation help Rotherham company thrive
Three company directors who attended high schools across Rotherham are now passing on their skills and experience to the next generation of school leavers.
3 August 2015
Sit back and enjoy the show
The many thousands of people who enjoy performances at Rotherham's Civic Theatre can expect a fresh experience when new seating is gradually installed over the coming weeks.
31 July 2015
New retail concept continues to Pop-Up in Rotherham
Retail opportunities are set to grow in Rotherham Town Centre, thanks to the addition of two new pop-up shops.
31 July 2015
Superfast South Yorkshire gives people even more reason to celebrate Yorkshire Day!
Dinnington is the first location in the borough to benefit from the multi million pound Superfast South Yorkshire programme as high-speed fibre broadband arrived five months ahead of schedule.
30 July 2015
Greencore achieves the Workplace Wellbeing Charter
Greencore Prepared Meals is the first business in Rotherham to achieve the Workplace Wellbeing Charter, a national standard that demonstrates employers’ commitment to workplace health and wellbeing.
22 July 2015
New taxi licensing policy agreed
Commissioner Mary Ney, who has responsibility for the Council’s licensing function, has agreed a new taxi licensing Policy.
8 July 2015
Rotherham's Tuesday street market just gets bigger
The Mayor of Rotherham took a shopping trip this week to see for herself the town's bigger and better popular Tuesday street market.
3 July 2015
Landmark agreement on the road to devolution
Leaders from the public and private sectors have taken a vital step on the road to devolution.
22 June 2015
Rotherham High Street celebrates
One of Rotherham's most impressive restoration projects got the official seal of approval this week.
9 June 2015
Rotherham metal fabrication business set for expansion
Custom Metal Products, based at Masborough in Rotherham, is celebrating its fifth year in business by embarking on exciting plans to break into European markets.
26 May 2015
Hi-tech Yorkshire wins South Korea-UK 'first'
For the first time, a business delegation led by a representative of the South Korean government is to visit a British region outside London.
19 May 2015
Selective licensing scheme launched in Rotherham
A new licensing scheme, geared to driving up the standards of privately rented accommodation in Rotherham, is going ahead after a judge dismissed a legal challenge.
15 May 2015
Parking boost for Town Centre
The Council is installing a "Pay on Exit" barrier system in its multi-storey car park located on Wellgate.
14 May 2015
Mesmerize celebrates 20 years in Rotherham
It’s a 'Mesmerizing' time for one Rotherham shop celebrating a special milestone birthday.
6 May 2015
Tighter taxi regulations in Rotherham
Residents in Rotherham are once again being asked for their views on tighter regulations being recommended for the borough's taxi trade.
1 May 2015
Rotherham butchers is on the move
Shopping in Rotherham next week? Then why not take a 'butchers' at the new premises of one of the town centre's oldest traders?
2 April 2015
Taxi licences revoked
The Council has revoked the licences of two taxi drivers after they were arrested on suspicion of historic sexual offences against underage girls.
2 April 2015
Sheffield and Rotherham dubbed the “Mayfair” of advanced manufacturing
Bruce Katz publishes findings following his visit to Sheffield and Rotherham.
26 March 2015
Bank of England Governor visits Rotherham
Bank of England Governor Mark Carney was in Rotherham on 12 March, visiting the Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre.
12 March 2015
Free parking in Forge Island extended
Free parking in one of Rotherham's car parks has been extended!
9 March 2015
Business Minister opens most advanced turbine blade casting facility in the world
Rolls-Royce has marked the official opening of its new £110m Advanced Blade Casting Facility (ABCF) with a ceremony conducted by Business Minister Matthew Hancock.
4 March 2015
Rotherham councillors to consider future support for Magna
Councillors in Rotherham will consider further financial support for Magna to safeguard local jobs – but only if an urgent independent review of the trust’s future business viability is carried out.
29 January 2015
Rotherham street market to expand
Rotherham's hugely popular Tuesday street market is set to expand later this year to meet trader demand.
29 January 2015
Sheffield and Rotherham reveal plan to create Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District
Sheffield and Rotherham have today unveiled an ambitious plan to create the first Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District in the UK.
16 January 2015
Leading Incentive, Motivation and Technology company drives forward in Rotherham
Europe’s leading Incentive and Motivation company is expanding their Rotherham-based location to help meet growing demand.
16 January 2015
Multi-national manufacturer chooses Rotherham
South Korean multinational KD Navien has its sights set on the European market and has chosen Rotherham for its UK HQ.
