Persimmon Homes Donate 18,000 Bricks to Bradford College Construction Department
Bradford College cemented its partnership with Persimmon Homes after receiving a generous donation of 18,000 bricks. The gift is enough bricks to build the external walls of a four-bedroom house and will provide the college’s construction department with essential materials for vital hands-on training. To celebrate this support, Bradford College hosted a special event at…
Bradford College ‘Junction Mills’ Development Achieves Sustainability Award for Carbon Savings
Bradford College is celebrating after attaining Morgan Sindall Construction’s platinum certification for outstanding carbon savings on a new building development. It was the only project in the whole of the Yorkshire region to achieve this status in 2025. Bradford College’s £19.3 million Junction Mills building on Thornton Road has saved an impressive 473 tonnes of…
York St John now the highest rated university in the region for sustainability
A record 91 place rise in the People & Planet sustainability and ethical performance rankings Sustainability work right across York St John University is behind a record result in People & Planet’s University League 2025. This is the only comprehensive and independent league table of UK universities ranked by environmental and ethical performance. York St…
Regional construction firms bring Christmas spirit to Leeds College of Building
A Child Friendly Leeds Christmas event has snowballed after regional construction firms responded to an urgent appeal for donations. The Child Friendly Leeds team work in partnership with their network of Ambassadors to offer a range of opportunities and experiences to families supported by children’s social care and third sector ambassador partners. This year, Leeds…
Building inclusive businesses. Strengthening our region.
The Institute for Equity University Centre is proud to launch two new networks designed to support the growth of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across Yorkshire. In a fast-changing business environment, organisations that truly understand their workforce are better placed to attract and retain talent, build trust and ensure colleagues feel valued. Just as importantly,…
New adult skills funding set to boost careers in construction
An award of nearly half a million pounds from the Department for Education is helping Bradford College to support more young adults into the construction sector. Over £994k in Adult Skills Fund money was made available to regional colleges via the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) to deliver comprehensive construction skills, with Bradford College securing nearly…
Study to slow short-sightedness in young adults
The University of Bradford is spearheading a study into the progression of short-sightedness among young adults, aiming to tackle one of the fastest-growing global eye health challenges. The research on short-sightedness, also known as myopia, among people aged in their 20s follows similar research into myopia among children. Myopia is defined as a…
‘Clash on Campus’ sees wrestling rock University
The stars of Kingdom Wrestling, the UK’s first faith-based professional wrestling charity, slammed their way into the University of Bradford for an action-packed show. ‘Clash on Campus’ saw a crowd of enthusiastic fans enjoy a night of suplexes, clotheslines and powerbombs inside the University’s cavernous atrium. Fans of all ages gathered for what is intended…
12 tips for controlling your eating over Christmas
With Christmas advertising for the big day feast in full swing, it’s time to consider how we will approach the season. A few techniques and strategies can help prevent us from overeating during the Christmas period, and a positive consequence from showing a bit of restraint now will leave us more resilient and better positioned…
Signs, tips and advice on men’s mental health at Christmas
As the festive season approaches, a mental health campaigner is calling on men to prioritise their wellbeing and open up about their struggles. Luke Ambler, co-founder of male suicide prevention charity, Andy’s Man Club, warns Christmas can be one of the toughest times of the year for many men. He says men might struggle with…
Innovative construction partnership reaches apprenticeship awards final
A long-standing partnership between Leeds College of Building (LCB) and construction firm BAM has been shortlisted for the 2026 Apprenticeship & Training Awards – one of the most high-profile events in the education sector. The prestigious annual awards recognise those who are shaping a highly skilled, inclusive, and future-ready workforce through their commitment to apprenticeships…
Bradford College Shortlisted as ‘Apprenticeship Provider of the Year’
Judges have unveiled that Bradford College is a national finalist in the 2026 Apprenticeship & Training Awards. The College is one of 94 entries on the shortlist for the prestigious annual education awards. An independent panel of expert judges assessed over 650 nominations in total, from employers, training providers, colleges and universities. Winners will be…
