Leeds Beckett University’s Leeds Law School Clinic new partnership expands student-run legal advice
Leeds Law School has teamed up with national injury firm Hodge Jones & Allen to expand its student-run service offering free legal advice. The new partnership will see students and solicitors work together to provide free legal advice to those who have suffered a personal injury. It will build on the service already provided by…
Peposhi pens permanent deal
Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce powerful forward Eliot Peposhi has signed a permanent one-year deal following a successful trial with the club! The 19-year-old arrived on trial at the start of pre-season, having made 10 appearances for St. Helens’ Reserves as they reached the Grand Final in 2023. Peposhi has impressed in both pre-season…
Quality and sustainability award for campus food at York St John University
Food for Life certification marks dedication to high standards and traceability of produce York St John University is pleased to announce that the University’s onsite catering has achieved prestigious Food for Life accreditation. The official award from the Soil Association recognises that YSJ Kitchen serves food that is considered good for our climate, nature and…
Local partnerships help York students build their future in construction
Students in York have been learning about careers in the construction industry this month, gaining valuable real-world experience of a wide range of different roles. Year 11 students were given an opportunity to experience life as an apprentice at a range of local businesses across the city last week [18 January]. The construction sector is…
Bulls reveal new Vice Presidents package & first Vice President!
Bradford Bulls are delighted to reveal its brand-new Vice Presidents Package. We are offering fans and sponsors the fantastic, mutually beneficial opportunity to become one of our 17 exclusive 2024 Vice Presidents. As a Vice President your seasonal membership payment will contribute directly to the payment of our 1st Team win bonuses and will undoubtedly,…
Survey of all York’s council homes begins ahead of developing investment plans
City of York Council is about to start looking at every single one of its council homes through a stock condition survey. This survey of council homes will gather the information needed to plan and fund an improvement programme which regularly invests £10 million per year in the modernisation of the council’s 7,400 homes. The…
The role of finance in driving down NHS carbon emissions
Carbon reduction commitments already play a role in the assessment of public sector suppliers, but for this to genuinely shift the dial towards net zero, we all need to improve how we understand, assess and monitor carbon reduction both within our own organisations and among our suppliers. Since April 2023, suppliers for all new government…
Looking for a new challenge this year?
If you’re looking to develop your career with leadership experience outside of work, City of York Council has a number of volunteering opportunities available that will also enable you to support your local community. Schools across York and the surrounding area are looking for governors from a broad range of professional and personal backgrounds to…
Bank of England expert to reveal financial outlook for Yorkshire at Leeds Beckett University lecture
For over 20 years, Leeds Business School has presented this key lecture in the region’s business calendar. Alex Golledge, who is the bank’s Agent for Yorkshire and Humber, will give an update on the performance of the economy and outline expectations for the months ahead to local business leaders, professionals, and students at the university’s…
Bulls announce Paul Gill as guest of honour
Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce Paul Gill – a familiar name to Leeds Rhinos and Rugby League in Bradford – will be our Guest of Honour on Sunday at Odsal Stadium. The hugely popular figure in the local Rugby League scene was sadly diagnosed with MND (Motor Neurone Disease) last summer. A BARLA tourist…
York marks Holocaust Memorial Day with programme of events
Residents and visitors are invited to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2024 with a programme of commemorative events. Holocaust Memorial Day occurs on 27 January every year to commemorate the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp in 1945. It is an opportunity for people across the world to come together and reflect the horrific events of…
CitiPark expands presence in London with two new branches
CitiPark Portman Square and London Barbican Now Open Leading parking operator CitiPark, a subsidiary of property investor Town Centre Securities PLC (TCS), is celebrating its expansion across the capital by announcing the opening of two new branches in the heart of London. These strategic additions, in Portman Square and Aldersgate, mark a significant step forward…
Interview opportunity: York Free School Meals
Working together with the schools currently involved in the Free School Meals pilot would like to offer media contacts the opportunity to express an interest in visiting one of the schools to film, record or report on the implementation of the programmes. At the moment we have multiple slots available to visit Westfield Primary School…
Council’s Executive proposes tough reductions to balance budget
City of York Council publishes its 2024-25 budget proposals today, including what senior leaders have described as ‘deeply troubling but unavoidable cuts’ to deliver a balanced budget. A November 2023 report to the council’s Executive Committee said delivery of the council’s Medium-Term four-year Financial Strategy would be extremely challenging for residents and for the council,…
New year, new job? Come to the latest Jobs Fair!
