Food&Drink Revolution reinvented: Legendary Electric Press party bar set for £300k makeover * A £300,000 investment sees a complete overhaul of the popular Leeds venue with a vodka land theme * The revamp includes new dining spaces, DJ booth, new open plan dancefloor, heated outdoor courtyard, eye-popping décor and state-of-the-art lighting * 2022 will also see the bar revolutionise its cocktail menu, delivering an By The Editor • 4 min read
Businesswoman Yorkshire’s got talent Yorkshire trailblazers from all sectors have been shortlisted for the Northern Power Women Awards 2022 sponsored by EY. With a near two-year gap between the last round of nominations, the North certainly hasn’t disappointed with its triumphant celebration of Northern talent as this year's awards saw 1400 By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Businesses approach the new year with caution as Omicron curtails optimism Business optimism and output growth across the UK fell in December, reflecting a cooling in economic activity as firms grapple with the effects of the Omicron COVID-19 variant, according to the latest Business Trends report from accountancy and business advisory firm BDO LLP. The BDO Optimism Index slipped by 0. By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Renovotec acquires Jade Solutions Leading supply chain hardware, software and services company Renovotec has acquired 100% of Jade Solutions Ltd. Jade has 30 years’ expertise in developing IT solutions. Its specialisms include the development of contactless retail environments; Jade customers in this high-growth market include Pret a Manger, Marks & Spencer, Nando’s and By The Editor • 1 min read
Food&Drink Bundobust does meat! Bundobust meats 2022 with a huge collaboration and campaign as Bundo Does Meat is all set to cause a stir this January, get ready to say hello to their new Bundo Does Meat Combo and more. The Gujarati street food icon, has announced an exciting partnership with plant-based meat producer, By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Sustainability certification and a key appointment boosts Bailie Group's net zero pledge Leeds-headquartered Bailie Group, a family-owned communication specialist and United Nations’ named climate leader, has bolstered its bold net zero ambitions with a duo of announcements — the appointment of sustainability lead Katie McShera, and the accomplishment of the internationally renowned Planet Mark sustainability accreditation. Acknowledging continuous progress, encouraging action, and building By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Leeds City Council offers assistance for pandemic hit businesses Businesses in Leeds are being encouraged to apply for fresh funding support to help them deal with the continuing financial challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Leeds City Council has already distributed more than £290m worth of assistance to the business and charity sector since the start of the pandemic. By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Azets advises on the MBO of Expect Distribution Ltd Azets, the regional accountancy firm and business advisor to SMEs, has advised on the MBO of Expect Distribution Ltd, supported by Shawbrook Bank who provided an undisclosed funding package. Expect Distribution is amongst the UK’s most successful contract logistics operators within the haulage and warehouse industries. The business was By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Investor in People award for Joe Browns Joe Browns, the Leeds-based fashion and homes retailer, has announced that it had been awarded The Investors in People Standard. The accreditation follows the recent announcement by Joe Browns of a new strategy to deliver annual sales of £100m by 2026, representing a 138% increase on current turnover. And with By The Editor • 2 min read
Business New Year Honours for Leeds Beckett University community Leeds Beckett University is congratulating six alumni and a current member of staff who have been recognised in the New Year Honours. The achievements of the recipients span the fields of sport, finance, community, higher education and inclusion. Ed Anderson, who graduated in 1972 after studying BSc Economics, has been By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Sheffield Hallam secures 'substantial' investment for latest health business accelerator The application window for Sheffield Hallam University’s latest Wellbeing Accelerator has opened for start-up businesses seeking fully-funded R&D support to bring new health products and services to market. Participants receive up to £20,000 of support to accelerate product development and market access activities. The Wellbeing Accelerator, By The Editor • 3 min read
Charity Calderdale children have so much fun in school holidays Calderdale Council and the Community Foundation for Calderdale have supported organisations to run Healthy Holiday schemes during the school holidays that provide lots of different activities for children to try and also offer healthy meals and snacks too. During the December school holidays, children in Calderdale have been having so By The Editor • 1 min read
