Business Eddisons’ public sector team adds four new wins to client list Leeds-headquartered property consultancy Eddisons has added three local authorities and the national regulatory body for MPs to its list of public sector clients. Since gaining approved supplier status on the Government’s Crown Commercial Service (CCS) estate management services framework in 2021 and on the ESPO public sector professional buying By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture York musician makes debut at Yorkshire whisky distillery session A Yorkshire whisky distillery has announced its next Distillery Session artist. Celebrated York singer-songwriter Tom Figgins will make his debut on the Pot Still Coffee Shop stage at Spirit of Yorkshire's Distillery Session on 24th February. Spirit of Yorkshire marketing director, Jenni Ashwood, is delighted to welcome Mr. By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Schofield Sweeney starts 2024 with promotions Yorkshire-based law firm Schofield Sweeney has started the year positively by recognising the achievements of its employees with promotions. Learning, developing, and supporting the career ambitions of its people is a key part of the organisation and the promotions celebrate the outstanding achievements of the individuals. Jessica Fielden has been By The Editor • 2 min read
Business York man appointed regional director for Northern in the NE Jason Wade has been appointed as regional director for Northern in the North East. Jason, from York in North Yorkshire, is currently the train operator's head of retail operations and will have a phased transition into his new role while a replacement is recruited. In the North East, By The Editor • 1 min read
Arts&Culture Historic silver model of Harrogate’s Royal Pump Room goes on display A solid silver model of Harrogate’s Royal Pump Room, made in 1927 in Ogden of Harrogate jeweller’s workshop, is set to return to the shop for public display. This iconic piece has been hidden from view, stored as part of the council’s civic collection. The piece is By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Chadwick Lawrence renews sports law partnership with Bradford Bulls Chadwick Lawrence, Yorkshire-based law firm, is thrilled to announce the extension of its sports law sponsorship agreement with the Bradford Bulls, marking the continuation of a highly successful three-year collaboration. This renewed partnership signifies a deepening of the relationship between the firm and the professional rugby league club. Chadwick Lawrence By The Editor • 1 min read
Business National Apprenticeship Week 2024 at Kirklees College Kirklees College is proud to support National Apprenticeship Week 2024, 5 – 11 February. Throughout the week, we are hosting a range of events to celebrate and promote our apprenticeship offer to new and existing students at all levels. Events at Kirklees College this week include talks from our Employer partners, By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Duo of key appointments at fast-growth Huddersfield architecture practice Huddersfield-based architectural practice, France+Associates, has grown its team with a duo of key appointments as it chases ambitious growth plans. The award-winning practice, which specialises in designing bespoke homes for individuals who have suffered catastrophic injuries, has welcomed Richard Grota as chartered architectural Technologist, and Martin Bird as business By The Editor • 1 min read
Businesswoman Is sniffing a shirt sexual harassment gone too far in the workplace? The question that HR software and consultancy firm, HRoes are answering on their first ever podcast episode. The Leeds based firm has launched a podcast series with the aim to help entrepreneurs, businesses, managers navigate the world of HR. The podcast, aptly named HE:ER launched this week and promises By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Flourishing Leeds fulfillment centre celebrates record breaking year A flourishing Leeds fulfilment centre has celebrated a record-breaking year. The Curo Fulfilment facility store, which is operated by Pegasus World Holding, has doubled its annual turnover. Curo Fulfilment is based in Curo House, a 75,000 sq ft state-of-the-art warehouse with offices, in the heart of the award-winning Logic By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Farming scholarship for Yorkshire entrepreneur on soils mission Digital entrepreneur Tom Scrope from North Yorkshire is embarking on an international mission to understand how more farmers can unlock the benefits of healthier soils, thanks to a prestigious Nuffield Farming Scholarship sponsored by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society. Tom, aged 29, who grew up on a small farm on the By The Editor • 3 min read
Arts&Culture Yukihiro Akama: Basho no Kankaku - a Sense of Place 9 March – 30 June 2024 Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) presents a new collection by Japanese woodcarver Yukihiro Akama A display of 55 works, Basho no Kankaku – A Sense of Place will be Akama’s largest exhibition to date. It will showcase a new collection of beautiful, intricately carved wooden houses By The Editor • 2 min read