Anyone looking for work across the city or some support with training or getting new qualifications is welcome at the latest Acomb Jobs Fair on 24 January. This regular recruitment event features dozens of employers and employment agencies, and takes place on Wednesday 24 January, 11am – 2pm at Acomb Parish Church Hall, Front Street,…
This new year, swap smoking for more money and better mental health!
Stopping smoking is often referred to as ‘giving up’, but this new year, City of York Council’s Health Trainer team is focusing on the gains. By swapping cigarettes to safer forms of nicotine, such as patches, gum or a vape you can save hundreds of pounds, whilst improving your mental and physical health significantly when…
Over 90% of two year olds take up childcare places in York
Over 90% of two-year-olds eligible for government-funded childcare took up their place at a nursery or childminder in York last term, the highest percentage across the region. Regularly attending a childcare setting, such as a playgroup, nursery or childminder, can help children learn to play with others, develop new skills and get ready for school….
Bulls to face Rhinos for Keith Howard Foundation Trophy
Bradford Bulls can announce we will host Leeds Rhinos in our final pre-season fixture for the Keith Howard Foundation Trophy on Sunday 28th January at Odsal Stadium (3:00pm kick off!) The two rivals will lock horns once more in our final pre-season fixture ahead of the start of the eagerly anticipated 2024 season, which sees Eamon…
Schofield Sweeney starts 2024 with promotions
Yorkshire-based law firm Schofield Sweeney has started the year positively by recognising the achievements of its employees with promotions. Learning, developing, and supporting the career ambitions of its people is a key part of the organisation and the promotions celebrate the outstanding achievements of the individuals. Jessica Fielden has been promoted to Director in the…
Savills strengthens office leasing team in Leeds with new Director
International real estate advisor Savills has strengthened its office leasing team in Leeds with the appointment of Toby Nield, who has joined as a Director. Toby has extensive office leasing and occupier knowledge spanning over a decade. He joins from real estate firm Cushman & Wakefield, where he was involved in projects such as New…
New fund to help lift inequalities from York’s most deprived communities
A new, city-wide pot of £100,000 aims to deliver projects which support those communities in York which are most in need of better health, greater fulfilment and prosperity. Applications are being invited from organisations across the city’s wards, and can be for a maximum £10,000 share of the funding. Reflecting the vision of the Council…
York St John University report reveals vital role of mental health and wellbeing hubs for health, care and emergency service staff
The value of Resilience Hubs, a specialist service offering mental health and wellbeing support to all emergency, health and care staff, is highlighted in a report commissioned by the NHS. A new report has highlighted that specialist wellbeing support offered by the Humber and North Yorkshire Resilience Hub played an important part in hundreds of…
Bradford schools receive electric kit car donations ahead of Formula 24 Challenge
School pupils across Bradford have been tasked with building and racing their own electric kit cars thanks to an innovative new education partnership. Bradford College is supporting the charity Greenpower Education Trust to launch the first Formula 24 Challenge in West Yorkshire. The project will give local 11-16-year-olds the chance to build and race a Greenpower kit car using…
Action needed to expand the financial and professional services talent pipeline in the Yorkshire and the Humber region
Collaboration and action is needed by employers, education providers and government to build on the success of the financial and professional services sector in Yorkshire and the Humber according to a report published today by the Yorkshire and the Humber Financial and Professional Services Skills Commission. The report, Facing the Future: A skills roadmap for…
Manningham Housing Association achieves world first for diversity and inclusion
Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has become the first and only housing association in the world to achieve the global Standard for Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management. Awarded following an on-site assessment and discussions with employees and other stakeholders, ISO 30415 is an internationally recognised certification designed to promote diversity and inclusion within organisations. In…
