Design & Development Blog https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php Colin Harris Website Development is a web design & development agency, based in Amble, Northumberland near Newcastle. en-UK http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 Notice of Holiday/Christmas Hours 2012 https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/notice-of-holiday-christmas-hours-2012 Tue, 18 Dec 2012 11:12:12 +0000 Colin General News 389@https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/ <p>This is a quick blog to give you advanced notice that this year, our office will be shut between 22nd December and 2nd January 2013. We will be returning to work on Thursday, 3rd January 2013.</p> <p></p> <p></p><p>We will have access to email and a certain level of access to other files, but will not be able to make wholesale changes to any systems during the Christmas period</p> <p>If you need to arrange for any work or tasks to be completed before we go on leave, please send a message to <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>.</p> <p>As you can see, the team and I have already got started on next year's websites.</p> <p><img src="/blogs/media/blogs/all/colin_xmas_10.jpg" alt="Colin Xmas 2012" width="600" height="450" /></p> <p>Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,<br /> Colin Harris and the Team.</p><div class="item_footer"><p><small><a href="https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/notice-of-holiday-christmas-hours-2012">Original post</a> blogged on <a href="https://www.colinharris.net/">Colin Harris Website Development</a>.</small></p></div> This is a quick blog to give you advanced notice that this year, our office will be shut between 22nd December and 2nd January 2013. We will be returning to work on Thursday, 3rd January 2013.

We will have access to email and a certain level of access to other files, but will not be able to make wholesale changes to any systems during the Christmas period

If you need to arrange for any work or tasks to be completed before we go on leave, please send a message to [email protected].

As you can see, the team and I have already got started on next year's websites.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,
Colin Harris and the Team.

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5 new design & development projects launched https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/5-new-design-aamp-development-projects-launched Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:56:43 +0000 Colin General News 388@https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/ <p>It may be a week to go but it doesn't stop us from announcing the launch of our latest website projects, 5 in total.</p> <p></p> <p></p><p><a href="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_0036_bhphome.jpg"><img style="float: left;margin-right:5px;margin-bottom:5px;" title="BHP Home" src="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_0036_bhphome.jpg" alt="BHP Home" width="175" /></a> <a href="http://www.bhphome.co.uk/">BHP Home</a> are an Estate Agency based in North Shields. We upgraded the design of their site for coming new year, and helped make the most of their Vebra-integrated property portfolio with a new attractive design. We also centralised the search facility, allowing users to find both rental and sales properties from a single screen.</p> <p><a href="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_parker.jpg"><img style="float: left;margin-right:5px;margin-bottom:5px;" title="Parker Workwear" src="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_parker.jpg" alt="Parker Workwear" width="175" /></a> <a href="http://www.parker-workwear.com/">Parker Workwear</a> is a fully integrated website, selling Workwear online to trade and public. This website has many features including personalistion, stock control and integrated ordering. We are especially delighted about the way the bulk-discount module was crafted, allowing discounts for purchases over 10 units.</p> <p><a href="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_dpbuilders.jpg"><img style="float: left;margin-right:5px;margin-bottom:5px;" title="DP Builders" src="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_dpbuilders.jpg" alt="DP Builders" width="175" /></a> <a href="http://www.dpbuilders.co.uk/"> DP Builders</a> are a well-known name to the people of Amble, with their 40-strong operation providing building services across the North East. They required a website to showcase their extensive building portfolio and approached us. Over a long and interesting process we honed the site to showcase their many projects across 3 sectors.</p> <p><a href="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_cram.jpg"><img style="float: left;margin-right:5px;margin-bottom:5px;" title="Cramlington Town Council" src="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_cram.jpg" alt="Cramlington Town Council" width="175" /></a> <a href="http://www.cramlington-town-council.org/">Cramlington Town Council</a> have added their custom to our growning list of local authority and council clients by commissioning us to re-develop their website. Full support and training was given to the staff so they can easily giving the public access to their information by simple updates. </p> <p><a href="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_bankhouse.jpg"><img style="float: left;margin-right:5px;margin-bottom:5px;" title="Bankhouse Construction" src="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_bankhouse.jpg" alt="Bankhouse Construction" width="175" /></a> The <a href="http://www.bankhouseconstruction.co.uk/">Bankhouse Construction</a> website was designed for a local building and construction company who are making great moves in the Northumberland area, providing design, build and maintenance for their clients.</p> <p><br style="clear:both;" /></p> <p>We love creating interesting and clever websites for our clients, so why not <a href="/contact/">get in touch with us</a> and tell us about your next great idea. More of our work is visible via our <a href="/portfolio/">portfolio</a>.</p><div class="item_footer"><p><small><a href="https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/5-new-design-aamp-development-projects-launched">Original post</a> blogged on <a href="https://www.colinharris.net/">Colin Harris Website Development</a>.</small></p></div> It may be a week to go but it doesn't stop us from announcing the launch of our latest website projects, 5 in total.

