Openreach plugs-in Leeds electric vehicle trial in a bid to drive down carbon footprint

Openreach has given the ‘green’ light to its first fully operational electric vans in a bid to reduce CO2 and eliminate exhaust pollution.

Management buy-out completes at Leeds branding agency

As part of a planned succession, the senior management team at Thompson Brand Partners has completed an MBO, acquiring the shares of founder Ian Thompson and Managing Director Nick Ramshaw.

Leeds-based logistics firm chooses Simon on the Streets as charity partner

Leeds-based logistics services provider Torque, has selected Yorkshire homelessness charity, Simon on the Streets as its charity partner of the year.

Quality leads to record year at Lancashire’s Garic

Construction plant and site welfare equipment manufacturer Garic explains that it's record year is largely due to focussing on quality.

Smith Brothers Contracting Ltd confirms framework agreement with Vattenfall Networks

Two energy industry powerhouses – Smith Brothers Contracting Ltd and Vattenfall Networks – have signed both an Independent Contract Provider (ICP) alliance and framework...

Work on £7m Newcastle library nears completion

As the scaffolding surrounding the new £7m library at the region’s top independent day school was removed, the striking design of the new state-of-the-art...

Champion passes £25m milestone in R&D claims

Champion Accountants has helped its SME clients secure £25million of tax relief through the government’s Research & Development (R&D) tax credit scheme. The accountancy group,...

Hi-tech Private Baby Scan Clinic Opens in Liverpool

Catch a Glimpse 4D is an exciting new family run business offering a unique, state-of-the-art 4D baby scan, a comprehensive diagnostic service and a more personalised approach for expectant mothers

Leeds architect takes on Mediterranean ultra-row to raise funds for HPV vaccinations

Leeds-based architect Patrick Barrett aims to raise £25,000 for HPV cancer vaccinations by rowing from Ibiza to Barcelona.

Nuby™ celebrates 10 years in the UK with its South Tyneside expansion

South Tyneside based Nuby™ is celebrating a decade in the UK with larger premises in South Tyneside to meet growing demand for its innovative baby products.