POPULAR NEWS THIS WEEK
TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL
Eight Out Of 10 Bosses Face Backlash For Not Preparing Staff...
Over three quarters of UK workers are still in the dark about future place of work options, facing stress and anxiety, according to research from VenueScanner.
Co-op Live appoints Manchester-based creative agencies
Co-op Live, the new 23,500 capacity entertainment venue in Manchester, has appointed Dept and creative agency Music to deliver its website and a short film that brings the venue to life.
MARKETING & PR
Yorkshire PR agency champions new client
Leeds-based MacComms has been appointed by workplace wellbeing company Champion Health to manage the fast-growing firm’s public relations.
Preston Firm Celebrates 30 Years in Business With Bold Rebranding
They’ve got it covered: Lustalux has provided specialist graphics for everything from NHS facilities to international convention centres all over the Country. They have...
MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRY
The Derwent Group Submits Industrial Scheme Plans for Hull’s Anlaby
The Derwent Group has submitted fresh plans to bring forward a long-consented industrial scheme on strategic development land adjacent to Anlaby Retail Park in Hull.
Willerby opens up bright future for jobless young people
Leading holiday homes manufacturer Willerby is offering unemployed young people who have faced challenges in their lives sought-after career and training opportunities.
STARTUPS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Leeds Pizza Express relaunches as boutique coworking hub
A former Pizza Express has been relaunched as a boutique coworking hub by Spacemade with "Zoom rooms", work pods and artisan coffee.
Onyx Health Launch Creative Studio After Record Year
Healthcare marketing communications specialists Onyx Health have set up a new creative studio following a year of record income growth and international client expansion.
The...
PROPERTY & CONSTRUCTION
Council leader joins North East residential developer at new properties in...
Hellens Residential welcomed Heather Scott OBE, leader of Darlington Borough Council, as it took ownership of 10 new properties in Central Park.
The properties, which...
Northwich public toilets up for auction
A public toilet block in Weaverham, near Northwich, has been put up for sale by auction with a guide price of £10,000. The council-owned...
FINANCE & INVESTMENTS
Healthy Investment boosts customer service and back-office teams
Bury-headquartered friendly society makes three new hires.
All-inclusive monthly vehicle leasing launches
SOGO Flexi has launched offering a range of vehicles from EVs to luxury saloons and LCVs with no upfront payments, servicing, breakdown cover and ultra-flexible insurance.
BUSINESS EVENTS
All systems go! Over 35 projects going live to promote,...
Yorkshire Coast BID has pledged its support towards more than 35 projects taking place across the Yorkshire Coast this year to assist the local the economy bounce back following a challenging 18 months for businesses.
Huddersfield Business Week to return this Autumn
Huddersfield-based PR and Marketing agency, KC Communications, is set to bring back Huddersfield Business Week this October following its launch in 2019 to support the local business community after the challenges of the past 18 months.
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Vertu Masters Passion Award for Doncaster Accountant
Doreen Rooke, an assistant accountant at Vertu Honda Doncaster and Mansfield, has been recognised for her exceptional customer service and colleague support.
She received the...
Bellway’s Melling site manager wins national award
Andy Sharpe has received a prestigious National House Building Council (NHBC) Pride in the Job award. It is Andy’s first Pride in the Job...
Newcastle estate agent hits record £12m sales target
Walton Robinson, Newcastle-based sales and lettings agent, has quadrupled its sales compared to the same six-month period in 2019.
From January to July 2021, Walton...
LEISURE TIME
Chester Races hosts retro-themed Family Funday
Chester Racecourse is marking the return of its much-loved Family Funday by rewinding the clock to the 70s, 80s and 90s for a special...
Langley Castle Offers Kids ‘Hairy History’ Edu-staycations
Langley Castle Hotel, based near Haydon Bridge in Northumberland, has set the bar for the UK ‘edu-staycation’ - a new 2021 UK family experience helping kids make up for time lost in the classroom, by learning whilst on holiday.
FOOD & DRINK
Looking Pine! Seven Bro7hers head brewer launches signature Pineapple Pale Ale
Happy Freedom Day! SEVEN BRO7HERS BREWING CO is launching a summer series of limited-edition beers – kicking off with a Pineapple pale ale.
Introducing the...
Fast-growing Wolds-based potato specialists acquire leading potato seed supplier
Wolds Produce Ltd, based in Pocklington near York, has completed the acquisition of WM Quarrie (Potato Marketing) Ltd, for an undisclosed sum.
Established in 2004...
RETAIL
Derek proves a real diamond when it comes to customer service
Businessman Derek Lancaster’s dedication to customer service has been recognised with a diamond Trustist award.
A former chef in the RAF, he launched oven valeting...
National award for Guiseley apprentice
Stevie Dennis, accounts apprentice at Farnell Land Rover Guiseley, has been recognised for her commitment to learning and development with a national award.
She received...
THIRD SECTOR & EDUCATION
The Duchess of York Visits Huddersfield Community Organisation Conscious Youth
Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, visited Huddersfield-based community organisation Conscious Youth CIC, to attend a ‘Conscious Girls’ session on Wednesday 21st July held...
Newcastle Carers Unveil New Leader
Newcastle Carers has welcomed a new CEO into its fold ensuring that the charity, which supports carers of all ages, moves into a new...
MORE NEWS
The Bigger Boat win duo of contracts to bolster Calderdale tourism and feature on...
Tourist information service Visit Calderdale has appointed integrated agency The Bigger Boat to manage two website projects – one of which is aimed at...
Yorkshire-based supplier Pelican delivers first vehicles in its largest-ever UK order for all-electric buses
Long-established family business Pelican Engineering, based in West Yorkshire, has delivered the first vehicles in an order for 55 Yutong buses to McGill’s Group...
Bellway boosts school library with book donation
To celebrate the end of term and start of the summer holidays, Bellway made a donation of £250 to St Aidan’s Church of England...
Prestigious show homes open in Prestwich
With Prestwich remaining one of the North West’s top property hot spots, Bellway has unlocked the doors to its prestigious show homes at The...
Eddisons team in 5,000-mile challenge to raise £5,000 for Brain Tumour Charity
Eddisons’ 30-strong building and project consultancy team are taking part in an ambitious physical challenge to raise £5,000 for the Brain Tumour Charity by...
Ison Harrison Branches Out In Guiseley To Mark 10 Year Milestone
A leading Yorkshire law firm is celebrating 10 years in Wharfedale with the expansion of its Guiseley office.
Ison Harrison’s Guiseley office, which originally opened...
Beyond Housing named as one of the most inclusive organisations to work for
Beyond Housing has been named among the UK’s top most inclusive organisations to work for, according to a prestigious national listing.
One of the largest...
Beal begins work on select development in beautiful Beverley
Award-winning Beal Homes has begun groundworks for a hotly-anticipated development in the East Yorkshire town hailed as one of Britain’s best places to live.
Chris Macwilliam – Partner and Head of Employment at Clough and Willis – discusses...
Clough & Willis' Chris Macwilliam on why employment law planning is more important than ever.
National award for Harrogate car valeter
A valeter working at Vertu Volkswagen Harrogate has been recognised for his honesty after returning a very expensive camera found during the preparation of...
