Business Yorkshire sees one of the strongest rises in start-ups in the UK last month Despite companies across the UK continuing to struggle amidst rising interest rates and stubborn inflation, business confidence in Yorkshire and the Humber appears to be resilient with levels of start-ups in the region in July higher than those in much of the UK. The latest research from the UK’s By The Editor • 2 min read
Business North Yorkshire duo hit the jackpot with launch of new business Infinity Prize Draws, a new prize draw company founded by two friends with a passion for cars and giving back, has officially launched with a unique approach to spreading smiles across the county. The founders, Lee Hardy and Tom Laverack, had a shared dream of launching a business together that By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Half a million-pound office redevelopment at Leeds' Brookfield House Tailored office providers, WorkWell, is celebrating 50% occupancy pre-let, following a £500,000 investment to redevelop the Leeds-based 18-century manor. Purchased by the Corrigan family in 2002, Brookfield House has been the home to Leeds-based businesses for the last 21 years. Currently undergoing an extensive renovation, the office space is By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Yorkshire Research Agency recognised by World Land Trust A growing young research agency based in Harrogate, Harlow Consulting, is urging the business community to step up to help tackle climate change. The agency, which donates a percentage of its annual turnover to the World Land Trust, has been recognised as a valued and significant supporter in the charity’ By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Leeds Digital Festival launches a packed festival programme Leeds Digital Festival is launching a packed festival programme with over 240 events registered. The Festival is designed to inspire and encourage collaboration with the aim of promoting the strength of the sector in the city to a global audience. Delegates can attend the Festival in person or virtually with By The Editor • 2 min read
Business BPIF Training celebrates positive Ofsted report BPIF Training Limited is pleased to announce the successful outcome of its recent inspection conducted from 1 to 4 August 2023. The inspection underscores the company's commitment to delivering quality education and training while fostering a skilled workforce for the print industry. The inspection results reflect the company& By The Editor • 1 min read
Business York Handmade shortlisted for 2 awards at the brick Oscars The York Handmade Brick Company, one of the leading independent brickmakers in the country, has been shortlisted in two categories in the prestigious 2023 Brick Awards. York Handmade, based at Alne, near Easingwold, in North Yorkshire, is short-listed in the Medium Housing category for the stunning Lancer Square development in By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Reward expands headquarters in Leeds with major office move Following 12 years of continuous growth and in preparation to support future expansion plans, alternative finance lender Reward Finance Group has moved its national headquarters to new Grade A office space in the heart of Leeds’ thriving business district. Previously housed in Central House, Reward has relocated to the recently By The Editor • 1 min read
Business £1million sales milestone for online pet pharmacy VetMedi.co.uk, the York based online pet pharmacy, will surpass £1million in sales this month, in just its second year of trading. The stratospheric growth is attributed to pet owners feeling the cost of living pinch. In a bid to avoid more costly options, they’re turning in their By The Editor • 1 min read
Business No return to the office for Yorkshire's tech sector. Despite Zoom and Google ordering their employees back to the office, new data from SPG Resourcing shows 90% of technology jobs in Yorkshire offer hybrid working. The study of open job roles from the technology talent recruiter shows hybrid and full-time working from home remains the most popular employment model By The Editor • 1 min read
Business New Station Street update: Northern section closes to pedestrians As part of the ongoing transformation of Leeds City Rail Station’s main entrance and surrounding area, the northern section of New Station Street (from the station’s main entrance to City Square) will be closed to pedestrians from Thursday (24 August). Pedestrians must use the other side of New By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Heat Recovery business shortlisted in industry awards The team at a Yorkshire heat recovery from refrigeration business is celebrating after reaching the final of a national heating award. Beverley-based DK Heat Recovery has been shortlisted for the Collaboration of the Year award in the 10th annual HVR awards that celebrate the industry's best products, businesses By The Editor • 1 min read