BHP Home are an Estate Agency based in North Shields. We upgraded the design of their site for coming new year, and helped make the most of their Vebra-integrated property portfolio with a new attractive design. We also centralised the search facility, allowing users to find both rental and sales properties from a single screen.

Parker Workwear is a fully integrated website, selling Workwear online to trade and public. This website has many features including personalistion, stock control and integrated ordering. We are especially delighted about the way the bulk-discount module was crafted, allowing discounts for purchases over 10 units.

DP Builders are a well-known name to the people of Amble, with their 40-strong operation providing building services across the North East. They required a website to showcase their extensive building portfolio and approached us. Over a long and interesting process we honed the site to showcase their many projects across 3 sectors.

Cramlington Town Council have added their custom to our growning list of local authority and council clients by commissioning us to re-develop their website. Full support and training was given to the staff so they can easily giving the public access to their information by simple updates.

The Bankhouse Construction website was designed for a local building and construction company who are making great moves in the Northumberland area, providing design, build and maintenance for their clients.


We love creating interesting and clever websites for our clients, so why not get in touch with us and tell us about your next great idea. More of our work is visible via our portfolio.

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New Job Vacancy - PR/Marketing Specialist Manager https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/new-job-vacancy-pr-marketing-specialist-manager Fri, 16 Nov 2012 11:28:09 +0000 Colin General News 387@https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/ <p>Due to company expansion in 2013, we are recruiting for a PR and Marketing Specialist to work from our current offices in Amble, Northumberland.&#160; The candidate will work with the Founder and Sales Manager to plan, implement and promote the company&#8217;s marketing and PR plans.</p> <p></p> <p></p><p><strong>Update 21/11/2012</strong> - this role has now been filled.</p> <p>The typical roles the candidate will fulfil inside the company will be:</p> <ul> <li>Planning and implementing PR campaigns to promote the company</li> <li>Working with the Sales Manager to create campaigns for target markets </li> <li>Write copy for the company website, blog posts and social media content</li> <li>Foster relationships with local, regional and national media </li> <li>Arrange attendance at Networking, Trade Shows and other public events</li> </ul> <p>&#160;</p> <p><strong>Previous experience in a similar role is essential</strong> for any candidate applying for the position.&#160; A relevant qualification or degree education would be a bonus.</p> <p>Suitable candidates will have the following skills and personality:</p> <ul> <li>Highly motivated to succeed</li> <li>Self-driven and able to work to a given brief independently</li> <li>Be bright, creative, enthusiastic and cheerful</li> <li>Excellent communication skills both verbal and written</li> <li>Be resourceful and have a good awareness of the industry and landscape </li> </ul> <p>Also for the position, any of the following experience would be advantageous:</p> <ul> <li>Using Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) to promote business</li> <li>B2B Sales and/or Marketing</li> <li>Knowledge of the Internet, E-Commerce and Technology</li> <li>Email Marketing</li> </ul> <p>&#160;</p> <p>The initial salary offer is &#163;16K per annum plus bonuses, with 4 weeks paid holiday.&#160; The position offers an opportunity to grow with an expanding company with great prospects of promotion.&#160; Training and support will be given to the right candidate on areas of Social Media and/or Technology.&#160; The anticipated start date is January 2013.</p> <p>The position is based at our office in Amble, Northumberland.&#160; Amble is north of Newcastle-upon-Tyne on the North-East coast.</p> <p>Candidates should submit a CV with a covering letter outlining why they think they are suitable for the position with clear examples of past experience to <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>.&#160; Further details can be obtained by phoning 01665 714433 or visiting <a href="/">www.colinharris.net</a>.</p> <p>All applications should be from candidates directly &#8211; no submissions from recruitment or employment agencies will be accepted.</p><div class="item_footer"><p><small><a href="https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/new-job-vacancy-pr-marketing-specialist-manager">Original post</a> blogged on <a href="https://www.colinharris.net/">Colin Harris Website Development</a>.</small></p></div> Due to company expansion in 2013, we are recruiting for a PR and Marketing Specialist to work from our current offices in Amble, Northumberland.  The candidate will work with the Founder and Sales Manager to plan, implement and promote the company’s marketing and PR plans.