Leeds Beckett engineers collaborate to develop innovative new products using NHS healthcare waste
Leeds Beckett University and Q Medical Technologies Limited have secured Government funding to develop and commercialise innovative new products repurposing healthcare waste. The team will begin by commercialising new, low-carbon aggregate substitutes known as floc – repurposed and treated, clinical and offensive NHS waste – which are in demand for use in civil engineering. Dr…
Town Centre Securities (TCS) welcomes new additions to estates team
Leeds Property Investor Further Strengthens Team With Key Hires Leading property development and investment company, Town Centre Securities PLC (TCS), is pleased to announce two recent appointments, reinforcing its commitment to excellence whilst expanding its portfolio and development pipeline. Lynsey Clarke joins TCS as Asset Manager for the Merrion Centre in Leeds, the company’s single…
New partner joins Schofield Sweeney
Yorkshire-based law firm Schofield Sweeney has appointed Stephen Lewis as a partner in their litigation team. Stephen has over 25 years of experience resolving issues and disputes for all sizes of businesses and private individuals. “I am delighted to join a gem of a Yorkshire firm with a truly national outlook. I was instantly attracted…
City of York Council backs Clean Air Night
As winter draws in and the nights get cold, the council is supporting Clean Air Night (24 January) to raise awareness of the dangers of burning wood and other solid fuels in the home. While it might appear more cost-effective to use a wood stove or fireplace with rising energy costs this winter, research shows…
City of York Council launches appeal for foster carers for York children and young people
City of York Council is launching a new campaign this new year to recruit foster carers to support children and young people who can’t live with their own families. The council cares for around 200 children and young people in York and urgently needs local foster carers to provide them with safe, loving homes. It’s…
Philip Sharp joins Board of Directors
Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce the appointment of Lifelong fan, 38 year old, Philip Sharp to the club’s Board of Directors. Upon his appointment, Philip said; “I am delighted to join the Board of Directors and become an owner of this incredible club; it’s been an ambition of mine as a lifelong supporter. My…
2024 can be year of renewed hope for Bradford – Manningham Housing Association
The Chief Executive and Chair of Manningham Housing Association have said that 2024 can be “a year of renewed hope and expectation” for the district’s residents as Bradford prepares to become UK City of Culture 2025. In a joint New Year message, Lee Bloomfield and Rupert Pometsey also spoke of their belief that, despite a…
Temporary closure of Low Petergate
City of York Council has closed Low Petergate outside Poundland this afternoon. It is likely to remain closed until Monday morning at the earliest. Work to permanently repair a void which was plated before Christmas, has revealed a hole which extends halfway across the road. A diversion is in place around Swinegate. Work to repair the…
To win more sales in 2024 you must do these 3 things
How To Win More Sales in 2024 Now that you’ve finished the minced pies, perhaps made some new year resolutions (I don’t), it’s time to dust off the tech and get straight back into it. As if the world wasn’t changing quickly enough, there are a number of key issues to urgently address (before Feb,…
Further growth for Andrew Jackson’s real estate and property team
Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP announces that Kirsty Barsby has joined its real estate and property team as a partner, further strengthening the firm’s client services offering across the region and beyond. With over 18 years’ experience across a broad range of property matters, Kirsty’s clients operate across several sectors including hotel and leisure, residential and…
Archbishop of York calls for ‘Hungry Minds’ support
City of York Council and The Archbishop of York have launched a joint appeal for support for the City’s Hungry Minds Free School Meals campaign. The City Council’s newly adopted Council Plan, ‘One City, for all’, contains a pledge to start the journey towards becoming an anti-poverty city, including supporting young people and families, reducing…
A fond farewell as Manningham Housing Association Chair steps down
The Chief Executive of Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has paid tribute to the Bradford-based organisation’s Chair, Barrington Billings, who is stepping down at the end of December after more than six and a half years in the role. Mr Billings has more than three decades of experience in the housing sector and is currently Head…
