Business Leeds Manufacturing Festival 2024 - launches 22 February The Leeds Manufacturing Festival returns this month with an extended, year-round programme of events highlighting career opportunities for young people in the region’s manufacturing sector. Now in its seventh year, the festival is designed to raise the profile of the industry in the city, promoting the wide range of By The Editor • 3 min read
Legal Matters Chadwick Lawrence renews 16-year legal partnership with one of the biggest names in rugby Chadwick Lawrence, the prominent Yorkshire-based law firm, proudly announces the renewal of its longstanding sports law sponsorship contract with Leeds Rhinos, one of the region's premier rugby clubs, for the 16th consecutive year. The renewed partnership underscores Chadwick Lawrence's enduring commitment to fostering excellence in sports By The Editor • 1 min read
Arts&Culture Yorkshire dates for stars with new album releases by Tabby Smart Paloma Faith and BRIT Rising Star winners The Last Dinner Party are heading to Yorkshire as part of their nationwide tour. Paloma is appearing at Millennium Square in Leeds on July 7, as well as York Barbican on May 12 and Sheffield on April 9. The Last By The Editor • 2 min read
Business EY invests in new office as Leeds business pursues long-term growth EY has announced that it is relocating to a new office in Leeds city centre, continuing the firm’s investment in its growing Yorkshire business. The new office, based in Wellington Place, is only a short walk from Leeds train station and combines a well-connected location with enhanced technology and By The Editor • 2 min read
Business New appointment drives growth at Aqualand Industries Aqualand Industries is supporting its growth plans with the appointment of Alan Parkinson as new business development manager. Alan will lead the company’s sales activity around the world and build on its strong partnerships with leading leisure brands. He joins from a senior business development role at Kirklees College, By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Firm celebrates 10 year anniversary with random acts of kindness RJC Plant Services began it’s rollout of 10 acts of kindness recognising three local community heroes RJC Plant Services Ltd, a North Yorkshire based provider of grab hire and aggregate supplies, is celebrating their 10th anniversary by saying thanks to three local community heroes with random acts of kindness. By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture £2.3m support package for West Yorkshire's creative sector A new initiative has been launched to help venues and event organisers in West Yorkshire become more accessible to disabled artists and audiences. It will be the first scheme to be rolled out as part of Mayor Tracy Brabin’s £2.3 million ‘You Can Make It Here’ programme, which By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Global environmental protection SME invited to Winter Olympics 2026 Bid Committee meeting The UK’s leading developer of specialised leak detection and environmental protection systems, Andel, was one of a handful of businesses invited to attend an Olympic Bid Committee meeting recently. The Yorkshire SME showcased its water sustainability products for officials for the Winter Olympics and Paralympics due to be held By The Editor • 1 min read
A Boost for Business in Bradford Bradford’s business landscape is transforming the area into a prime location for enterprise growth and opportunity. Responding to this entrepreneurial drive, Digital Enterprise will be hosting an event this month in conjunction with Invest in Bradford. Local businesses from the 2025 City of Culture are invited to attend on By The Editor • 3 min read
Arts&Culture Leeds Bradford Airport welcomes new Bulgaria ski destination Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has announced it will host a new ski programme to Sofia, Bulgaria, from Winter 2024/ 25 with Balkan Holidays, offering access to some of the best ski resorts in Eastern Europe. This new direct flight will depart weekly on Saturdays at 14:45 from Leeds Bradford By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Leadership transition at Leeds-based Stephenson Personal Care Stephenson Personal Care (‘Stephenson’), a global leader in personal care and cosmetic ingredients, announces a significant leadership transition as Jamie Bentley, the visionary force behind the Horsforth company's growth and success, steps back. During his tenure, Jamie fulfilled his aspiration to drive the company’s growth and enhance By The Editor • 1 min read
Arts&Culture Good news! funding available for Yorkshire’s Churches The Yorkshire Historic Churches Trust (YHCT) is welcoming funding applications from places of worship across the county for repair, restoration and maintenance work. Due to the generous donations and legacies received last year, the Trust is actively encouraging churches to apply for the next round of funding. The application deadlines By The Editor • 2 min read
