Business Leeds-based SaaS firm eviFile secures two new high-profile appointments Emergent tech company eviFile has recruited two leading construction industry specialists to help drive its growth in the UK building and infrastructure, rail, and project management sectors. Having recently been listed at number 38 in the Yorkshire & Humberside Tech 50 rundown, the company is reinventing field-data collection with its By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Keighley College launches Skills Support Hub to aid economic recovery Keighley College is becoming a central driver for economic recovery in the district, by partnering with local support services to help adults and young people back into work. The college has launched the Skills Support Hub, a community initiative to signpost those who have been made redundant, furloughed or unemployed By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Wellington Place supports next generation in Leeds Developer and Asset Manager, MEPC, is celebrating after the success of its latest school engagement scheme, helping to support the future generation of Leeds. Alongside social enterprise company, Ahead Partnership, MEPC launched its virtual work experience programme – ‘My Experience at Wellington Place’ – to help students from Cockburn John Charles Academy By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Wentworth Woodhouse launches talent search for four key roles The search is on for four highly-skilled career professionals to take Rotherham’s historic house Wentworth Woodhouse to the next level in its new life. Once one of England’s finest houses, the Grade I listed mansion set in 83 acres is now owned by a Preservation Trust. Its restoration By The Editor • 1 min read
Arts&Culture New connecting Leeds transport strategy Universal access to accessible, affordable and sustainable travel choices will be considered by senior councillors next week. Leeds City Council’s draft ‘Connecting Leeds Transport Strategy’ aims to tackle the climate emergency, deliver inclusive growth, and improve the health and well-being of Leeds residents. The six ‘big moves’ outlined in By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters R3 responds to ban on statutory demands and winding up petitions Eleanor Temple, chair of insolvency and restructuring trade body R3 in Yorkshire and a barrister at Kings Chambers in Leeds, responds to the Government's decision to extend its ban on the use of statutory demands and winding-up petitions: "This news will provide some welcome breathing space for By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Ascensor partners with Leeds Law Society to deliver new website Leeds Law Society has announced a partnership with digital marketing agency Ascensor to develop their new website and digital marketing strategy. Rachel Windle, head of operations at the Leeds Law Society says “We are delighted to engage the support of Ascensor on the development of our website, which plays a By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture Parachute regiment recognised with city's highest honour The 4th Battalion, The Parachute Regiment (4PARA) has been awarded the city's highest civic honour in recognition of their many years of devoted service and historic association with Leeds. Established in 1942, 4PARA are the first military service unit to be bestowed with Honorary Freedom of Leeds since By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Glu Recruit announces the winner of the Office Heroes Awards! Glu Recruit, the South Yorkshire based specialist recruitment consultancy, has announced the winner of their 2020 Office Heroes Awards, the annual awards ceremony that celebrates the unsung heroes of the workplace in the Sheffield City Region. This year’s event was held in a virtual setting on Friday 4th December, By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture Local DJ to entertain Christmas shoppers in Malton Local DJ and presenter Ryan Swain will be volunteering his time, to play Christmas themed music to entertain shoppers in Malton at the late night Christmas shopping events, organised by local traders. "I want to help support local businesses and hopefully spread lots of festive cheer in the town, By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Further financial support for businesses and community groups Businesses and community groups which have had to close or have been the most severely affected by COVID-19 restrictions can now apply for a new grant. Calderdale Council has launched the Additional Restriction Grant today (Wednesday 9 December), worth around £4 million in total. Grants are available as follows: * Between By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture From Sheffield hospital radio to presenting at Radio 1 Last week, Sheffield DJ James Cusack, was selected from thousands of demos to present daytime shows during the Christmas and New Year break at BBC Radio 1, as part of their new presenter talent search. James said; “I started my radio career at my local Children’s Hospital on the By The Editor • 1 min read