Update 21/11/2012 - this role has now been filled.

The typical roles the candidate will fulfil inside the company will be:

  • Planning and implementing PR campaigns to promote the company
  • Working with the Sales Manager to create campaigns for target markets
  • Write copy for the company website, blog posts and social media content
  • Foster relationships with local, regional and national media
  • Arrange attendance at Networking, Trade Shows and other public events

 

Previous experience in a similar role is essential for any candidate applying for the position.  A relevant qualification or degree education would be a bonus.

Suitable candidates will have the following skills and personality:

  • Highly motivated to succeed
  • Self-driven and able to work to a given brief independently
  • Be bright, creative, enthusiastic and cheerful
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Be resourceful and have a good awareness of the industry and landscape

Also for the position, any of the following experience would be advantageous:

  • Using Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) to promote business
  • B2B Sales and/or Marketing
  • Knowledge of the Internet, E-Commerce and Technology
  • Email Marketing

 

The initial salary offer is £16K per annum plus bonuses, with 4 weeks paid holiday.  The position offers an opportunity to grow with an expanding company with great prospects of promotion.  Training and support will be given to the right candidate on areas of Social Media and/or Technology.  The anticipated start date is January 2013.

The position is based at our office in Amble, Northumberland.  Amble is north of Newcastle-upon-Tyne on the North-East coast.

Candidates should submit a CV with a covering letter outlining why they think they are suitable for the position with clear examples of past experience to [email protected].  Further details can be obtained by phoning 01665 714433 or visiting www.colinharris.net.

All applications should be from candidates directly – no submissions from recruitment or employment agencies will be accepted.

