Charity Running fanatic raises over £3000 for charity in under 7 days David Slater, a running fanatic from Leeds, has raised over £3000 for charity in under seven days, as part of his mission to run 10k every day for 10 weeks. The initiative, dreamt up by David to assist his recovery from long-term health issues, is designed to inspire a positive By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Renewables firm seals major energy partnership with brewery Leeds-headquartered renewable energy solutions provider Planet-U Energy has secured a major energy partnership with award-winning brewery North Brewing Co. Planet-U Energy, the UK’s fastest growing renewable energy company, has partnered with the Leeds-based brewery to help reduce its carbon footprint and energy bills at its brand new Springwell headquarters, By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Pentest People plans expansion following 60% revenue increase Cybersecurity consultancy, Pentest People, has announced its expansion plans following a record year of business growth that saw its revenues increase by 60%. Organisations commission Pentest People’s cybersecurity experts to test their websites, applications and IT systems for any weaknesses that could allow cybercriminals to steal information, damage IT By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Experts warn pandemic has put ticking time-bomb on Yorkshire’s eye health Thousands of people across Yorkshire could be walking around with undetected serious eye and health conditions, such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and even heart disease, because they've missed their regular eye test during the pandemic. Survey findings released by Specsavers indicate more than a third of By The Editor • 3 min read
Business York bee innovator causes a buzz around the world A York company that lifts the lid on beehives is making a buzz around the world from Australia to the Caribbean. AgriSound supplies sensor systems that can remotely monitor the state of beehives and alert owners when action needs to be taken. The systems are designed for use by amateur By The Editor • 3 min read
Charity CFFC launches the Local Care Direct Health & Wellbeing Fund to support Calderdale residents The Community Foundation for Calderdale (CFFC) have partnered with Local Care Direct to support people with their health and wellbeing. With grants of up to £5,000 available to organisations, the new fund created by Local Care Direct aims to make a real difference in these difficult times. Steve Duncan, By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Ascensor, selected as a high growth business, to benefit from innovation funding and support Leeds-based digital marketing company Ascensor [http://www.ascensor.co.uk/] has been selected as a high growth business and invited to take part in the strategic growth program led by Innovate UK EDGE [http://www.innovateukedge.ukri.org/], as part of the UK agency’s investment in innovative businesses that By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Courier Logistics, opens new 29,000 sq. ft. parcel facility Courier Logistics, part of The APC network - the largest independent parcel delivery network in the UK - has today announced the opening of a new operational parcel depot in Sheffield. The opening, the first of two planned in 2021, comes following significant growth for the business - having recorded By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Former Machenair manager joins Pinder Cooling Jackie Howden, former service and maintenance manager at Machenair has joined refrigeration and air conditioning specialist, Pinder Cooling, as service and maintenance manager. Having spent over 10 years with Machenair managing a portfolio of blue-chip clients, Jackie brings with her a wealth of experience in air conditioning, refrigeration and heating. By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Chadwick Lawrence becomes official Legal Partner of Bradford Bulls Chadwick Lawrence Solicitors are delighted to announce that the firm is officially the Legal Partner of the Bradford Bulls. This is an exciting new partnership for Yorkshire’s Legal People with Bradford Bulls moving into a new season. The new partnership for 2021 will see Yorkshire’s Legal People adopt By The Editor • 1 min read
Charity Corporate lawyers make a mighty effort to raise funds for Macmillan Corporate lawyers and support staff from LCF Law have raised over £800 for cancer charity, Macmillan by taking part in the Mighty Miles challenge. Twelve members of the corporate and employment team challenged themselves to keep active whilst fundraising for Macmillan. The team set themselves a target of raising £500 By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Law firm announces promotion for leading lawyer Yorkshire law firm Lupton Fawcett has strengthened its Regulatory and Corporate Defence (RCD) team with the promotion of one of the region’s leading criminal regulatory lawyers Meghan Waldron. The firm is delighted to announce her promotion to Senior Associate. Specialising in defending businesses and individuals facing investigation or prosecution By The Editor • 1 min read
