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TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL
InsurTech initiative brings US market experts to Manchester to help North...
A US-UK initiative helping technology businesses break into the American market is bringing a team of US insurance and financial services experts to Manchester...
Quickline internship programme helps young people build skills for future careers
Rural broadband provider Quickline is continuing its commitment to improving employability by giving young people the opportunity to gain real-world experience through its internship programme.
MARKETING & PR
Consultiv Utilities announce new partnership with Lincolnshire Chambers of Commerce to...
Businesses across Lincolnshire are set to benefit from enhanced commercial support following a new partnership between leading energy procurement and utilities specialist, Consultiv Utilities,...
Ripple to build on 40 years of success with Hendrix Rose...
Retail design agency Ripple Group has appointed Manchester-based Hendrix Rose PR to help raise its national profile as the business looks to build on...
MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRY
Spencer Group apprenticeships open doors into engineering for young women
Spencer Group has demonstrated its commitment to bringing more women into the engineering industry as it welcomed nine new apprentices to its growing team....
NESF and RTC North join forces to extend STEM opportunities across...
The North East STEM Foundation (NESF) and RTC North have formed a new strategic collaboration aimed at extending STEM opportunities to more young people...
STARTUPS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
New HR consultancy built for a year of unprecedented employment law...
In a year defined by sweeping employment law reforms and rising pressure on organisations to stay compliant, Evida, a new HR consultancy with a...
Clive Owen welcomes latest graduate and trainee intake as it continues...
Clive Owen, one of the North’s leading independent accountancy, business and tax advisory firms, has welcomed a new cohort of graduates as part of...
PROPERTY & CONSTRUCTION
Retired house buyers give Northallerton seal of approval
Miller Homes has seen over 50% of homes at its Allerton Gate development in Northallerton reserved by retirees with location, amenities and the development...
Ashberry helps create new outdoor space in Deeside
A £300 donation from housebuilder Ashberry Homes has helped community fitness and wellbeing organisation Number One Deeside create a new outdoor exercise space. Located...
FINANCE & INVESTMENTS
Saffery welcomes 13 new trainees in Leeds
Top 15 accountancy and business advisory firm, Saffery, has strengthened its Leeds team with 13 new trainees, highlighting the firm’s ongoing commitment to supporting...
University of Salford Seeks Community Input on New Business School Plans
The University of Salford is set to launch a community consultation regarding its plans for a new Business School building, marking what is anticipated...
BUSINESS EVENTS
Free event on protecting and preserving intergenerational wealth
A Yorkshire law firm is bringing together legal and financial specialists for an event in Leeds next month that will examine the practical challenges involved in protecting and preserving family wealth across generations.
Liverpool City Region Businesses to Come Together for Major Regional Showcase
Businesses, entrepreneurs and organisations from across the Liverpool City Region will come together this September for a regional showcase celebrating business growth, collaboration and...
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Belmayne Shortlisted for Business of the Year Award
Dronfield-based financial planners, Belmayne, have made it to the final round of the East Midlands Business of the Year Awards, demonstrating their commitment to staff development.
Record-breaking response as finalists revealed for 2026 REYTAs
The finalists have been revealed for the 2026 Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards (REYTAs) following a record-breaking response from businesses across the region.
LEISURE TIME
Manchester doctors to race across Europe after remarkable cancer and injury...
Two Manchester doctors and lifelong friends will race from Amsterdam to Prague in just four days to raise vital funds for Manchester-based charity Prevent...
Work underway on Northern School of Contemporary Dance theatre’s modernisation programme
Work is underway on a major stage lighting and electrical infrastructure upgrade at Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD) in Leeds, which will significantly...
FOOD & DRINK
Yorkshire at the heart of new British Regenerative Farming Week
Vale of York regenerative farmer Angus Gowthorpe and Brighouse-based food ingredients business Eurostar Commodities are among the driving forces behind the first British Regenerative Farming Week, which will take place from 12 to 19 September 2026.
