Business WorkWell drives growth with a senior appointment Office group WorkWell has appointed Laura Edwards to the new role of senior renewals manager to support its ambitious growth plans. Laura brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked across customer success and operations functions in the recruitment and technology sectors. In her new position, she is By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Aubergine is the ‘natural’ PR choice for The NatureMade Food & Drink Awards Leeds PR and content agency Aubergine has been appointed to generate awareness of the first ever awards championing foods which steer clear of ultra processing (UPF). Founded by industry veteran Pip Martin, The NatureMade Food & Drink Awards recognise outstanding flavour, sustainable practices, responsible nutrition - and completely natural ingredients. By The Editor • 2 min read
Business EY appoints new Leeds Office Managing Partner EY has appointed Kate Jarman as the firm’s new Leeds office managing partner. Kate has more than 20 years of experience and will be responsible for leading a team of around 500 people to serve EY clients across the region. Kate takes over the role from Tim West, who By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Yorkshire diversity champions honoured at awards Hardworking Yorkshire people, charities and social enterprises were honoured at the region’s first Pride in Diversity Awards, held on 3 July at Leeds First Direct Arena. The awards, who’s media partner is Yorkshire Businesswoman magazine, aimed to highlight people and organisations working to champion members of the community By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Northern issues travel advice for visitors to the Great Yorkshire Show Thousands of visitors are expected to descend on Harrogate this week for one of Britain's largest agricultural events. Train operator Northern is encouraging customers travelling to this year’s Great Yorkshire Show to plan ahead, as services to and from Harrogate are expected to be busier than usual By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Leading family law solicitors appoints new partner Austin Kemp Solicitors, a Legal 500 Leading Firm, has promoted Jennifer Hollyer to a salaried partner - taking the total number of partners to seven by the end of 2025. This latest promotion represents a strategic milestone in the firm’s continued commitment to building a best-in-class family law practice By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Leeds’ hotly anticipated Mediterranean bar and restaurant Opening on the corner of Lower Briggate and Swinegate, new bar, The Banksia bar and restaurant will blend old-world Mediterranean flavours with a modern, vibrant dining experience. Offering a small plate concept, ideal for sharing or simply sampling a varied selection of dishes, The Banksia will provide the perfect setting By The Editor • 3 min read
Business The life of Dame Julie Kenny DBE DL to be honoured The extraordinary life and legacy of Dame Julie Kenny DBE DL, one of South Yorkshire’s most admired figures in business, heritage and public service, is to be celebrated with a public memorial service at Sheffield Cathedral. The event, on Thursday, July 3rd at 3pm, will be followed by a By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Leeds Beckett University celebrates reaccreditation of prestigious Small Business Charter Award Leeds Beckett University has been reaccredited after a recent assessment, recognising the ongoing impact of its work supporting small businesses, student entrepreneurship and local economic growth. The award, granted by the Charter Association of Business Schools and the Small Business Charter, places Leeds Beckett among a select group of UK By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Major funding boost secured for West Yorkshire trams Ambitious plans to bring trams back to West Yorkshire, and deliver a multibillion-pound boost to the economy, have secured a major funding boost from the government. The Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the allocation of £2.1 billion of local transport funding to West Yorkshire which will enable the Combined Authority By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Elland Road neighbourhood: proposals for new homes & leisure opportunities Leeds City Council has launched a consultation on refreshed planning guidance for the future regeneration of land surrounding the Elland Road football stadium, which could deliver a multi-billion pound boost to the city’s economy including potentially up to 2,000 new homes along with major leisure and commercial opportunities. By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Mayor unveils £37m plan to get West Yorkshire working A new multimillion-pound plan aims to guarantee a healthy working life to everyone in West Yorkshire, through new personalised support for people who are out of work because of a disability or health condition. The region’s £37 million plan for healthy working life has been co-created with the NHS By The Editor • 5 min read