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New Vacancy - PHP Website Developer https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/new-vacancy-php-website-developer Thu, 15 Nov 2012 10:56:47 +0000 Colin General News 373@https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/ <p><p>Due to company expansion and continuing success, we are recruiting for a website developer.&#160; The candidate will report to the senior developer and work on a variety of exciting projects for a range of clients both regional and national.</p></p> <p></p><p><strong>Update 30/11/12: This position has now been filled.</strong></p> <p>The position is suited to a candidate with up to 1 year&#8217;s experience of PHP development, ideally in a commercial environment.&#160; They will have a passion for the Internet and keeping up-to-speed with the latest technologies.</p> <p>The individual with work within the team to create sites using both the in-house CMS system and bespoke programming as required on a project-by-project basis.&#160; The sites will range from standard CMS-driven sites, to E-commerce, Portals and Bespoke Systems.</p> <p>Suitable candidates will require experience of the following:</p> <ul class="list_arrow"> <li>Website development using PHP, Mysql, HTML and CSS </li> <li>jQuery, AJAX and interest in APIs such as Google Maps and Facebook</li> <li>Experience of developing for and working with Content Management Systems (CMS)</li> <li>Ability to build secure, functional websites from specification </li> <li>Understanding of business requirements, deadlines and meeting expectations</li> </ul> <p>&#160;</p> <p>Also for the position, any of the following skills would be advantageous:</p> <ul class="list_arrow"> <li>Object-Orientated/MVC programming</li> <li>Linux Server Administration</li> <li>Website Integration using XML, RSS and SOAP</li> <li>E-commerce and Payment Gateways </li> <li>Open source &#8211; Wordpress, Magento, Drupal</li> <li>SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) </li> </ul> <p>&#160;</p> <p>The initial salary offer is &#163;16K to &#163;20K per annum dependent on experience with 4 weeks paid holiday.&#160; The position offers an opportunity to grow with an expanding company with great prospects of promotion.&#160; Training and support will be given to the right candidate.</p> <p>The position is based at our office in Amble, Northumberland.&#160; Amble is north of Newcastle-upon-Tyne on the North-East coast.</p> <p>Candidates should submit a CV with a covering letter outlining why they think they are suitable for the position and examples of work to <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>.&#160; Further details can be obtained by phoning 01665 714433 or visiting <a href="/">www.colinharris.net</a>.</p> <p><em><strong>All applications should be from candidates directly &#8211; no submissions from recruitment, advertiser or employment agencies will be accepted.</strong></em></p> <p>Full details are to be found at our link <a href="/about/job-vacancies.php">php developer job</a> listing.<em><strong><br /></strong></em></p><div class="item_footer"><p><small><a href="https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/new-vacancy-php-website-developer">Original post</a> blogged on <a href="https://www.colinharris.net/">Colin Harris Website Development</a>.</small></p></div>

Due to company expansion and continuing success, we are recruiting for a website developer.  The candidate will report to the senior developer and work on a variety of exciting projects for a range of clients both regional and national.

Update 30/11/12: This position has now been filled.

The position is suited to a candidate with up to 1 year’s experience of PHP development, ideally in a commercial environment.  They will have a passion for the Internet and keeping up-to-speed with the latest technologies.

The individual with work within the team to create sites using both the in-house CMS system and bespoke programming as required on a project-by-project basis.  The sites will range from standard CMS-driven sites, to E-commerce, Portals and Bespoke Systems.

Suitable candidates will require experience of the following:

  • Website development using PHP, Mysql, HTML and CSS
  • jQuery, AJAX and interest in APIs such as Google Maps and Facebook
  • Experience of developing for and working with Content Management Systems (CMS)
  • Ability to build secure, functional websites from specification
  • Understanding of business requirements, deadlines and meeting expectations

 

Also for the position, any of the following skills would be advantageous:

  • Object-Orientated/MVC programming
  • Linux Server Administration
  • Website Integration using XML, RSS and SOAP
  • E-commerce and Payment Gateways
  • Open source – Wordpress, Magento, Drupal
  • SEO (Search Engine Optimisation)

 

The initial salary offer is £16K to £20K per annum dependent on experience with 4 weeks paid holiday.  The position offers an opportunity to grow with an expanding company with great prospects of promotion.  Training and support will be given to the right candidate.

The position is based at our office in Amble, Northumberland.  Amble is north of Newcastle-upon-Tyne on the North-East coast.

Candidates should submit a CV with a covering letter outlining why they think they are suitable for the position and examples of work to [email protected].  Further details can be obtained by phoning 01665 714433 or visiting www.colinharris.net.

All applications should be from candidates directly – no submissions from recruitment, advertiser or employment agencies will be accepted.

Full details are to be found at our link php developer job listing.