Humber Freeport supports major investment programme by plant-based oils specialist AAK
Funding from Humber Freeport has supported plant-based oils producer AAK with a major investment programme at its site in Hull.
RETAIL
JCT600 expands Leeds used vehicle offering with launch of aftercare service
Independent automotive retailer JCT600 is expanding its Approved used vehicle offering in Leeds with the launch of a new aftercare service at its South...
North West-based Ripple launches new British modular retail display system with...
North West-based retail design agency Ripple has launched a new British-designed modular retail display system, with Barbour becoming the first brand to use it....
THIRD SECTOR, HEALTH & EDUCATION
Compassionate Care Group appoint Director of Complex Services
Clare Murray, from Liverpool, has been appointed Director of Complex Services by Compassionate Care Group.
In her new role, Clare is committed to the delivery...
GMI supports £3m transformation of specialist Rotherham school
GMI Construction Group is helping deliver a £3m transformation of a specialist Rotherham school, including the creation of a dedicated Rebound Therapy Centre.
The Leeds-based...
BUSINESS SERVICES
New Manchester Coworking Space Launches with Memberships from £10 a Day
Workspace provider Orbit Spaces has expanded its District site at 55 King Street into a full flexible workspace. District now offers a new flexible coworking space with day passes from £10 and monthly coworking memberships at £50.
University of Salford’s Partnerships Achieve ‘Very Good’ Rating from Innovate UK
Five Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) involving the University of Salford have been awarded a ‘Very Good’ rating by Innovate UK. This recognition highlights the...
APPOINTMENTS & CONTRACTS
Anstey Horne expands fire engineering team with Newcastle office launch
New regional base forms part of strategic investment in fire engineering, with senior appointments Luke Jagger and Matthew Lawson supporting the expansion.
Family run veterinary group set to open in Darlington creating six...
Independent veterinary group, Harrison Family Vets, will open a new practice in Darlington in October, creating six new jobs in a £400,000 investment.
MORE NEWS
186 Property Solutions records strongest start to financial year in a decade
186 Property Solutions has recorded its strongest start to a financial year in a decade after completing a busy programme of refurbishment and retrofit...
Silsden construction site manager wins prestigious award for Glusburn housing development
A Silsden based construction site manager has won a prestigious award from the National House Building Council (NHBC) in recognition of the quality and...
Newcastle to Host RLI Connect Global 2026, Attracting Global Retail Leaders
Newcastle is set to welcome senior investors, developers, retailers, and operators from around the globe this September for RLI Connect Global 2026. The event...
Children’s Charity In The Spotlight As Beal Unveils Latest Luxury Show Homes
East Yorkshire-based housebuilder Beal Homes has unveiled its latest luxury show homes at its the Greenways development in Goole while raising awareness of the vital work of children’s charity, OSCAR’s.
Hawthorn Capital accelerates growth with acquisition of Xenia Property Group
Private investment firm Hawthorn Capital has acquired Xenia Property Group as it accelerates the expansion of its UK real estate services platform.
Xenia specialises in block management, residential and student lettings.
Fletcher Bond expands with move to larger Manchester HQ
Property consultancy Fletcher Bond has moved into a larger Manchester headquarters to underpin its plans to triple in size over the next three years.
The firm, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, had outgrown its previous space.
Yorkshire’s housing market sees an unexpected summer bounce
Yorkshire’s property market has enjoyed a busy summer, with data from the county’s largest independent estate agent, Dacre, Son & Hartley, revealing it agreed...
US-based Insurtech Corridor initiative partners with Nexus and University of Leeds to support scaling...
A US and UK tech initiative designed to accelerate access for UK firms to the US has partnered with Nexus and the University of...
Historic Morley fire-damaged church to go under the hammer with £47,500 guide price
A Grade II-listed Victorian church in Morley which has stood empty since it was badly damaged by fire more than 15 years ago is...
Ørsted joins Humber Energy Board to support drive for game-changing investment
Global offshore wind developer Ørsted has joined a powerful consortium of industry-leading energy businesses by signing up to the Humber Energy Board (HEB).
