Alistair Darling, The Chancellor of the Exchequer, is set to speak at the Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner on the 10th November at The Grosvenor House hotel in London

The National Business Awards is delighted to announce the launch of Orange Technology Week - dedicated to the achievements of the regional winners and national finalists in 2009

Between 5th and 23rd October you can cast your vote for who you believe should be recognised as The Orange Leader of the Year 2009.

The National Business Awards 2009 short listed finalists have been announced - representing a diverse mix of organisations from across UK that are achieving business excellence in their markets

The first ever National Business Awards webcast is now available to watch - chaired by The Telegraph’s Damian Reece the discussion focused on business confidence, the role of recognition through The Awards and tips on entering The Awards

The National Business Awards, sponsored by Orange, have launched five nominations only categories to further recognise the best of public and private sector businesses and high achievers in the UK.

With effect from 6 April 2010, there will be an additional higher rate of 50% for taxable income above £150,000. This higher rate will be coupled with the withdrawal of the personal allowance for individuals who have an adjusted net income in excess of £100,000.

To take part in 2009 select the categories you wish to enter and contact The Awards team by the 23 July - you’ll then receive your entry forms to submit by 04 August

The third and final Regional Awards Ceremony took place at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole with the nine category winners in Wales, Midlands & East Anglia revealed by ITV Central’s Sameena Ali-Khan

Following the announcement of the winners in the North of England & Northern Ireland region, the South of England winners were presented with their trophies at the Hilton Park Lane by ITV presenter Katie Derham

ITV presenter Lucy Meacock announced the winners of the North of England & Northern Ireland region of The National Business Awards Regional Programmes at the Hilton Manchester Deansgate on the 9th July