Business Yorkshire and the Humber achieves lowest level of insolvency-related activity in England in February Yorkshire and the Humber put in a stalwart performance in February recording the lowest level of insolvency-related activity of all the English regions since the previous month according to the latest research from the UK’s insolvency and restructuring trade body, R3. Last month, insolvency-related activity affected 263 businesses in By The Editor • 2 min read
Business National trade body celebrates Wetherby young achiever A building materials specialist from Wetherby has been recognised for his commitment to the industry. National trade body The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) and Builders’ Merchants News (BMN), have joined forces to identify the Top 100 Young Achievers across the multi-billion-pound building materials sector, and shine a light on the By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Frank Marhsall Estates buys Bingley Business Park Leading Bradford developer Frank Marshall Estates has bought Cottingley Business Park, near Bingley, in an off-market deal for an undisclosed sum. The 78,000 sq ft office park has been acquired from West Yorkshire property management and development company Cox22. Frank Marshall Estates is owned and run by Edward and By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Mulgrave's iconic old guardhouse shortlisted for 2 major awards A former RAF radar site overlooking the North Sea in North Yorkshire, which has been restored to its former glory, has been short-listed for two major awards. The Old Guard House in Goldsborough, near Whitby, part of the award-winning Mulgrave Estate, has been converted into a luxury five-bedroom holiday home. By The Editor • 3 min read
Business JPG Group becomes official community partner of Leeds United Engineering consultancy, JPG Group has agreed a multi-year deal to join the Leeds United Community Partnership. Established in Leeds more than 36 years ago with its headquarters just a short distance from Elland Road, JPG agreed the deal as part of its commitment to local community engagement and ongoing support By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Tracy Brabin to end mayoral term with landmark decision on bus reform The final Combined Authority meeting of West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin's term in office will today see a raft of decisions and investment made to create a region that works for all. This will include the long-awaited decision on whether to take the region’s bus services back By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Bringing life back to Bondville Model Village The beloved landmark in Sewerby, Bridlington, is thrilled to announce a new chapter in its storied history with the introduction of new owners, husband and wife, Rachel and Mark Hill. With a passion for preserving tradition whilst embracing the new, the family are committed to elevating the visitor experience and By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Bobble Digital wins Leeds Marketing Agency of the Year Award for fourth year Bobble Digital, a media-focused digital marketing agency based in Leeds, has won Best Digital Marketing Agency in Leeds in the Business Elite Awards 2024 for the fourth consecutive year. The UK-based awards aim to recognise and showcase the efforts of highly skilled SMEs across the UK, using impartial judgement to By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Bellway teams up with Own New to offer lower-rate mortgages Housebuilder Bellway has partnered with Own New to make mortgages more affordable to people purchasing new homes in Yorkshire. A new mortgage product, Own New Rate Reducer, could see buyers of new-build Bellway homes in the region benefit from interest rates below 1.00 per cent. It will also be By The Editor • 2 min read
Business C&C Fabrications extends partnership with Castleford Tigers C&C Fabrications, leading steel fabrication specialist in the UK and recipient of the Business of the Year 2023 award, announces the continuation of its relationship with local rugby league club, Castleford Tigers, for the 2024 season. C&C Fabrications’ sponsorship allows their logo to be proudly displayed By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Commercial building consultancy Jones Hargreaves reports busiest year Leading commercial building, project and sustainability consultancy Jones Hargreaves has reported a 60% turnover uplift in its latest accounts after successfully bolstering its ESG services, opening new offices and expanding its team. The national consultancy firm, which now has offices in London, Leeds, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff and Glasgow, completed over By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Sheffield’s flagship office welcomes first occupant DLA Piper has signed up to take the top two floors of Elshaw House, Sheffield City Council’s new zero carbon-ready office building. DLA Piper’s move into Elshaw House will see one of the world’s largest law firms, and a key employer in the city, maintain its presence By The Editor • 2 min read
