POPULAR NEWS THIS WEEK
TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL
Vapour launches new AMaaS solution
Disruptive cloud technology specialist Vapour has launched a new Application Monitoring as a Service (AMaaS) solution.
A proactive surveillance tool for an organisation’s entire IT...
Hull-based Latus Health to grow workforce fivefold by 2024
A Hull-based healthcare business has said that the release of its new Connected Healthcare Platform in January will create over 100 new local jobs in 2022, with expectations for its workforce to increase to over 400 by 2024.
MARKETING & PR
Campaign launched by Manchester laser hair removal entrepreneur raises £1,745 and...
A campaign launched by a Manchester laser hair removal entrepreneur in a bid to spread awareness of endometriosis and PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) has raised £1,745 for charity.
Former Oracle customer success leader joins Force24 as marketing automation platform’s...
Hyper-growth marketing automation platform Force24 is on-course to be a 100-strong organisation by January 2022 – having welcomed experienced Victoria Hamblin to the team.
Focused...
MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRY
Significant contract award highlights supply chain opportunities showcased at Offshore Wind...
Opportunities for the UK supply chain to support the energy transition through the offshore wind sector were highlighted at a major national conference held...
Mechan’s latest custom project heads to capital
Sheffield-based Mechan is extending its longstanding relationship with London Underground, by supplying a bespoke bogie press to its Stratford Market depot.
STARTUPS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Leeds Wellbeing Charity Finally Receives Queen’s Sustainability Award
Leeds' Phoenix Health and Wellbeing finally receives its Queen's Award for Sustainability from the Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire
Record year boosts B-Compliant progress
Financial compliance experts, B-Compliant, are celebrating a year of exponential growth, as increasing numbers of advisory firms recognise the benefits of their bespoke services.
PROPERTY & CONSTRUCTION
Affiliated Utilities powers up for major growth at new HQ
An energy management services group has powered up for major growth after moving to bigger headquarters to accommodate its expanding team.
Affiliated Utilities has seen demand for its service soar.
Beavers help Cheadle Manor light up for Christmas
While keeping a little distance remains important for some, young and old are proving that it is still possible to come together for seasonal...
FINANCE & INVESTMENTS
Begbies Traynor Group’s advisory team strengthened with appointment of Humber-based bank...
Danny Scarr, an experienced banking professional, has been appointed as a director in Begbies Traynor Group’s advisory practice as it builds its offering across...
Stockport Credit Union Records Busiest Month Ever Resulting in Local Investment
Stockport Credit Union (SCU) has recorded the busiest month its ever had, helping more people than ever before on the run up to Christmas.
BUSINESS EVENTS
Williams MINI Creates Exciting Fusion with Lu Ban’s Chef Dave
Two of Liverpool’s high-profile businesses bring together iconic design and inventive cuisine in unique partnership
Altrincham-based R&D specialists is calling all local business to understand tax...
Local business Research and Development Specialists Ltd (RDS) is calling all Altrincham limited businesses to attend its informative evening in which it will help de-jargon the complexities of the HMRC’s R&D tax incentive.
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
MC Construction celebrates double triumph at industry awards
Salford-based MC Construction is celebrating a double triumph at an industry awards ceremony.
The family-owned business, won the SME of the Year and the People Development accolades at the 15th annual North West Regional Construction Awards.
Willerby sets ‘gold standard’ to take Manufacturer of the Year crown
Holiday homes market leader Willerby has been named Manufacturer of the Year in a prestigious awards ceremony.
Andrew Taylor of Specialist Glass Products crowned Exemplar in The Manufacturer...
Managing director of Huddersfield-based structural glass manufacturer, Specialist Glass Products, Andrew Taylor, has not only been acknowledged in The Manufacturer Top 100 2021 but...
LEISURE TIME
Ramsbottom retirement community welcomes author of ‘Air Born’
Homeowners at a retirement community in Ramsbottom welcomed a local author last week, to share the fascinating true story of two Second World War...
Winter Means Dangerous Driving For A Third of Motorists Says MotorConnect...
Millions of motorists in the UK believe that they are more at risk of minor accidents and collisions in the winter months because, to their own admission, their driving gets worse in dark and wintery conditions – according to a survey by MotorConnect
FOOD & DRINK
Wrights’ move to support food redistribution initiative
A local manufacturer is donating a selection of its premium foods to North West charities through its partnership with FareShare Greater Manchester.
