Local firm triumphs at Bradford College Apprenticeship Games 2026
A local firm powered its way to victory at this year’s annual Bradford College Apprenticeship Games. Northern Pump Suppliers Ltd were crowned winners after a day of intense battling against nine other employer teams. The fourth annual Apprenticeship Games brought together teams of apprentices and their employers for a day of action-packed challenges. Each squad competed for…
CO₂Sustain unifies technologies into one breakthrough product
CO₂Sustain, the specialist drinks technology company, today announced the merger of its two flagship solutions –CO₂Sustain™ and TasteMod2™ into a single, next-generation product TM2 engineered to deliver two powerful benefits for drink manufacturers: Superior taste modification Enhanced carbonation retention This strategic move comes in direct response to feedback from leading brands, co-packers and NPD teams around the world, who increasingly seek a single,…
New Chief Executive at TL Dallas
Independent insurance broker, TL Dallas, has appointed Tim Mortimer as its new Chief Executive, as the fourth-generation family firm positions itself for the next phase of managed growth. Tim takes up the role at the Yorkshire-headquartered group as Group Managing Director, and fourth generation family member, Polly Staveley, moves into an Executive Chair position, allowing…
Fintech future ahead for young minds of industry
Bradcoin, a digital rewards token, is at the heart of a wave of fintech innovation emerging from the University of Bradford, where students are reimagining how technology can improve everyday financial experiences. Created by postgraduate students on the University’s MSc Financial Technology (FinTech) programme, Bradcoin is a proposed campus‑wide digital token that would reward students…
Haworth manufacturer crafts replica Brontë hair bracelet for film premiere
A fourth-generation West Yorkshire manufacturer has demonstrated how heritage craftsmanship can intersect with global film promotion, after recreating one of the Brontë family’s most intimate artefacts for the red carpet premiere of Wuthering Heights. Wyedean Weaving, a Haworth-based specialist in braiding and ceremonial manufacturing, was commissioned to produce a replica of the 175-year-old mourning bracelet…
Businesses in Yorkshire with payroll should prepare for April 6 – R-Day
From then, businesses must keep accurate records of holiday entitlement, holiday pay calculations and annual leave processed through payroll for six years. It’s being called R-Day – and every business with payroll systems in Yorkshire could face criminal prosecution if they fail to abide with strict new compliance rules. From April 6, dubbed Records-Day, they…
MP champions construction skills during hospital visit
A local MP has praised the work of exceptional young talent during a visit to a hospital construction project in Keighley. Anna Dixon MP visited Airedale General Hospital to see how work is progressing on a phased programme of structural repairs across the estate. The hospital serves around 220,000 people from a widespread area covering…
Beyond Horizons: Reimagining the future of work experience
This National Work Experience Week, we’re introducing Beyond Horizons, a new programme designed to reimagine the future of workplace experiences for young people in Bradford – and beyond. Is work experience in need of a refresh? Every young person deserves the chance to thrive in the workplace. Yet, in the current system, many young people…
Bradford students win global satellite competition
Students from the University of Bradford have been named among the global winners of a prestigious international satellite engineering competition, beating teams from around the world and becoming the only UK team ever selected in the challenge’s history. The multidisciplinary student team was chosen as one of five global winners of the IEEE Geoscience and…
Apprentice engineers welcome MP to mark National Apprenticeship Week 2026
Bradford College engineering apprentices welcomed a local MP to their workplace to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9-15 February). Judith Cummins MP visited the Engineering Manufacturing Technician apprentices to learn more about their jobs at AESSEAL plc near Dudley Hill – a firm that specialises in the design, manufacture, and supply of mechanical seals and…
Keighley ‘Soul Sisters’ are doing it for themselves
Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has successfully delivered an innovative local project to boost the health and wellbeing of local women in Keighley. ‘Soul Sisters’ brought 12 residents together over a six-week period for a series of themed sessions at Keighley Civic Centre and Keighley Central Hall. Led by Eyarun Nessa, MHA’s Community Development Officer, and…
New study reveals ancient Doggerland started sinking 10,000 years ago
Scientists have uncovered new evidence showing how Doggerland – the vast prehistoric landscape that once connected Britain to mainland Europe – was gradually overwhelmed by rising seas at the end of the last Ice Age. Carbon dating on new core samples taken from the North Sea suggests its demise began around 10,000 years ago with rising sea levels due to melting…
Events launched to help Yorkshire businesses navigate payroll shake-up
Employers in Yorkshire are being urged to get to grips with major payroll changes that are hurtling down the tracks. A raft of strict new regulations are coming into force under the April 6 overhaul, which includes the potential for significant enforcement action for non‑compliance. Azets, a UK top 10 accountancy and business advisory firm…
Breast cancer research boost thanks to Wellcome award
