Health Nominate your Dementia Hero Individuals and organisations who have gone the extra mile to support people affected by dementia over the past year will be recognised at a prestigious national awards ceremony. Nominations are now open for Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Hero Awards 2021 which will be hosted by Alzheimer’s Society supporter By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Historic Leah’s Yard set for revival as creative hub for independent businesses Leah’s Yard, a former 19th Century mesters works and one of Sheffield’s most important heritage buildings, is set for an exciting new future that will both honour and celebrate its rich industrial heritage as part of the Heart of the City regeneration programme. Following an extensive bidding process, By The Editor • 3 min read
Business AYRE enables Radar Communications to deliver virtual awards Leeds based events specialist AYRE Event Solutions has supported full-service marketing agency, Radar Communications to take two of its flagship awards ceremonies virtual following ongoing government restrictions. With ongoing uncertainty around government restrictions, Radar Communications identified AYRE as a leader in delivering both virtual and hybrid events, appointing the firm By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Lupton Fawcett expands intellectual property and commercial team Yorkshire law firm Lupton Fawcett is expanding its intellectual property and commercial team with the appointment of Lauren Waterman. After graduating from the University of York, Lauren qualified as a solicitor in September 2020. She is experienced in all aspects of intellectual property, including trade mark, copyright and design rights, By The Editor • 1 min read
Arts&Culture West Yorkshire’s first Ninja Warrior UK signs lease at The Broadway, Bradford The Broadway, Bradford has announced Ninja Warrior UK, a family leisure venue inspired by the hit ITV show, has signed a lease for a two-storey unit in the Centre in a move to bring the unique offering to West Yorkshire. Located in the Petergate Mall, Ninja Warrior UK is set By The Editor • 2 min read
Business India is a key partner for the Northern Powerhouse Taking place 1-5 March, the Northern Asian Power Mission: India, will bring together the UK and India business community, alongside industry experts and trade partners, to explore opportunities for bilateral trade and collaboration. International collaborations will play a crucial role in the Government’s ‘levelling up agenda’, and we recognise By The Editor • 4 min read
Business More businesses will close if financial support is not continued Following Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s announcement, outlining the plans for England’s roadmap out of lockdown, Welcome to Yorkshire chief executive James Mason said “There is much to consider especially after a particularly turbulent year for tourism.” He has also warned that, “Many businesses, particularly in hospitality may not By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture Leeds Playhouse to offer free theatre space for locally rooted artists Leeds Playhouse has announced the use of free theatre space and guaranteed technical support for local artists in the heart of the Leeds City Region. The Playhouse will offer new theatre space, the Bramall Rock Void, as exclusive use for artists and companies to help in the recovery of the By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture Call for bursaries of £1,000 and £5,000 for artists in the Leeds City Region through PANIC PANIC! Promoting an Artist Network in the Crisis, invites artists in Leeds City Region to submit applications for £5,000 and £1,000 bursaries to support the making of new contemporary visual artwork in any artform. The bursaries will offer space to create a voice and help us think through By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Brand8 PR hired by £150m global pest control and hygiene technology leader Knaresborough-headquartered global pest control and hygiene technology leader Pelsis Group has appointed Brand8 PR to support the delivery of its growth strategy. The Leeds-based agency is providing the £150m turnover company with corporate communications consultancy for a diverse range of requirements including market research, product launches and international acquisitions. Pelsis By The Editor • 1 min read
Business How to save money on your heating bill and get help with energy debts With energy bills set to rise by up to £96 in 2021 for 15-million families due to Ofgem’s price cap increase, Yorkshire based boiler installation company, Boiler Central has compiled a list of government grants, benefits and expert tips to help you cut costs on your heating bill without By The Editor • 3 min read
Food&Drink Renowned York Deli backs ambitious local start-up The Good Food Shop, the Bishopthorpe Road institution of 30 years, is among the first businesses in the country to stock Vegan Fried Chick*n made by VFC - a bold, York-based start-up brand that is already in talks with three of the four largest supermarkets in the country. VFC By The Editor • 2 min read
