Business Interior Goods Direct celebrates record breaking 2021 Yorkshire-based manufacturer of quality home and commercial interior products Interior Goods Direct has announced a record year for sales revenue, with growth of over 7% and selling over half a million made to measure blinds via its online platforms. Moreover, staff levels across the group increased bringing more jobs to By The Editor • 1 min read
Arts&Culture www.yorkshire.com up for sale. Opportunity to buy one of the UK’s most desirable domains Following the appointment of Administrators to Yorkshire’s main tourism body, Welcome to Yorkshire Ltd, the business and its assets, including www.yorkshire.com, are now being offered for sale. The Administrators, Armstrong Watson LLP, are currently seeking offers for the business as a going concern and from buyers interested By The Editor • 1 min read
National Part 2 of this amazing podcast The importance of giving yourself time In part two of this two-part episode, we finish our chat with The Indian Monk, as he shares the importance of giving yourself time to focus your mind. We delve into the effect wellness, positivity and music can have on your mindset. Plus, we cover the benefits of meditation and By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Youth organisation reveals top ten young stars set to make millions Following a boom in young people gaining stardom across industries such as social media, sports and entertainment, a new study from a youth-led community organisation, Conscious Youth, reveals the top ten young stars under 21 set to make millions in the future. The new study by Conscious Youth reveals the By The Editor • 3 min read
Food&Drink Sneak peek at the American-style cheeseburger joint coming to Leeds Cult indie cheeseburger joint MEAT:STACK is heading to Leeds this spring, with a menu loaded with beefy treats inspired by one of America’s most iconic creations. The brand has set itself apart from the competition by elevating the humble cheeseburger to extra–juicy greatness, turning it into an By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Silicon Yorkshire to bring tech sector together during sprint event Silicon Yorkshire, the business group that brings the Yorkshire tech community together, is encouraging professionals from across the sector to attend its spring event. Taking place on Wednesday 23 March at Chaophraya in Leeds from 5.30pm to midnight, the get-together sponsored by KnowSomeone, iSource Group, Hippo Digital and Snowflake By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Record growth for Mixd A Leeds-based healthcare digital agency is on track for a second record year in a row after its focus on accessibility fuels growth. Mixd is recruiting another 10 jobs from developers to account management and administration to meet demand. The agency will see turnover increase 50% to top £1.3m By The Editor • 1 min read
Food&Drink 200 Degrees Coffee roasters to open in Barnsley Acclaimed coffee roasting experts, 200 Degrees Coffee, is the latest brand to join The Glass Works, in another exciting addition to Barnsley’s booming café scene. The new 101-seat coffee shop, which will feature a stylish and bespoke fit out, will open on Cheapside at the entrance point to The By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Azets to add over 100 jobs across Yorkshire Azets, the UK's largest regional accountancy and business advisor to SMEs, is announcing ambitious growth plans for its Yorkshire offices in Leeds and York with an investment strategy in people, technology and infrastructure. Azets currently has over 200 people in business support and client-facing roles including 15 partners. By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Firms face fines for not having the right cyber protection in place A Yorkshire IT consultancy is warning local businesses that they could face significant fines for not having the right data protection security in place, after a law firm was severely punished after falling victim to a cyber-attack. ITWiser, is advising all businesses to undergo a Cyber Essentials assessment to ensure By The Editor • 2 min read
National Corporate executive finds inner peace In part one of a two-part episode, Ventur Partners speak to The Indian Monk, as he shares his inspiring journey from corporate executive to joining a monastery, leaving the material world behind. Following on from some troubled times over the past few years, this is a refreshing conversation on how By The Editor • 1 min read
Charity Hive Community Café helped by One Community Foundation When Hive Community were let down last minute by an electrician, Hive founder Gabby Hurt contacted One Community Foundation for help. Gabby said “We were in a desperate situation where funds were practically depleted and there was a real danger that we wouldn’t be able to get the café By The Editor • 1 min read
