Business Yorkshire communications agency backs women’s crew taking on the World’s Toughest Row Yorkshire-based communications and PR agency, Counter Context, is backing team Ace of Blades – a crew of four women who, on 12 December 2023, will embark on an epic journey to row 3,000 miles unassisted across the Atlantic in a 25-ft boat. Competing in the ‘The World’s Toughest Row By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Employment team at Leeds law firm grows by 50% Leading Yorkshire law firm Ward Hadaway has announced a key appointment in its employment team as the department continues to grow. The firm welcomes Amy Hughes to the employment department, which has grown by 50% in the last two years. Amy advises on all aspects of employment law providing expertise By The Editor • 1 min read
Entrepreneurs Pocklington Farm Shop pivots in response to changing market conditions A Pocklington farm shop has remodelled its business in response to the challenging retail environment. The team behind The Mile Farm Shop have repurposed the shop to create a ‘Showcase and Sell' Emporium for local creatives and makers to sell their products. Jo Barnes owns the long-established business with By The Editor • 2 min read
Entrepreneurs Rural voice to influence regional decision making New devolutionary powers are evolving the focus of a rural network that gives the countryside a voice, as it seeks to ensure countryside dynamics are considered by policy makers. The Yorkshire Food Farming and Rural Network is a group supported by farming charity the Yorkshire Agricultural Society that has been By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle The world premiere production of The Syndicate Based on the smash-hit, critically acclaimed BBC One drama that entertained millions of viewers over four series, the world premiere of Kay Mellor’s final stage play, The Syndicate, tours the UK for 14 weeks from April to July next year. TV and stage star and Yorkshire Businesswoman ambassador Gaynor By The Editor • 2 min read
Business New chief executive for Leeds Community Foundation Leeds Community Foundation have announced the appointment of their new chief executive, Steph Taylor. Steph has been Deputy CEO at Leeds Community Foundation and director of GiveBradford for the past three years and succeeds Kate Hainsworth, who will be officially stepping away in December after over eight years with the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Aubergine stays nimble with new PR win Leeds PR agency Aubergine has been appointed on a retained basis to handle the PR for award-winning social enterprise Stay Nimble. Stay Nimble helps organisations retain and develop great team members and supports thousands of people in their career. Aubergine’s initial job is to promote the company’s new By The Editor • 2 min read
EditorsBlog A rare trip to Harrogate It's been such a long time since I visited Harrogate, so was delighted to be invited by PR Katherine Busby to visit Mama Doreen's Imporium on Station Square for brunch and to view some fabulous French fashions from Aurelie, set up by Lucy Robinson www.aurelie. By The Editor • 2 min read
Entrepreneurs Innovative rural women share their success stories Stories of innovative diversification and inspiring accounts of rural careers have been shared at a sold-out Autumn Gathering of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society’s Women In Farming Network. The milestone 10th autumn get-together of this thriving network of women who live and work in the countryside brought together 130 delegates By The Editor • 4 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle New luxury Oriental restaurant announces Leeds opening date Blue Pavilion, the highly anticipated, premium Oriental restaurant from the owners of Blue Sakura, has announced its official opening date of 30th October. After months of preparation, Blue Pavilion will officially open its doors to the vibrant heart of Leeds, promising an unforgettable dining and entertainment experience. Building on the By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Artist-inspired gifts set to adorn the shelves at Yorkshire Sculpture Park Yorkshire Sculpture Park's award-winning shop is set to offer an exclusive range of gifts this Christmas, many inspired by the internationally renowned artists who have or are currently exhibiting at YSP. From limited edition prints to playful stationery, delicious treats through to stylish kitchen accessories, every gift purchased By The Editor • 3 min read
