Business Vet-AI increases headcount as demand for veterinary services rise Veterinary technology company, Vet-AI, has increased its staff team by 54% in the last 12 months in response to the rising demand for its services. The vet-tech firm is behind Joii Pet Care, which allows pet owners to access digital veterinary consultations and a free symptom checker via its app. By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Business donates 20k to Leeds Rhinos legend Kevin Sinfield OBE as he runs 7 marathons ACS Stainless Steel Limited, a long-time supporter and shirt sponsor of Leeds Rhinos, is once again supporting rugby league legend Kevin Sinfield OBE, as he prepares to run seven marathons in seven days in aid of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) research. Famed for his rugby league roles as player, captain By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Tip 2 for consumers of how to shop safely this Black Friday While it makes for bleak reading, the frenzy of sales and online shopping activity surrounding Black Friday, means this pre-holiday season is a key period for cybercriminals. And each year we see an increase in cyberattacks during what should be a feel-good time. The picture is all-the-more worrying in 2022, By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Wakefield celebrates businesses in glittering awards ceremony More than 130 people packed the room at the inaugural Wakefield Business Awards by We Are Wakefield on 10 November, sponsored by Wakefield First. The awards had been put together by We Are Wakefield’s Claire Sutherley and Awards Writers Founder Louise Turner, to celebrate thriving SMEs from across the By The Editor • 1 min read
Business David Kerfoot CBE investiture at The Palace Renowned Yorkshire business leader David Kerfoot has received his CBE from the Princess Royal in an investiture at Buckingham Palace. David was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire for his services to rural businesses and the voluntary and community sectors in North Yorkshire. He attended the By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Bailie Group bolsters strategic growth plan with NED appointment Leeds-headquartered Bailie Group, a family-owned communications specialist, has announced the appointment of non-executive director, Frank Hayden, as the company strives to accelerate its business growth and resilience plans, with an ambition to reach £80m turnover by 2024. With an illustrious CV, working on many critical projects Frank led the strategic By The Editor • 2 min read
Business How can businesses dispose of machinery sustainably? Sustainability has become a key focus across many industry sectors, with businesses constantly reviewing and reevaluating their processes to improve their carbon footprint. Due to many large corporations having the responsibility to adhere to strict and regular fleet renewals and machine upgrades, machinery is often left unwanted and needs to By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Rapidly expanding Smart Repairs sees turnover soar to £7.5 million Smart Repairs, the country’s largest independent cosmetic vehicle repairer, has announced a record-breaking year. The Leeds-based company, which recently bought 18,000 sq ft freehold premises in Weaver Street, has seen its turnover grow by 40 per cent to £7.5 million this year, whilst trebling its workforce. The By The Editor • 2 min read
Business The first of five tips for consumers to shop safely this Black Friday While it makes for bleak reading, the frenzy of sales and online shopping activity surrounding Black Friday, means this pre-holiday season is a key period for cybercriminals. And each year we see an increase in cyberattacks during what should be a feel-good time. The picture is all-the-more worrying in 2022, By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Yorkshire-based TBB delivers brand evolution and awareness campaign for BeFibre Integrated agency The Bigger Boat (TBB) has delivered a brand evolution and asset-rich awareness campaign for broadband provider, BeFibre, as it embarks on a roadshow to provide ‘broadband as it should be’ across major towns and cities throughout the UK. Aiming to capture attention and bring the brand’s presence By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Landmark day for Leeds as the city welcomes His Majesty The King His Majesty The King was welcomed to Leeds today for his first visit to the city since ascending to the throne. After arriving at historic Leeds Central Library this afternoon, The King unveiled a special plaque to mark the 10th anniversary of the Child Friendly Leeds initiative, which was launched By The Editor • 3 min read
Business MPG collaborates with Institute of Quarrying to futureproof the mineral planning industry Yorkshire-based multidisciplinary environmental consultancy, MPG, has collaborated with the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) to overhaul a key training course, with the aim of strengthening the future of the mineral planning industry. The programme – that counts as 30 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours – will take place over a six-month period and By The Editor • 2 min read