Wrights Food Group,...
New Northern Quarter Inspired Spirits Brand Launches Across Greater Manchester
N/Q LONDON DRY GIN, the first spirit product from the newly formed Northern Quarter Liquor Company, launches across Manchester this week. The gin, comprised...
RETAIL
Yorkshire insolvency expert highlights the risks of giving gift cards at...
As the festive season gets into full swing, Yorkshire shoppers planning to give gift cards to family and friends for Christmas need to make sure they understand the potential risks involved in buying them warns Yorkshire chair of R3.
Local Business Super Charges Greater Manchester Charity Toy Appeal
The online battery retailer has joined forces with Hits Radio’s annual Mission Christmas campaign, run by Cash for Kids, to help ensure that thousands of disadvantaged children in Greater Manchester have a Christmas to remember.
THIRD SECTOR & EDUCATION
Growing College Moves Into Restored Flemingate House
Flemingate House in Beverley, which is almost 200 years old, has undergone major refurbishment and restoration work to enable Linkage College to expand its operations in the East Yorkshire town.
Northern Grant Applications Open for ‘Weston Charity Awards 2022’
Applications for the Weston Charity Awards 2022 are officially open thanks to a partnership between The Garfield Weston Foundation and charity partner, Pilotlight. The awards offer a package of leadership support and mentoring worth over £22,000.
BUSINESS SERVICES
Heathline Commercials’ decision to work through lockdowns is paying dividends
A decision to forge ahead and open a £500,000 workshop at the start of the pandemic has paid dividends for Heathline Commercials, which has...
Stockton contact centre offers ‘Lemon aid’ on Small Business Saturday
Lemon Business Solutions is coming to the aid of local small businesses, by announcing tailored short-term Christmas service packages.
The first Saturday in December marks...
APPOINTMENTS & CONTRACTS
RECOM Solutions appointed to complete apartments scheme near Manchester’s O2 Apollo
A stalled multi-million pound development of 45 apartments has been revived after RECOM Solutions was appointed as the main contractor to complete the project.
Ward Hadaway appoints new partners to drive growth in its Leeds...
A Top UK 100 law firm has strengthened its offering to businesses with two key senior appointments.
Kathryn Walters joins Ward Hadaway as a partner...
MORE NEWS
Resify completes work on first phase of Manchester’s Skyline 2 refurb
Work has completed on the first phase of refurbishment at one of Manchester’s most iconic residential schemes.
MC Construction toasts bumper performance in milestone year
MC Construction is toasting a strong performance in its latest financial year, with revenues beating expectations to reach £15m as the family-owned company celebrates its golden jubilee.
Barratt Homes launches interior design competition with New Waltham Academy
Local housebuilder Barratt Homes Yorkshire East has teamed up with the pupils at New Waltham Academy with an interior design competition to inspire the...
Ridley and Hall makes another appointment as commercial property team more than doubles in...
Fast-growing Huddersfield-based law firm, Ridley and Hall, is continuing to expand its commercial property team with the appointment of Ava Krajniewski as a solicitor.
After...
Kinaxia Logistics appoints leading industry figure to its board
Kinaxia Logistics has appointed leading industry figure Neil Ashworth to its board to support the development and roll-out of its digitalisation strategy.
Onyx Health Announces Two Top Appointments
Healthcare marketing communication specialists Onyx Health have made two new senior appointments, following a year of record income growth and international client expansion.
The Newcastle...
Wharton Construction supports calls for legislation to drive greater sustainability within the industry
Wharton Construction is supporting calls for the introduction of regulations that will drive greater sustainability within the sector.
The UK’s Green Building Council warned this...
UK energy industry grapples with ageing workforce and the shift to renewables
An ageing workforce represents the greatest challenge to the energy industry in the UK according to new research from leading global energy recruitment specialists Oil and Gas Jobsearch and Brunel.
Zonegreen adds freight to rail safety credentials
Rail safety specialist, Zonegreen, has completed its first installation for the rail freight sector, equipping a new multi-million-pound logistics park in Northamptonshire.
Liverpool lady appointed by Alcedo Care Group
As the company continues to grow at pace and with 12 offices across the North West, Alcedo Care Group has appointed a Social Media...
