Business Leeds Data company named ‘world class’ Leeds-based data consultancy, the Oakland Group, has been named a ‘World Class’ company for workplace engagement. The accolade comes as part of a three-star accreditation from Best Companies, which helps organisations become better places to work by measuring, improving and recognising engagement. Commenting on the achievement, Charlotte Goulding, director of By The Editor • 1 min read
Food&Drink HACIEN Tequila becomes stockist for UK’s most innovative Michelin-starred restaurants Premium Tequila brand HACIEN has announced its availability at two internationally renowned Michelin-starred restaurants – The Samling and Shaun Rankin At Grantley Hall. Having already won the stamp of approval from a host of industry experts and tequila connoisseurs for the brand's exceptional quality and subtle flavours, this latest By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Flourishing Yorkshire Country Properties strengthens management team The Huddersfield-based Yorkshire Country Properties (YCP) has strengthened its management team with a key appointment and three significant promotions. Hard on the heels of the appointment of Paul Brown as managing director comes the news that a brand-new executive team is now in place. Rob Wilkinson has joined YCP as By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Senior hire to expand software talent business SPG Resourcing has appointed Jack Blackburn as a principal talent partner to lead the development of the company’s software development division. Jack brings a wealth of experience helping companies find the software development talent they need to grow their business. He has previously worked in senior roles in Boston By The Editor • 1 min read
Businesswoman Renowned trademark attorney strengthens specialist service at Ward Hadaway Leading Leeds-based law firm Ward Hadaway has announced a key strategic appointment to its intellectual property team. Sonia Burgess, a highly experienced chartered trademark attorney, joins the team bringing with her considerable specialist expertise in trademark law. She has a rich, specialist background, having trained with a national intellectual property By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Gordons advises FOD Mobility Group on transport for West Midlands appointment Law firm Gordons has advised multi-platform technology company FOD Mobility Group on its appointment by Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) to deliver a new mobility as a service (MaaS) travel app for the region. Saltaire-headquartered FOD Mobility Group is a market-leading technology provider, focusing on both corporate and consumer mobility. By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Local hotel group’s multi-million pound investment in Sheffield Vine Hotels, a national hotel owner, operator and management company headquartered in Sheffield, has today announced a multi-million-pound investment in its city centre Cutlers Hotel. The company already operates four hotels in the city, Double Tree by Hilton Sheffield Park, Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa, Mosborough Hall Hotel and Cutlers By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Bellway says Snaith development will boost local economy and create jobs The Yorkshire division of national homebuilder, Bellway Homes says its new development in Snaith will boost the local economy and create a number of new jobs. To be built just off Pontefract Road, and with direct access to Snaith town centre, the 160-home development takes the total number of Bellway By The Editor • 1 min read
Business New senior appointment for digital marketing agency GRM Leeds-based multi-national web development and digital marketing agency GRM Digital has appointed a senior business development manager to strengthen its growing team. Paul Yates joins the company with more than 20 years’ experience in the industry, having formed his own agency, Just Search with his brother Justin in 2004, taking By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Bradford to raise the bar with launch of ground breaking night charter Bradford is set to lead the way with the launch of a new Bradford at Night Charter to make the city centre a safer, more welcoming and attractive place after dark. Launched by Bradford at Night at an event at Napoleon’s Casino, the ground-breaking charter not only aims to By The Editor • 1 min read
Business West Yorkshire Police recruitment drive gets boost from Mayor West Yorkshire Police has received almost £100,000 of funding to train 11 new Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs), as part of a drive to get more young people into secure, well-paid jobs in West Yorkshire. Following her pledge to recruit 750 new police officers and staff, Tracy Brabin, the By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Gold award for safety experts For the eighth year in a row, Expect Distribution secures the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Gold Award for Health and Safety Performance, showcasing their unwavering commitment to safeguarding their workforce's well-being. Bradford-based logistics specialists, Expect Distribution, has once again secured the RoSPA Gold Award By The Editor • 2 min read