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Latest Vacancy - Outbound Sales Manager https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/latest-vacancy-outbound-sales-manager Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:09:44 +0000 Colin General News 386@https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/ <p>As part of our ongoing success and expansion, we are currently looking for a talented, motivated Outbound Sales Manager: Part Time moving to Full Time for the successful candidate.&#160; More details at <a href="https://www.colinharris.net/about/job-vacancies.php">https://www.colinharris.net/about/job-vacancies.php</a></p> <p>Update 6/11/12 - this vacancy has now been filled.</p><div class="item_footer"><p><small><a href="https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/latest-vacancy-outbound-sales-manager">Original post</a> blogged on <a href="https://www.colinharris.net/">Colin Harris Website Development</a>.</small></p></div> As part of our ongoing success and expansion, we are currently looking for a talented, motivated Outbound Sales Manager: Part Time moving to Full Time for the successful candidate.  More details at https://www.colinharris.net/about/job-vacancies.php

Update 6/11/12 - this vacancy has now been filled.

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Grant Funding available for Website Projects https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/grant-funding-available-for-website-projects Mon, 15 Oct 2012 14:00:31 +0000 Colin General News 385@https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/ <p>Your next website project could be eligible for 40% grant funding. Click to find out more.</p> <p></p> <p></p><div class="image_block"><a href="/blogs/media/blogs/all/40percent grant website funding.jpg"><img src="/blogs/media/blogs/all/40percent grant website funding.jpg" alt="40% grant funding website" width="500" height="708" /></a></div> <p><br />Funding is available for website projects which match a very broad criteria. The application process is simple and requires about 30 minutes of discussion/form filling for assessment to take place.&#160; If your business has at least 51% of trade with other businesses, operates in the North East and has under 250 staff, then you are most likely eligible.</p> <p>Why not get in touch with us - <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> or 01665 714433 - to find out more with an informal chat.</p> <p>&#160;</p> <p>&#160;</p><div class="item_footer"><p><small><a href="https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/grant-funding-available-for-website-projects">Original post</a> blogged on <a href="https://www.colinharris.net/">Colin Harris Website Development</a>.</small></p></div> Your next website project could be eligible for 40% grant funding. Click to find out more.


Funding is available for website projects which match a very broad criteria. The application process is simple and requires about 30 minutes of discussion/form filling for assessment to take place.  If your business has at least 51% of trade with other businesses, operates in the North East and has under 250 staff, then you are most likely eligible.

Why not get in touch with us - [email protected] or 01665 714433 - to find out more with an informal chat.

 

 

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Autumn Website Launches - 4 new projects https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/autumn-winter-website-launches-4-new-projects Mon, 08 Oct 2012 11:36:39 +0000 Colin Projects 384@https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/ <p>Over the last two months we have been very busy and have 4 new websites which have been launched. We've worked hard with our clients to provide design and development to help them make the most of the web.</p> <p></p> <p></p><p><a href="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_hgh.jpg"><img style="float: left;margin-right:5px;margin-bottom:5px;" title="Amble Harbour Guest House" src="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_hgh.jpg" alt="Amble Harbour Guest House" width="175" /></a> <a href="http://www.ambleharbourguesthouse.co.uk">Amble Harbour Guest House</a> is a brochure website replacing an old yell.com site. The client was unhappy with the look of the previous site, combined with the high costs and lack of service from their old providers. We're delighted to provide a better looking and more cost-effective site.</p> <p><a href="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_headway.jpg"><img style="float: left;margin-right:5px;margin-bottom:5px;" title="Headway Central Northumberland" src="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_headway.jpg" alt="Headway Central Northumberland" width="175" /></a> <a href="http://headwaycn.org.uk/">Headway Central Northumberland</a> are a National charity who help people with head and brain injuries. Their new regional branch required a new static website to announce their formation and 'launch' their base on the web.</p> <p><br style="clear:both;" /></p> <p><a href="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_tmnp.jpg"><img style="float: left;margin-right:5px;margin-bottom:5px;" title="Morpeth Neighbourhood Plan" src="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_tmnp.jpg" alt="Morpeth Neighbourhood Plan" width="175" /></a> The <a href="http://www.themorpethneighbourhoodplan.org.uk/">Morpeth Neighbourhood Plan</a> is a new quick-turnaround website launched for Morpeth Town Council, as part of our ongoing relationship with them to provide websites and support to the council. The site has been designed by ourselves and developed with Wordpress.</p> <p><a href="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_ucglam.jpg"><img style="float: left;margin-right:5px;margin-bottom:5px;" title="Undercover Glamour" src="/images/portfolio/thumbs/_ucglam.jpg" alt="Undercover Glamour" width="175" /></a> Undercover Glamour is an <a href="http://www.undercover-glamour.com">E-Commerce Website</a> for which we were asked to provide extensive design, CMS and E-commerce programming. The site is a full-featured e-commerce website, which seamlessly integrates with Amazon and Ebay, allowing the client to pull off orders from a single system.</p> <p><br style="clear:both;" /></p> <p>We love creating interesting and clever websites for our clients, so why not <a href="/contact/">get in touch with us</a> and tell us about your next great idea.</p><div class="item_footer"><p><small><a href="https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/autumn-winter-website-launches-4-new-projects">Original post</a> blogged on <a href="https://www.colinharris.net/">Colin Harris Website Development</a>.</small></p></div> Over the last two months we have been very busy and have 4 new websites which have been launched. We've worked hard with our clients to provide design and development to help them make the most of the web.

