National The UK's crisis of higher education and rise of degree apprenticeships As of the academic year 2021/22, students are forecasted to have an average debt of £45,800 coming out of higher education (source: Commons Library) with only a 20% of students expected to pay back their debt in full. Add that onto happiness among the UK's young By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Global tech hub established in Leeds An automotive software developer has chosen Leeds as the home for its new international technology hub. Mad Devs operates directly across Europe and through partnerships in Australia. The move will see the company recruit up to 10 new roles in its IT and support team over the coming months as By The Editor • 1 min read
Charity Addressing poverty right on our doorstep Two successful businessmen have joined forces to steer a West Yorkshire organisation currently distributing £4m+ annually to support people living in some of the most deprived areas of the region. This amounts to more than £57m distributed to date; an incredibly powerful figure, generated primarily by philanthropy from people living By The Editor • 3 min read
Whats On Nominations are now open for the Calderdale Community Spirit Awards 2022 The Community Foundation for Calderdale are proud to announce that nominations are open for the Calderdale Community Spirit Awards which will be held at The Venue, Barkisland on 24th November 2022 celebrating the Not-for-profit sector in our borough. The last year has been especially tough for the charity sector and By The Editor • 1 min read
Business A message from Sir Rodney Walker I have been asked by the media in Yorkshire to issue a statement following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second. "In common with the vast majority of people in the country, I have a feeling of sadness and emptiness following the untimely death of our Queen. By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Young professionals benefit from a new inspiring self-development network Young professionals in Leeds are set to benefit from a new network that will support personal development and provide networking opportunities. The Fresh Prosperity Programme aims to grow the wealth of knowledge and skills of professionals in the deal-making community. Its inaugural event featured former Leeds Rhino Jamie Jones-Buchanan MBE By The Editor • 1 min read
Health Trailblazing healthcare technology firm triumphs at industry awards Global market leading technology company, Tunstall Healthcare, is celebrating after being awarded for the best use of technology in seniors housing in the Innovation category at the Health Investor Senior Housing Awards last night. The accolade, which recognises commercial performance and investment activity in the senior housing market, was bestowed By The Editor • 2 min read
Charity Historic Hotel Pledges Support to Yorkshire Children’s Charity One of Wharfedale’s most historic hotels has pledged its support to families in need by becoming a patron of a leading Yorkshire children’s charity. Ilkley’s Craiglands Hotel has announced its patronage of The Principle Trust Children’s Charity which provides free respite holidays to children who are By The Editor • 1 min read
Health Teesside Nurses & Specialists ‘Bag’ £Millions for NHS **An inspirational idea, from a team of Northern nurses and infection control specialists, has proven to be a winner worldwide, saving £millions for the NHS and could continue to save £millions more. ** North Tees & Hartlepool Hospital Trust workers have created a groundbreaking design and award-winning (2022 UK Business Awards) By The Editor • 3 min read
Food&Drink The Ivy Asia, Leeds, is set to open in the heart of the city The Ivy Asia will be launching its Asian-inspired concept in Leeds this autumn. The much-anticipated opening is set to add to the already growing Yorkshire dining scene as well as creating 110 jobs for the local community. Located within the heart of Leeds on Vicar Lane, above sister restaurant, The By The Editor • 2 min read
Whats On Wellington Place supports Leeds artists with “Live & Local” events Wellington Place has teamed up with Leeds-based local music experts Super Friendz, responsible for hosting highly popular events across the city, to deliver a programme of free live music events. The Live & Local programme will showcase the best up-and-coming musical talent in the city through a range of free By The Editor • 2 min read
National New study reveals only SEVEN UK councils have assigned budget to the upcoming ‘Protect Duty’ legislation With the security industry preparing for the pending ‘Protect Duty’ legislation to come into action and a 140% increase in interest online for ‘Protect Duty 2022’1, a new report reveals just how prepared UK councils are for new measures to be implemented. The new study2 from leading manufacturer’s By The Editor • 2 min read
