Business JCT600 adds MG Motor UK to its stable of car marques JCT600 is now representing iconic British motoring brand MG Motor UK on Sticker Lane, Bradford. Whilst current lockdown restrictions are in place, the full range of vehicles are still available to view, reserve and buy online with customers able to benefit from JCT600’s ‘click and collect’ or trusted home By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Have your say on plans for £7.06m of new cycling routes across Leeds People are being asked for their views on plans for £7.06 million of new cycling routes across Leeds, as part of Leeds City Council’s plans aimed to encourage more people to travel by bike, in partnership with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The new plans add 7kms of By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Key appointments at PFF Group Yorkshire headquartered manufacturer PFF Group has made four key appointments at its Washington site following a contract win to produce PPE for the NHS. The contract from the Department of Health and Social Care will see PFF manufacture 360 million disposable polythene aprons. The company has invested £2m in new By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Hark Systems introduce five new employees Hark Systems have started the firster quarter of 2021 by welcoming five new employees into the fold, taking the total headcount to 22. Hark’s five new starters bring with them a wide array of finely-honed skills and talents, as well as plenty of rich experience, energy and some great By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Global shipping industry supplier is onboard with Leeds based Cognito Learning A US based, Nasdaq listed world leading mobile technology innovator that provides mobile connectivity solutions in remote and inaccessible parts of the world, is the latest company using Leeds based Cognito Learning’s unique digital learning app to enable its team to retain knowledge and training. KVH Industries’ technology delivers By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Tech start up relaunches its app to support sole traders & businesses Yorkshire-based tech start up, socialsendr, has relaunched with a new brand and enhanced features to support sole traders and entrepreneurs in giving their business a social media heartbeat. Where many businesses were forced to close their doors due to the pandemic, socialsendr took the bold move to close down its By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Refurbishment work completes at law firm's Ilkley office Work is complete on a major refurbishment programme and IT installation at LCF Law’s Ilkley office, which is the latest investment the company has made across its four Yorkshire offices. The prominent four-storey building on Wells Walk, in Ilkley town centre, is home to 12 lawyers and support staff By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Fantastic bolster team to meet digital demand Leeds based integrated marketing agency, Fantastic Media, have announced the appointment of three new staff members, across the client services, digital and graphic design departments. The agency is delighted to welcome Gaby Kirwin as marketing account executive, Jack Norman as digital marketing manager and Alfie Johnston as creative designer. The By The Editor • 2 min read
Businesswoman New head of learning and development joins Leeds Building Society Leeds Building Society has appointed a new head of learning and development to support colleague growth. Kate Fisher takes up the position after more than 20 years’ experience in human resources, talent and training operations roles. Kate most recently held the role of senior director of talent and capability at By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Construction firm director completes industry qualification The founder of Yorkshire Brickwork Contractors (YBC), Michael Wynn, has completed a Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management while growing the fledgling construction firm and tripling turnover. An experienced builder who began his career as an apprentice, Michael, eager to get into the workplace and earn money, left By The Editor • 1 min read
Business 2021 Leeds Apprenticeship Festival Over 75 employers will be out in force at next month’s Leeds Apprenticeship Festival, which for the first time will be held virtually due to the continued challenges of coronavirus. Held during National Apprenticeship Week over five days from 8-12 February, a range of diverse and exciting apprenticeship employers By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Trio of solicitors appointed at Sheffield’s SSB Law Leading dispute resolution law firm SSB Law is continuing its recruitment drive with the appointment of three solicitors. The Sheffield-based firm, part of SSB Group, has hired Lucy Flynn, David Toyn and Tariq Khan to further expand its expertise in specialist litigation areas. The latest round of appointments at SSB By The Editor • 1 min read