13 January 2015
Licensing scheme for private rented sector
Landlords who own property in certain parts of Rotherham are to be the subject of a new licensing scheme in an effort to drive up the standards of rented accommodation.
18 December 2014
Businesses pledge to stand together
Town centre businesses have become the latest organisations to commit to looking out for the signs of child sexual exploitation by signing up to the Rotherham Standing Together campaign.
18 December 2014
Small is beautiful in Rotherham
Good things come in small packages - and none more so than in Rotherham Town Centre last Saturday.
11 December 2014
Launch of Rotherham Standing Together Against Child Sexual Exploitation: A Community Pledge
Organisations across the borough are pledging to stand together to keep Rotherham’s children safe.
24 November 2014
Town centre welcomes free parking bays
The town centre has received an early Christmas present in the form of 220 new car parking spaces.
20 November 2014
Rotherham taxi consultation to begin
The public consultation on plans to tighten the standards of Rotherham's taxi industry has begun.
4 November 2014
Help for local start-up businesses
Start-up businesses in Rotherham can get a head start thanks to the Rotherham Investment and Development Office - RiDO.
23 October 2014
New taxi regulations for Rotherham
Rotherham's taxi companies could face more stringent standards in the future.
22 October 2014
Shop Local is on the buses!
Rotherham town centre's popular shopping reward scheme is set to hit the road, thanks to an innovative partnership with First South Yorkshire.
22 October 2014
Rotherham’s independent shop of the year named
After a month of frenzied voting, Rotherham’s favourite independent shop has been crowned.
15 August 2014
Tony gets his freedom
The Chairman of Rotherham's promotion-winning football team will gain the Freedom of the Borough this week.
13 August 2014
Rotherham celebrates innovative economic investment
The newly appointed Cabinet Member for Business Growth and Regeneration for Rotherham has been witnessing first-hand the important work the town is doing to promote business in the borough.
6 August 2014
Rotherham's Ministry of Food prepares to reopen
Building work is taking place at Rotherham's Ministry of Food in preparation for its re-opening in the autumn.
4 August 2014
Council Tax collection
Rotherham is once again one of the top-performing authorities for its Council Tax collection rate despite the huge changes imposed by the Government.
1 August 2014
Rotherham students at the ready!
A successful partnership between Parkgate Shopping, Rotherham Ready and Wingfield Academy is once again helping local young people to take their first steps onto the career ladder.
23 July 2014
Millers Tony gets his freedom
Tony Stewart, Chairman of Rotherham's promotion-winning football team, was given the green light to be made a Freeman of the Borough on Wednesday 2 July.
2 July 2014
Rotherham celebrates its independent shops
On Friday July 4, Rotherham is getting set to celebrate its many varied independent retailers.
1 July 2014
Rotherham blessed by international business convention
Rotherham is proudly placing yet another feather in its business cap after successfully hosting the Yorkshire International Business Convention.
22 May 2014
Rotherham resident wins big with Your Account
One local resident has won big, and simplified her life, thanks to a new online feature offered by the Council.
13 May 2014
Town centre celebrates another small business success
A business that began life as a “little acorn” market stall is now celebrating ten years of successful trading in Rotherham.
6 May 2014
Mary Portas "makers" a famous return to Rotherham
Rotherham has received the Portas seal of approval after the retail guru returned to witness the continuing transformation of the town centre.
16 April 2014
Mary Portas returns to Rotherham
Two high profile guests will review the transformation of Rotherham Town Centre in a planned visit next week.
11 April 2014
Local businesses show their hearts
Seven Rotherham businesses have been rewarded for their big hearts after being awarded certificates for their fundraising and lifesaving efforts.
10 April 2014
Save Time, Do it Online - the Council launches Your Account with a chance to win an iPad
The Council has taken a significant leap forward in the way key services are delivered by introducing an exciting new online service.
12 March 2014
R-evolution marks next stage of AMP development
The next phase of development at the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP) has been confirmed with the purchase of the first part of the "R-evolution At The AMP" scheme by the Council.
11 March 2014
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4 March 2014
Tribute to Arthur Wharton launched
A tribute project to to the world's first black professional footballer has been launched in Rotherham.
24 February 2014
Chamber pledges to help Armed Forces
The Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber of Commerce is to become the first business to sign up to Rotherham's Armed Forces Corporate Covenant.
10 February 2014
