Business Answer appoints new CEO Answer Digital has promoted Richard Pugmire to the role of CEO. He will work with the management team to deliver ambitious growth plans as the company builds on its artificial intelligence (AI) expertise. The Leeds-based technology consultancy is employee-owned and supports the NHS and a range of private-sector companies with By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Aon announces new Leeds-based partners Aon plc, a leading global professional services firm has announced the promotion to partner of two of its Leeds-based colleagues. Sue Austen has had a career in the UK pensions industry spanning over 30 years, the majority of which have been spent with Aon. She leads a team of over By The Editor • 1 min read
Charity Solicitors help Leeds mental health charity secure lease on new headquarters Blacks Solicitors has advised mental health charity, Battle Scars, on taking a new lease for its 7,500 sq ft headquarters in Leeds, enabling the charity to acquire its first ever premises and also create opportunities for other mental health charities and not-for-profit organisations in the city to thrive. Battle By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Majestic Site Management Ltd wins Eaton Smith Business of the Month Award Eaton Smith Solicitors is delighted to announce that Majestic Site Management Ltd has been chosen by the judging panel as the latest winner of its Business of the Month Award. Majestic Site Management Ltd offer comprehensive site management solutions, from pre-contract, through to health and safety compliance. Experienced and accredited By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture Dean Clough sets precedent for Calderdale's year of culture Dean Clough, the 22-acre mixed use destination in Halifax, has reported a successful year in business as it prepares to play a key role in Calderdale’s 2024 Year of Culture celebrations. The historic venue has enjoyed a period of evolution with new flexible working and wellbeing initiatives that have By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Calls for VAT to be reduced for businesses in the hospitality sector. York & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce is calling for the rate of VAT to be reduced for businesses in the hospitality sector. With the sector entering its quietest period of trading and after nearly four years of enormous disruption and cost pressures, hospitality businesses have never faced so many By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Vibrant, inclusive Lindley church awarded much needed funding Ten places of worship from across Yorkshire are celebrating this month after receiving a share of £74,000 to help towards the cost of repairs and maintenance work. The grants have come from the Yorkshire Historic Churches Trust (YHCT), a charity set up to help churches, chapels and meeting houses By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Financial services expert launches marketing advisory firm A leading financial and professional services expert is launching a marketing consultancy that offers firms specialist support. Rory Dolan developed Aedus after spending over a decade working with financial services brands across Yorkshire. The new Leeds-based firm will offer senior counsel and operate as an integral part of the team. By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Chadwick Lawrence announces further promotions Yorkshire law firm Chadwick Lawrence has promoted 3 employees. In recognition of their hard work and dedication in a list of New Year promotions, effective 1 January 2024. Sarah Hemmings (Leeds) has been promoted to Salaried Partner and Ellie Hirst and Lashana Henderson (Huddersfield) are both promoted to Associate. Sarah’ By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Ripon Farm Services popular New Year Show celebrates its 20th anniversary this month Ripon Farm Services’ popular New Year Show celebrates its 20th anniversary this month. One of the UK’s leading agricultural machinery displays is being held in the Yorkshire Event Centre at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate on Wednesday January 24 and Thursday January 25. It will kick start the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Sovereign Street becomes one-way to improve cycling and walking connections Sovereign Street has become one-way as part of plans to improve cycling and walking connections across Leeds city centre. Works began on Thursday 4 January, which has seen the introduction of a one-way system running west to east along the length of Sovereign Street from Neville Street towards Swinegate. This By The Editor • 2 min read
Businesswoman Event management agency appoints head of sales Louise Gee has joined the First Event team from YES (Your Event Solutions) as head of sales. Throughout previous senior leadership positions in sales and marketing, Louise has helped sales teams apply a dynamic and strategic approach, and is looking forward to bringing this experience to the exciting opportunities on By The Editor • 1 min read
