Business EY invests in new office as Leeds business pursues long-term growth EY has announced that it is relocating to a new office in Leeds city centre, continuing the firm’s investment in its growing Yorkshire business. The new office, based in Wellington Place, is only a short walk from Leeds train station and combines a well-connected location with enhanced technology and By The Editor • 2 min read
Business New appointment drives growth at Aqualand Industries Aqualand Industries is supporting its growth plans with the appointment of Alan Parkinson as new business development manager. Alan will lead the company’s sales activity around the world and build on its strong partnerships with leading leisure brands. He joins from a senior business development role at Kirklees College, By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Firm celebrates 10 year anniversary with random acts of kindness RJC Plant Services began it’s rollout of 10 acts of kindness recognising three local community heroes RJC Plant Services Ltd, a North Yorkshire based provider of grab hire and aggregate supplies, is celebrating their 10th anniversary by saying thanks to three local community heroes with random acts of kindness. By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Global environmental protection SME invited to Winter Olympics 2026 Bid Committee meeting The UK’s leading developer of specialised leak detection and environmental protection systems, Andel, was one of a handful of businesses invited to attend an Olympic Bid Committee meeting recently. The Yorkshire SME showcased its water sustainability products for officials for the Winter Olympics and Paralympics due to be held By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Leadership transition at Leeds-based Stephenson Personal Care Stephenson Personal Care (‘Stephenson’), a global leader in personal care and cosmetic ingredients, announces a significant leadership transition as Jamie Bentley, the visionary force behind the Horsforth company's growth and success, steps back. During his tenure, Jamie fulfilled his aspiration to drive the company’s growth and enhance By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Quarter of Yorkshire and Humber employers see an increase in staff home working A new survey from Acas has found that more than one-quarter (26%) employers in Yorkshire and the Humber have seen an increase in staff working from home in the last 12 months. Nearly one in five bosses (18%) have also reported a reduction in physical workspace as the reason behind By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Leeds office rents now breaking all records The prime rent for Grade A office space in Leeds has now risen to £38 per sq ft, breaking all records, according to global property consultancy Knight Frank. In Knight Frank’s brand-new UK Cities report, published this week, it is revealed that city centre rents have increased by six By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Beverley Building Society builds on its community strategy by supporting local sports clubs Beverley Building Society has announced new sponsorship partnerships with both Beverley Rugby Union Football Club (RUFC) and Beverley Town Football Club. The partnership with Beverley RUFC will see the Society become a sponsor of the women’s team as well as supporting some of the mini and junior teams. As By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Award-winning developer unveils St Valentine's deals To celebrate St Valentine’s Day, and the season of love, award-winning Huddersfield residential developer Yorkshire Country Properties has unveiled a trio of fabulous offers on three of its brand-new three-bedroom houses. Two of the houses are at YCP’s Shepley development and one at Skelmanthorpe. Both developments are close By The Editor • 2 min read
Business MAD Devs is accelerating its international expansion plans with a launch in the UAE Leeds-based, MAD Devs is supporting Mercedes with lead management and document management platforms to improve the customer experience and enhance operational efficiency. Commenting on the growth, David Boyce, CEO at MAD Devs, said: “We’ve put dealers at the heart of our innovation programme, and it’s accelerated the pace By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Expect Distribution welcomes Andy Hague as head of transport Expect Distribution, a leading player in the logistics industry, proudly announces the appointment of Andy Hague as the new head of transport. With an impressive 36-year career in logistics, Andy brings a wealth of experience to this role and is poised to make significant contributions to the company's By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Avant Homes launches first customisable homes Avant Homes North East has announced the first release of eight customisable four-bedroom family homes at its £33m Bradley Point development in High Spen. The eight Maybridge house type properties provide prospective new owners with the flexibility to tailor living spaces to their specific needs. Avant Homes will work with By The Editor • 1 min read
