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New Leeds Beckett University and Northern Ballet Research Partnership to Support Performance, Wellbeing and Health of Dancers
Sports science is stepping onto the stage with professional ballet, as Leeds Beckett University (LBU) and Northern Ballet collaborate on an innovative new research-informed project…

Merrion Centre launches new student food tours and initiatives worth more than £12,000
Leeds’ Merrion Centre, the established shopping and leisure destination, has unveiled its line-up of activities designed to welcome the city’s student community this year.

Yorkshire PR professional marks 25 years with Partners PR
Hannah Trinder is celebrating 25 years with York-based agency, Partners PR.

Breakthrough Book Reveals Hidden Blueprint to Overcome Fatigue, Hormonal Decline & Poor Sleep
Millions across the UK wake up tired, sluggish, and frustrated.

Virtual Decisions CEO Claire Downes Wins Tech for Good Award at 2025 Women In Tech Awards
Recognition celebrates pioneering work in using VR technology to address complex social issues Claire Downes, CEO and co-founder of Virtual Decisions, has been awarded the…

‘Good Growth’ for West Yorkshire as nearly 250 jobs created by business support programme
A business support programme that helps to unlock the potential of expanding companies in West Yorkshire has created nearly 250 jobs, with another 150 on…

Contractor Clegg Construction Completes £37m Leeds Student Accommodation Scheme
Contractor Clegg Construction has handed over a £37m student accommodation scheme in Leeds ready for the new academic year.

Hygge Café to open first Leeds branch at the Merrion Centre
– HYGGE – the much-loved Sheffield-based coffee and brunch spot – is set to bring its cosy, Scandinavian-inspired charm to Leeds this September, with the…

Live sports are coming to Manchester’s Courts Club this September
Manchester’s LA-style hangout spot, Courts Club, is excited to announce the launch of live sports screenings this September, making it the go-to spot in Spinningfields…

North East engineering company undergoes period of significant growth after investment in local workforce
RS Industrial Services (RSIS), a portfolio company of Foresight Group LLP (“Foresight”), a leading regional private equity and infrastructure investment manager, has undergone a significant…

EcoVadis Bronze rating demonstrates Fenton Packaging Solutions’ commitment to sustainability
Leeds-based Fenton Packaging Solutions has been awarded a Bronze medal for sustainability by EcoVadis.

Bradford Estates marks 400,000 sq ft milestone with acquisition of two new industrial estates
Landed estates business Bradford Estates has successfully added two industrial estates to its property portfolio in the latest phase of its strategic acquisition drive.

Next Stop… Flavour Town! Mexi Bean Express Opens QSR Model At First Transport Hub
All aboard for another first for Mexi Bean Express at Wakefield Westgate Train Station, serving up tacos, nachos, burritos and coffee guaranteed to fuel everyone’s…

A Special Day of Kalm In The Heart Of Brighouse
Wellness studio and superfood café Kalm re-opened on Commercial Street in Brighouse on Thursday 14th August, welcoming a group of local wellbeing and lifestyle influencers…

Leeds Office Take-Up Sees Steady Performance Whilst UK Reaches Highest Level in Three Years
Take-up of office space across the UK has reached 20.

Ison Harrison Celebrates Five Shortlistings at Yorkshire Legal Awards 2025
Yorkshire law firm Ison Harrison has been shortlisted in five categories at this year’s prestigious Yorkshire Legal Awards, underlining the firm’s reputation for excellence, client care and…

Harwood Building Control Ltd expands national presence with new Sheffield office opening
Strategic growth supports increased demand across Northern England and enhances nationwide building control services Harwood Building Control Ltd, a trusted provider of building control services,…

Leeds College of Building Named ‘Technical Excellence Colleges’ in £100m Construction Skills Drive
Leeds College of Building (LCB) has been named one of the first ever ‘construction technical excellence colleges’ (CTEC) and will receive a share of £100…

Contractor Clegg Construction Wins Prestigious Office Development Contract
Nottingham-headquartered contractor Clegg Construction has been appointed to build a prestigious eight-storey office development in Leeds.

UK Team Leads The World At ActionCOACH Global Conference
The ActionCOACH UK community is celebrating once again after winning four of the top six accolades at ActionCOACH’s 2025 global conference – including, remarkably, their…

How Arighi Bianchi Is Future-Proofing Its 170-Year Legacy
“Heritage can be a superpower — but only if you evolve,” says Sara Hassan, Head of Marketing at Arighi Bianchi.

World-first suicide prevention platform launched at A Celebration of Hope event
Leeds-based suicide prevention organisation HelloHope brought together more than 80 people for a powerful and uplifting event, ‘A Celebration of Hope’, on Friday 18th July…

Consumer Confidence Continues to Increase Following FCA’s Regulation of Pre-paid Funeral Plan Sector
It is now three years since the biggest shake-up in the history of the UK’s funerals industry Providers and consumers alike are still feeling the…

York experts launch free workshop to help local businesses attract and keep top talent
Two York business leaders are joining forces to help the region’s business owners harness effective communication to become a magnet for talent.