Business Northern appoints Yorkshire man as head of IT Northern has appointed David Sparling as its new Head of IT. David, from Wakefield in West Yorkshire, has almost 30 years’ experience in the IT industry. He began his career as a software developer at First Direct bank before holding a number of senior IT roles at HSBC, managing people By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Proposals to cut second class delivery are “too drastic”, say small firms Responding to Royal Mail’s response to the Ofcom consultation, Federation of Small Businesses Policy Chair Tina McKenzie, said: “Taking the axe to daily deliveries for second class would be a drastic cut which would hit the many small businesses which rely on it, and will in all probability leave By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Advanced manufacturing firm set for record growth An advanced manufacturing firm that supports the leisure industry with ride-on electric vehicles is set for record growth after a strong start to the year. Aqualand Industries has seen orders leap 50% to 122 vehicles in the first quarter of 2024. It puts the firm on track to hit a By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Yorkshire Wolds rapeseed oil business wins gold at food awards The team at a Thixendale-based rapeseed oil business is celebrating after two of its products won gold awards in a prestigious national competition. Charlie & Ivy's Lemon and Dill Mayonnaise and Chilli, Balsamic, Oregano & Thyme Bread Dipper won the awards in the Farm Shop & Deli Product By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Huddersfield-based Green Building Store announces full rebrand in line with future vision Huddersfield-based building products supplier and high-performing homes specialist Green Building Store has announced a full rebrand to 21°, in line with its refreshed vision and common purpose: to help customers create healthy and comfortable homes through optimising energy performance. The rebrand took full effect from 21st March 2024, with a By The Editor • 1 min read
Business C&C announces facility refurbishment C&C Fabrications (C&C), a leading provider of bespoke metal fabrication services, has announced a significant refurbishment of its headquarters in Ferrybridge, Yorkshire, to increase its operational capacity and efficiency amid continuous growth. C&C is undertaking a comprehensive upgrade of its facilities, with a particular By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Chadwick Lawrence is breaking the conventional barriers in law As part of a concentrated effort to improve social mobility within the legal sector, Chadwick Lawrence, Yorkshire’s Legal People, has actively engaged in a pioneering project, exploring avenues to better the opportunities across the country, particularly within regional firms. Within Chadwick Lawrence, narratives of unconventional career trajectories are far By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Brand and communication agency has further expanded its team Jorgia Gidney joins as social media manager from Principles agency, where she led social media campaigns producing high-quality, client-specific monthly content, aligning with their tone of voice. Aidan Corkett-Beirne joins as place activation manager. With extensive experience in marketing and events programming, Aidan has a proven track record of making By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Technology firm accelerates growth with new marketing division A Leeds-based technology firm is accelerating its expansion plans with the launch of a new digital marketing division. Tribus has built an international business by supporting firms with digital transformation through web and mobile applications, websites, and content. The company has appointed Oliver Blackburn to lead the marketing operation, which By The Editor • 1 min read
Food&Drink Award- winning Mexican restaurant Boojum will open in Leeds on Wednesday 10th April First 300 customers will enjoy a free burrito from 12pm on opening day. Top-rated Mexican eatery Boojum is all set to bring its fresh, high-quality, ‘live out loud food’ to Leeds on Wednesday 10th April and to kick things off the award-winning brand is giving away free burritos to the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Axiom Sustainability Software launches groundbreaking Social Value Calculator Hull-based Axiom becomes one of the world’s first ESG platforms to launch a Social Value Calculator Axiom Sustainability Software announces the release of its innovative Social Value Calculator, allowing businesses to understand, measure and evidence their social impact. In doing so, Axiom has become one of the world’s By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture Countdown is on for entries to the Super Soapbox challenge With less than six weeks to go until the highly anticipated Super Soapbox Challenge makes a return to Bradford City Centre, a call is going out for people to take part in the thrilling cart race. Bradford BID is again the headline sponsor for the popular event which will be By The Editor • 2 min read
