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News Release from: uSwitch | Subject: Directory database
Edited by the Insidemoneytalk Editorial
Team on 25 January 2008
UpMyStreet just got better
Further improvements have been made to UpMyStreet, the UK's leading home and local community website,
in a new partnership with Market Location which now provides the local business directory for the site This service, which was previously provided by Thomson Directories, enables consumers to enter their postcode and search for local companies and services with the 'FindMyNearest...' facility
This article was originally published on Insidemoneytalk on 23 Mar 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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This is a completely free service for all parties and results are genuinely listed in order of proximity from the user's location.
There is also a facility to rate and review any of the companies listed on the site.
Jane Rich, Editor of UpMyStreet comments: "The 'FindMyNearest...' facility is very popular with our users as it not only locates companies which could be practically on your doorstep, it also allows users to read unbiased feedback from people that have already used them.
This is invaluable for all services from the local electrician to the best local restaurants." Patrick Bradshaw, Director of Market Location comments: "UpMyStreet and Market Location share a passion for providing accurate and helpful directory information.
The huge use of the UpMyStreet site will provide yet more feedback to Market Location, helping us to maintain the exceptional quality of data we have achieved.
We are now the market-leading database in the wholesale arena, and are thrilled to be working with UpMyStreet in what we see as a mutually beneficial relationship." To find out more about your local area visit www.upmystreet.com.
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