Bulls encouraging businesses to match donation
We’re thrilled to announce we generated a total of 371 engagements in response to our CEO Jason Hirst’s Christmas Message – where he pledged support for local charity Homeless Not Hopeless. (CLICK HERE TO READ) The Bulls are rounding that number up and will be making a £400 donation to chosen charity partner, Homeless not…
Over £50,000 injected into good causes by chemical company
Dozens of charities and community groups have benefitted from donations throughout 2023 from a North Yorkshire chemical company. Airedale Group, chemical specialists based in Cross Hills, has given contributions totalling more than £50,000 to local organisations as part of its ongoing commitment to its communities and the environment. Beneficiaries have included Manorlands hospice, Sutton-in-Craven Community…
Incommunities appoints new Director of Communities
A 22,650-home housing association based in Bradford has appointed a new Director of Communities Bradford based housing provider Incommunities has appointed Patrick Collins as its new Director of Communities. Patrick joined Incommunities in November 2020, as Head of Neighbourhood Management. He has more than 30 years’ experience in the housing sector and before joining…
City of York Council moves to rebuild Equalities partnerships with City’s Human Rights and Equalities Board
City of York Council’s Executive committee is set to agree proposals to move forward with a refreshed structure for York’s Human Rights and Equalities Board, in agreement with York Human Rights City Network. A report to this evening’s Executive Committee meeting notes that this follows significant discussions to reset the relationship between the Council and…
Bulls in dream land thanks to new sponsor
We are delighted to announce an exciting, new partnership with La Romantica Beds that will see them feature on our 2024 jerseys! The Heckmondwike-based firm boast an extensive range of beds made specifically based on client feedback and now have a collection that suits all tastes, pockets and sleeping habits. La Romantica Beds have been…
Final stages of hostile vehicle measures starts in the new year
The final stages of work to protect the city centre will resume at Blake Street and Parliament Street from 8 January 2024. Blake Street will be closed to all traffic for up to eight weeks. Alternative access for vehicles will be via Goodramgate and Spurriergate (access is also available via High Petergate). Access to businesses and…
The Bradford Bulls are proud to announce the return of “The Big Bradford Bulls Sleep Out” on the 19th of January at Odsal Stadium
Building on the success of last year’s Sleep Out, this initiative aims to raise awareness and vital funds to support local charities – Focus4Hope, Homeless Not Hopeless, Calderdale SmartMove/ Happy Days, and the Bradford Bulls Foundation. The event will start at 5pm at the back of the Stainforth Construction Stand, where there will be Live…
Inspectas sponsors multi-generational Yorkshire rounders team
A rounders team which shot to the top of its division during its first season has received a sponsorship boost from property compliance business, Inspectas. The Birkenshaw Blue Dogs rounders team formed in 2022 from a desire by parents to “do something for us” in a male dominated sporting community. Today the team has more…
Wyedean Weaving unveils £200k Haworth mill investment
A 150-year-old Grade II listed mill in Haworth has had a £200k facelift thanks to family business Wyedean Weaving. Bridgehouse Mill was among the first water powered textile mills on the River Worth 1 and was pivotal in Haworth’s role in the industrialisation of the textile industry. Now home to Wyedean Weaving’s production of ceremonial…
National awards recognition for West Yorkshire housing association
Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has been shortlisted in two categories for the Housing Digital Innovation Awards 2024. The BME-led organisation, which manages more than 1,400 affordable homes in Bradford and Keighley, is in the final running for the ‘Most Innovative Approach to Culture and Wellbeing’ prize as well as ‘Best Digital Experience (Landlords).’ MHA holds…
Invitation to drop-in workshops ahead of Blue Badge holder’s access reopening on 4 January
Ahead of Blue Badge holder access to the city centre reopening at Goodramgate from 4 January 2024 and at Blake Street from Easter, disabled residents planning to visit the city centre are reminded of their invitation to drop into two workshops being held in the city centre. On 12 October, senior councillors at City of…