Arts&Culture New cycling event announced to mark 10th anniversary of the Tour de France Grand Depart A major new cycling event is taking place in Yorkshire this summer to mark the 10th anniversary of the county’s unforgettable staging of the Tour de France Grand Depart. The mass participation event, named Legacy Ride, will be held on Sunday 7th July, with amateur cyclists getting the chance By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Tracy Brabin to end mayoral term with landmark decision on bus reform The final Combined Authority meeting of West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin's term in office will today see a raft of decisions and investment made to create a region that works for all. This will include the long-awaited decision on whether to take the region’s bus services back By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Bringing life back to Bondville Model Village The beloved landmark in Sewerby, Bridlington, is thrilled to announce a new chapter in its storied history with the introduction of new owners, husband and wife, Rachel and Mark Hill. With a passion for preserving tradition whilst embracing the new, the family are committed to elevating the visitor experience and By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Bobble Digital wins Leeds Marketing Agency of the Year Award for fourth year Bobble Digital, a media-focused digital marketing agency based in Leeds, has won Best Digital Marketing Agency in Leeds in the Business Elite Awards 2024 for the fourth consecutive year. The UK-based awards aim to recognise and showcase the efforts of highly skilled SMEs across the UK, using impartial judgement to By The Editor • 1 min read
Health Healthcare event at the Lakeside Conference Centre Lakeside Conference Centre (LCC), based at leading science park York Biotech Campus (YBC), recently hosted the York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) annual conference. The event brought 160 delegates from across the region to LCC for a ‘Back to Basics’ conference. The By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Bellway teams up with Own New to offer lower-rate mortgages Housebuilder Bellway has partnered with Own New to make mortgages more affordable to people purchasing new homes in Yorkshire. A new mortgage product, Own New Rate Reducer, could see buyers of new-build Bellway homes in the region benefit from interest rates below 1.00 per cent. It will also be By The Editor • 2 min read
Businesswoman Unify PR & Marketing celebrate a series of internal promotions Brighouse-based PR and marketing specialists, Unify, has made a number of internal promotions in recognition of the exceptional work and commitment made by the team. With over 18 years of service between them, Sarah Thomas and Olivia Brackenridge have been appointed to PR account director roles. Their day-to-day responsibilities will By The Editor • 1 min read
Business C&C Fabrications extends partnership with Castleford Tigers C&C Fabrications, leading steel fabrication specialist in the UK and recipient of the Business of the Year 2023 award, announces the continuation of its relationship with local rugby league club, Castleford Tigers, for the 2024 season. C&C Fabrications’ sponsorship allows their logo to be proudly displayed By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Law firm appointed by Decathlon UK for regulatory advice Law firm Gordons has been hired by the UK subsidiary of global sports and outdoor equipment and apparel retailer Decathlon to provide regulatory advice amidst growing sales. The firm will advise Decathlon UK on product stewardship and consumer law. Decathlon was founded in France in 1976 and opened its first By The Editor • 1 min read
Arts&Culture Bradford College partnership with Bradford Bulls charges on Bradford College and Bradford Bulls Rugby League Football Club have signed and committed to a new educational partnership agreement for 2024. The exciting deal will provide students and staff with benefits such as stadium tours, discounted tickets, work experience placements, and a host of opportunities to work together. Speaking about By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Commercial building consultancy Jones Hargreaves reports busiest year Leading commercial building, project and sustainability consultancy Jones Hargreaves has reported a 60% turnover uplift in its latest accounts after successfully bolstering its ESG services, opening new offices and expanding its team. The national consultancy firm, which now has offices in London, Leeds, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff and Glasgow, completed over By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Sheffield’s flagship office welcomes first occupant DLA Piper has signed up to take the top two floors of Elshaw House, Sheffield City Council’s new zero carbon-ready office building. DLA Piper’s move into Elshaw House will see one of the world’s largest law firms, and a key employer in the city, maintain its presence By The Editor • 2 min read
