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Wakefield Business News
Many happy returns as Invergordon’s ERG celebrates 50 years of success
A family-owned window and conservatory specialist is celebrating 50 years of serving the Highlands in style by posting record sales and launching a special birthday…
Leeds firm meets growth in demand for local exporters
Since its relocation from Wakefield to Leeds last year, European road freight operator Europa Road has seen steady growth in goods exported for local firms.
Business event showcases best of business in Wakefield
More than 70 business owners attended a unique event showcasing the best of Wakefield’s businesses at a unique event last week.
‘Ey Up Wakefield’ event to showcase best of business in the city
A leading office and co-working space is set to put on an event to showcase the best of business in Wakefield next month.
Switalskis new build conveyancing team grows with two new appointments
Law firm Switalskis has appointed Ben Wilson and Harriet Findlay to its eight-strong specialist new build conveyancing team based at the firm’s Leeds office.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park offers artistic opportunity with 2024 Yorkshire Graduate Award
Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) has launched the 2024 Yorkshire Graduate Award that offers a residency opportunity for a graduate artist to develop their practice.
Law Firm Launches Dedicated Employee Ownership Service
One of Yorkshire’s leading law firms has launched a dedicated employee ownership advisory service.
New project set to help more young entrepreneurs unlock their potential
A programme of activities and courses that will give young people in West Yorkshire many more opportunities to develop their creative and entrepreneurial skills has…
Yorkshire linseed paint manufacturer appointed to £4m Wakefield transformation programme
Leeds-based Brouns & Co, the UK’s only manufacturer of environmentally sustainable linseed paint and one of just a handful of producers worldwide, is playing a…
Hazlemere opens its doors inside the M25 with £100,000 showroom launch
A leading home improvement specialist has opened its first showroom inside the M25 as it looks to tap into growing demand for its range of…
Switalskis expands family law team with two new appointments
Switalskis has strengthened its family law team with the appointment of a new solicitor and paralegal to its Wakefield and Huddersfield offices.
Tree-mendous effort by Yorkshire Sculpture Park in new year planting initiative
Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP)’s Estate Team, along with staff from Wakefield Council, planted a staggering 550 saplings in a single day as part of a…
Housebuilder’s treats spread joy for Featherstone Rovers sports camp
Yorkshire housebuilder, Orion Homes, helped to spread some joy for children in the Featherstone area with treats donated to a multi-sports activity camp run by…
Morley Glass named finalist in Made in Yorkshire 2024 Awards
A post-consumer glass recycling initiative developed by Morley Glass in conjunction with Saint-Gobain Glass has been shortlisted for a prestigious award, putting it in the…
Ambitious new agency launch for teaching and special education needs professionals
A new and innovative recruitment agency has launched in the North of England, with Elite Teaching Solutions set to open up opportunity and prosper for…
Simply Vent Announces Major Expansion And Partnership
Simply Vent, one of the country’s fastest-growing suppliers of ventilation and noise control solutions, is proud to announce a significant investment in new premises and…
The problem with switching software supplier
When it comes to domestic suppliers, like utilities, insurance, and financial services, these days the majority of us don’t think twice about regularly switching providers…
Double delight for Yorkshire Sculpture Park at 2023 Yorkshire Tourism Awards
Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) has scooped two top awards at the Yorkshire Post Tourism Awards for 2023.
New Government-funded programme to drive innovation and growth in West Yorkshire SMEs
Leeds Beckett University is partnering in a new Government-funded support programme, to drive innovation and boost the productivity and resilience of West Yorkshire businesses.
Volunteers create winter wonder-scape for Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Yorkshire Sculpture Park’s Christmas decorations have a very personal touch this year with staff picking up paintbrushes to produce a unique winter wonderland frieze across…
Chipping away at the skills shortage
A Wakefield based joinery firm’s team is feeling chipper, after scooping an award for its commitment to skills, training and local employment.
New RFID and AI technology set to revolutionise performance of West Yorkshire greetings card company
A team of academic experts from Leeds Beckett University are driving innovation and boosting productivity in the region – by supporting the development of new…
New CAPA Contract Helps Leading Law Firm Extend Inquest Services Offering
A leading Yorkshire law firm that specialises in representing bereaved families at inquests has secured a contract to enable them to expand the types of…
Switalskis welcomes new trainee intake
Law firm Switalskis has announced the appointment of five trainees, bringing its total number of trainee solicitors to 14.