Business Further appointments at global executive search agency International executive search agency Spencer Riley has strengthened its team with further appointments to expand on industry offerings within their established sector specialisms. Michael Penfold and Sam Dunn join the company as executive search consultants and will specialise in board-level, senior technical and commercial permanent placements within Spencer Riley’s By The Editor • 1 min read
Business 'Inspirational' Omega workforce praised in Sir Bob Murray's autobiography The “loyal and inspirational” workforce of the flourishing South Yorkshire-based kitchen company Omega has been praised by its founder and chairman Sir Bob Murray CBE Launching his long-awaited autobiography, I’d Do It All Again, which is published this week, Sir Bob singled out the 400 staff at Omega’s By The Editor • 2 min read
Charity Charity encourages people to ‘walk in their shoes’ as homelessness is highlighted Yorkshire-based charity Simon on the Streets has announced a series of flagship events in October to shine a spotlight on homelessness in Leeds. The charity’s annual Big Sleepout, which aims to raise awareness of the increasing issues faced by those rough sleeping, sofa surfing and at risk of homelessness By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Sheffield housebuilder secures planning for £23.5m Yorkshire development Sheffield-based housebuilder Honey has been granted planning permission to deliver 95 two-, three- and four-bedroom new homes on an eight-acre site off Barnburgh Lane, near Barnsley. Called Iris, the £23.5m development is Honey’s second development and the first in its home county of Yorkshire since launching last October. By The Editor • 1 min read
Charity Counselling charity Wellstring marks its 20th anniversary with double celebration Wellspring Therapy and Training, the Harrogate-based counselling and training centre, is marking its 20th anniversary this year with a double celebration. Wellspring, which is now facing unprecedented demand for its services, is holding a special church service this month and a fund-raising dinner in November to mark this significant birthday. By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Intrinsic boost growth with a senior appointment A Leeds-based performance marketing business has accelerated its growth plans with a senior appointment. John McManus joins Intrinsic as digital director to support their client-first philosophy. John joins the team from senior positions at iProspect and Journey Further. He will lead the further growth of the company's digital By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Kirklees College fills local skills gap through brand-new Furniture Making apprenticeship Over the last couple of years, Kirklees College has been working closely with a range of employers in Dewsbury to identify local skills gaps in the furniture manufacturing sector. The result of this consultation project is the college’s new Level 2 Furniture Making apprenticeship with HSL (High Seat Ltd) By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Dan Hirst of Chadwick Lawrence, awarded Partner of The Year at Yorkshire Legal Awards 2023 Chadwick Lawrence are delighted to announce that Dan Hirst, one of the firm’s equity partners, was honoured with the prestigious Partner of the Year award at the Yorkshire Legal Awards last night. The annual Yorkshire Legal Awards, held at New Dock, Leeds, brings together the region’s legal community By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Northern begins search for new chief operating officer The train operator Northern has begun the recruitment process for a new chief operating officer (COO). It follows the announcement in August that current COO, Tricia Williams, will be taking over as managing director from Nick Donovan in the spring of 2024. The COO leads the team responsible for the By The Editor • 1 min read
Business YABA release Northern Asian Power list 2023 The Northern Asian Power list 2023 was released at a stunning ball at the Cedar Court Hotel in Bradford recently. Hosted by Sharon Jandu OBE, the night brought the Asian and local business community together. Sharon stated, “It is brilliant to see this annual event to come together and celebrate By The Editor • 2 min read
Health It’s green for go as Wellspring launches fund-raising initiative The respected Harrogate mental health charity, Wellspring Therapy & Training, is calling on individuals, schools, businesses, churches and community groups to dress green for mental health in October. Why green? The green ribbon is the international symbol for mental health awareness. Those taking part in Wellspring’s campaign will choose By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Leeds Skelton Lake named one of Britain’s top ten service stations Leeds Skelton Lake (M1, J45) has today been revealed as the fifth most highly recommended service station in the UK and the ninth best service station overall in this year’s Transport Focus Motorway Services User Survey. Leeds Skelton Lake operator, Extra MSA Group, has secured its position this year By The Editor • 2 min read