Amble Harbour Guest House is a brochure website replacing an old yell.com site. The client was unhappy with the look of the previous site, combined with the high costs and lack of service from their old providers. We're delighted to provide a better looking and more cost-effective site.

Headway Central Northumberland are a National charity who help people with head and brain injuries. Their new regional branch required a new static website to announce their formation and 'launch' their base on the web.


The Morpeth Neighbourhood Plan is a new quick-turnaround website launched for Morpeth Town Council, as part of our ongoing relationship with them to provide websites and support to the council. The site has been designed by ourselves and developed with Wordpress.

Undercover Glamour is an E-Commerce Website for which we were asked to provide extensive design, CMS and E-commerce programming. The site is a full-featured e-commerce website, which seamlessly integrates with Amazon and Ebay, allowing the client to pull off orders from a single system.


We love creating interesting and clever websites for our clients, so why not get in touch with us and tell us about your next great idea.

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Local press coverage - Superfast Broadband https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/local-press-coverage-superfast-broadband Thu, 23 Aug 2012 13:20:06 +0000 Colin Technology 383@https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/ <p>Colin Harris, founder of Colin Harris Website Development, was featured in today's Northumberland Gazette regarding a campaign to increase the availability of Superfast Broadband in the area.</p> <p><a href="/blogs/media/blogs/all/colinharris-broadband-article.jpg"><img title="Colin Harris Broadband" src="/blogs/media/blogs/all/colinharris-broadband-article-sm.jpg" alt="Colin Harris Broadband" width="500" height="353" /></a></p> <p></p> <p></p><p>Colin was asked about the effect of slow broadband speeds to local businesses, and also how restricted broadband affects his owns business, which designs and develops websites and web-based services for regional companies.</p> <p>"How can I offer web-based services to businesses in the North Northumberland area if they can't access the web to use them?"</p> <p>Full article: <a href="http://www.northumberlandgazette.co.uk/news/local-news/get-behind-fast-broadband-bid-1-4857211">http://www.northumberlandgazette.co.uk/news/local-news/get-behind-fast-broadband-bid-1-4857211</a></p><div class="item_footer"><p><small><a href="https://www.colinharris.net/blogs/index.php/local-press-coverage-superfast-broadband">Original post</a> blogged on <a href="https://www.colinharris.net/">Colin Harris Website Development</a>.</small></p></div> Colin Harris, founder of Colin Harris Website Development, was featured in today's Northumberland Gazette regarding a campaign to increase the availability of Superfast Broadband in the area.

Colin was asked about the effect of slow broadband speeds to local businesses, and also how restricted broadband affects his owns business, which designs and develops websites and web-based services for regional companies.

"How can I offer web-based services to businesses in the North Northumberland area if they can't access the web to use them?"

Full article: http://www.northumberlandgazette.co.uk/news/local-news/get-behind-fast-broadband-bid-1-4857211

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