Trinity Leeds and White Rose unite with Retail Trust to tackle abuse towards retail workers this festive season
As the festive rush begins, Trinity Leeds and White Rose have both joined forces with the Retail Trust, the retail industry charity, to help protect retail workers from rising levels of abuse, with dedicated free training to help colleagues manage difficult interactions. Delivered through the charity’s Let’s Respect Retail campaign, Trinity Leeds, White Rose and…
How Mollie turned adversity into academic triumph
When Mollie Browes walked across the stage to collect her Master’s degree from the University of Bradford, it marked the start of a future she once thought impossible. “I’ve been given a second chance by this university,” says the 28-year-old. “They saw potential in me when no one else did. I would not be where…
Lord-Lieutenant of West Yorkshire handed University honour
Ed Anderson CBE says he feels “extremely honoured” to receive his award from the University of Bradford, describing it as a special moment in a relationship that began more than half a century ago. The former CEO of Leeds & Bradford Airport and lifelong Bruce Springsteen fan – he’s been to see ‘the Boss’ 17…
LCB Win Double at ‘Building the Future’ Construction Awards 2025
Leeds College of Building (LCB) is celebrating after taking home two awards at the ‘Building the Future’ Construction Awards in Birmingham. The college won both the ‘Best Further Education Provider Supporting Careers in Construction’ award and the ‘Best Higher Education Provider Supporting Careers in Construction’ award. Celebrated annually, the Building the Future Construction…
Graduates leave legacy with women in STEM network
A pair of students behind a support network group for women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) have left a lasting legacy after graduating from the University of Bradford. Alex Troup and Maleeha Abbass, the Creator and President of the University’s STEMinism Society, which exists to promote STEM subjects, particularly to women and girls, driving…
York firm builds skills for the future thanks to support from City of York Council
A York conservation firm training up the next generation of expert craftspeople has thanked City of York Council for the business support that has helped it thrive. Pinnacle Conservation, established by managing director Adam Hickey in 2019, now employs 58 staff, including nine apprentices, who are all paid the Real Living Wage as part of…
Chief executive celebrated for transforming health services
The Chief Executive of Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised for her leadership and dedication to public service by the University of Bradford. Therese Patten, who has held the post since September 2020, has more than 17 years of board-level experience in the National Health Service. She has received an Outstanding Contribution…
Pioneering scientist given posthumous University honour
A trailblazing female scientist has been honoured by the University of Bradford a year after her death. Professor Diana Anderson MBE’s work focused on using a single test for each type of cancer detection, such as mutation, and she was respected across the world. She retired aged 83 from her role as Professor of Biomedical…
Poverty Proofing© the School Day pilot for York pupils
Partners across the city are working to reduce the barriers faced by York pupils from low-income families in school, with a pilot scheme this autumn. Poverty Proofing© the School Day involves making changes to school policies and practices to reduce the barriers faced by pupils, including addressing issues like financial constraints, stigma, and lack of access…
Moon signal man honoured by university
Born in Bradford in 1933, Michael John Dinn’s career helped shape one of the most iconic moments in human history – Neil Armstrong’s first steps on the Moon. Now at 92 (he will turn 93 in April), he has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Engineering from the University of Bradford in recognition of his distinguished contributions to deep space tracking and exploration. After…
Boost your team’s skills with funded bootcamps
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is offering two practical Skills Bootcamps designed to help employers upskill their workforce and strengthen organisational capability. Both programmes are delivered face-to-face at Wakefield College, City Centre Campus, and run over 12 weeks. Skills Bootcamp in Digital Skills (IT Office Skills) Start Date: Friday, 9 January 2026 Schedule: Fridays, 9am–3pm This hands-on programme equips…
Leeds College of Building apprentice wins National Education Award
A Leeds College of Building (LCB) apprentice has scooped one of the country’s top education prizes at this year’s National Apprenticeship & Skills Awards. Elyssa Marshall, a Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative apprentice at Yorkshire Housing Association, won the ‘Amazon Intermediate Apprentice of the Year Award’, beating finalists from across the nation. Elyssa progressed to…
Former Morrisons and B&Q executive receives University honour
A former Morrisons executive and retail property director has been recognised for his commitment to the University of Bradford with an honorary award. Terry Hartwell is an experienced corporate real estate professional who has operated at board level in FTSE 100 companies for 25 years. He has been made a Doctor of the University of…
Arts executive given birthday present with a difference
An artistic and creative director received a birthday present with a difference – an honorary award from the University where she studied. Kully Thiarai, who has led a number of arts organisations during her career, including as Creative Director and Chief Executive of Leeds 2023, has received an honorary award from the University of Bradford,…
£1.2m project to uncover Industrial Revolution’s impact on health
A ground-breaking £1.2 million international research project led by the University of Bradford will investigate how the Industrial Revolution affected human health across Britain and the USA. ‘Dead and Buried: Investigating changes in health during the Industrial Revolution using documentary records and human skeletal remains’, a three-year project between Bradford and SUNY Plattsburgh, the state university…
Bradford College launches new academy for creative skills
The Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, officially opened Bradford College’s new skills development space for the creative leaders of tomorrow. ‘The Producing Academy’ is an exciting new facility designed to nurture the wave of creative talent needed across West Yorkshire, helping to position the region as a national powerhouse for the creative industries. Covering…
Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE) – Information for Employers – Please give your views (2 minute survey)
What is Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE)? In a nutshell, and in the context of providing employers with higher skills training packages for employees, LLE consists of Higher Education modules from high value technical courses delivered as standalone training opportunities for employees or individuals. Scheduled to start in 2027, LLE training packages will be fully funded…
LCB roofing apprentices scoop gold and silver at SkillBuild 2025 national final
Two Leeds College of Building (LCB) apprentices were crowned winners at this year’s SkillBuild national final, securing first and second places in the Roof Slating & Tiling category. Dalton Roofing apprentices Samuel Jinks and Levente Szasz won gold and silver medal places respectively at the event held at Arena MK, Milton Keynes. SkillBuild is the UK’s largest…
Bradford College honours higher education students at annual graduation ceremony
A remarkable 373 higher education students gathered at The Life Centre to take part in the 2025 Bradford College graduation ceremony. This is the first year that all Bradford College higher education students attended the same graduation, making it the largest ceremony ever held to date. The annual event brought together special guests, family members,…
Leeds College of Building named UK leader in staff health & wellbeing
Leeds College of Building (LCB) has been recognised as one of the best UK employers after winning the ‘Health & Wellbeing’ category at The Personnel Awards 2025. The 27th national awards celebrate the vital work of HR and Learning & Development teams and showcase the very best achievements of the profession. Almost 900 guests and leaders…
Incredible interactive 3D models will preserve centuries of heritage
Two of Ireland’s most historic walled towns – Kilmallock in County Limerick and Derry/Londonderry in Northern Ireland – have been digitally recreated in stunning detail thanks to pioneering technology developed at the University of Bradford. The project uses advanced scanning techniques to create immersive digital twins of these medieval settlements, capturing everything from towering walls…
Graduation Day 25th November 2025
The countdown is on! On Tuesday 25 November, we’ll be coming together at the iconic Central Hall Westminster, London to celebrate the achievements of our apprentice graduates. This year’s cohorts have shown incredible commitment and talent throughout their programmes, and we couldn’t be more proud of everything they’ve accomplished. Their success is a reflection of…
Skeleton secrets uncovered in new medieval documentary
An online film featuring skeletons from early medieval England examined by an expert from the University of Bradford has been released. History Hit’s film, ‘Medieval Cold Case: Death in the Dark Ages’, features Dr Jo Buckberry, from the University’s Department of Archaeological and Forensic Sciences, providing her expertise on three skeletons dating back to the…
York St John University academic calls for emotionally intelligent dementia care at UK Dementia Congress
Focusing on the emotional experience must be the foundation to person-led dementia care, according to experts from the Institute for Health and Care Improvement at York St John University. The future of quality dementia care relies on understanding and emotional awareness that the experience of dementia heightens feelings and lessens thinking, according to Professor David…
New Chair of Governors announced at The Grammar School at Leeds
Charlene Lyons has been appointed as the new Chair of Governors at The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL), taking over from Angus Martin, who is retiring after over a decade of remarkable service to the school. Charlene has been a governor for nine years and vice chair for the past five, and she brings a…
York schools share best practice at Inclusion and Belonging Conference
School and education leaders in York shared best practice at a citywide conference last month to help children and young people feel included and supported at school. Over 100 representatives from each school and multi-academy trust in York attended the Inclusion and Belonging: Building a School System that works for all conference to hear from local and…
Autumn Budget 2025: prediction and policy pitfalls
Fairness, Feasibility, and the Fragile Art of Fiscal Balance Dr Giray Gozgor is an Associate Professor of Economics and Finance at the School of Management, University of Bradford As Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver the Autumn Budget on 26 November, a University of Bradford economist warns that the challenge is “not just fiscal, but…
Lantern parade lights up Festival of the Dead
More than 200 people paid tribute to their loved ones at a lantern parade held in a Bradford district park. The Festival of the Dead parade, organised by the University of Bradford in collaboration with Cecil Green Arts, Bradford Death Cafe and Kynd, was at Northcliffe Park, Shipley, on Sunday 16 November. Following a parade…
Bradford City stadium VR project aims to inspire other clubs
The team behind an innovative virtual reality (VR)-inspired project featuring Bradford City AFC supporters’ memories hope it will be replicated by other professional football clubs after it was showcased at the University of Bradford. ‘Stories from Valley Parade’, a digital copy of the University of Bradford Stadium, traditionally known as Valley Parade, created for people…
Belzona wins Excellence in Training Award
Belzona, a Harrogate-based global leader in repair composites and protective coatings, has been named the winner of the Excellence in Training Award at the 2025 British Coatings Federation (BCF) Awards. The BCF, the trade association representing decorative paints, industrial coatings, powder coatings, printing inks and wallcovering manufacturers in the UK, announced the winners during its…
From AI to lego play, startups to expansion overseas, York Business Festival offers something for everyone in the region’s business community
Business leaders, entrepreneurs and industry experts set to gather for week of events at York St John University An expanded and ambitious York Business Festival returns next week with a packed, week-long programme of events. The Festival aims to support, connect and celebrate the region’s business community through a series of talks, workshops, advice clinics,…
Votes at 16: Yorkshire academics and youth workers highlight urgent need for political conversations with young people
York St John University to host webinar to examine the role of youth work in preparing for the extension of voting rights to 16 and 17 year olds across the UK. “Young people are politically socialising themselves via social media – they need other voices in the mix” As today’s current Year 7s (12 and…
Bridging the gap: Law Society President visits Leeds Beckett to support aspiring students
Law students at Leeds Beckett University had the opportunity to hear from leading legal professionals at a special Law Society Aspiring Solicitors event on Tuesday 12 November, focusing on social mobility and widening access to the legal profession. The event welcomed guest speakers Mark Evans, President of the Law Society of England and Wales, alongside…
Keighley’s new engineering and manufacturing hub is officially opened
Keighley College’s cutting-edge Technical Engineering Centre (TEC) has been officially opened by a stalwart of the local manufacturing industry. Ninety year old Michael Parkinson OBE from Airedale Springs – whose links to the college span more than half a century – joined employers, apprentices and alumni for the event on Wednesday 12 November. The multi-million…
Female Founders boosted by Bradford start-up event
Female-led innovation took centre stage at the University of Bradford’s Demo Day, showcasing some of the region’s most promising start-ups. Among the 20 start-ups on display were Lotessa, a digital health platform founded by Tsitsi Chinyandura, and X-Trim, a wearable fitness device developed by Lucy Finn. The event marks the culmination of the Bradford-Renduchintala Enterprise…
Students in pole position thanks to Santander’s UK-first app launch
Students at the University of Bradford were firmly in the driving seat during the launch of a new one-stop-shop app developed in partnership with Santander Universities UK. Bradford is the first UK university to join the Santander network – with its UoB Digital app – which contains a campus map, timetables, news, student support services links, Santander benefits…