Dr Francis Mprah Barnieh, an early-career researcher at the University of Bradford, has been awarded £236,455 under the competitive Wellcome Accelerator Award scheme to advance the development of safer, more targeted treatments for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). TNBC is one of the most aggressive and difficult-to-treat forms of breast cancer. It disproportionately affects black women and is associated with poorer clinical…
Projects help children explore loss and realities of knife crime
School pupils are exploring bereavement and the dangers of knife crime through two projects from the University of Bradford. ‘Lost and Found: Bereavement, Archaeology and Creativity’ is transforming how primary schools talk about death, loss and bereavement, using archaeology-inspired art and poetry to start these conversations, while Junior Detectives Week sees school students investigate, and…
From burgers to burglars – student Eve targets detective future
A University of Bradford student is set to swap serving fries for fighting crime in her next career move as a police detective. Eve McCallum, 21, is already a high achiever, dividing her time between studying the final year of her LLB (Hons) Law degree, working as floor manager at McDonald’s in Shipley, volunteering for the Witness…
Expect Distribution run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are excited to announce the renewal of their partnership with Expect Distribution, who will continue as the club’s season-long match ball sponsor for the 2026 season. Having initially joined the Bulls in 2024, Expect Distribution has become an integral part of the matchday experience, with their iconic truck, Ernie, delivering the match ball…
Azets appoints Corporate Finance Associate Director
International accountancy and business advisory group Azets has strengthened its Corporate Finance team in Yorkshire with the appointment of Ben Hick as Associate Director in its Leeds office. Ben joins Azets with a decade of experience at PwC and KPMG Corporate Finance advising privately owned and private equity businesses across a variety of sectors including business…
Floor Tonic Shipley run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are proud to announce the renewal of their partnership with Floor Tonic Shipley, who will continue to be our main sponsors as we make our highly anticipated return to the Betfred Super League in 2026. Floor Tonic Shipley has been a valued supporter of Bradford Bulls, with their branding featured prominently on the club’s…
Bradford Garden Centre to host pruning masterclass with leading rose grower
A Bradford garden centre is hosting a rose pruning masterclass with one of the country’s leading names in roses later this month. On Tuesday, 24th February, an expert from the long-established, family-owned rose breeder David Austin Roses will be in The Mezzanine at Tong Garden Centre at 10 am and 2 pm for hands-on rose…
Calls for £2 billion Patent Box tax relief to be unwrapped for far more companies
Is this Britain’s most complicated business tax relief? …with a handful of large corporations getting the lion’s share A complicated tax relief aimed at encouraging companies to commercialise their innovations within the UK is in dire need of reform because it favours the few, it emerged today. Reform of the Patent Box scheme is said to…
Bradford BID launches inaugural Member Awards celebrating the city’s business community
Bradford Business Improvement District (BID) has today announced the launch of its inaugural Bradford BID Member Awards, a brand-new celebration recognising the innovation, resilience and excellence of local businesses in the city centre. The awards ceremony will take place on Thursday 25th June 2026 at the iconic Bradford Live, bringing together businesses from across the retail,…
Amy Hardcastle appointed Women’s Development Officer
Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce the appointment of England international Amy Hardcastle as Women’s Development Manager. Hardcastle played an integral role in our Women’s team following the adoption of the Bulls’ moniker in 2016 – featuring heavily in the treble winning, undefeated 2017 season. Two years at Leeds Rhinos was sandwiched by spells in…
Universal AV Services proudly presents Connex 2026 – Bringing the future of workplace technology to Leeds
Universal AV Services is proud to present Connex 2026, the North of England’s leading workplace technology event, returning to Leeds to showcase the very latest in audio visual and collaboration solutions for modern working environments. Taking place at the Marriott Hotel, Leeds on March 12th, Connex has long been a must-attend event for organisations looking…
University scholarship for white males to continue
A scholarship offering financial support to white working-class males studying at the University of Bradford will continue. The Keith Howard Opportunities Programme offers at least £500 a month towards living costs to successful applicants. It is designed to make it easier for under-represented groups, in this case white working-class males, to access higher education. The programme,…
MP for Colne Valley visits Kirklees College Engineering and Process Manufacturing centres
Friday 23 January saw Paul Davies, MP for Colne Valley, visit the Kirklees College Engineering and Process Manufacturing centres. As part of the visit, discussions took place between Paul and Kirklees College staff, which included Kirklees College Principal & Chief Executive, Palvinder Singh, alongside the Head of Engineering, Michelle Grainger, and the Curriculum Director for…
Cold Hands Syndrome (aka Raynaud’s Disease) – call for more awareness
Raynaud’s – More Than Just Cold Hands For a condition that affects millions, Raynaud’s barely gets any attention. It doesn’t trend, it doesn’t make headlines, and yet it shapes the daily lives of so many of us, including me. It’s often described as “cold hands” or “poor circulation”, but that barely captures what it’s like to manage it day to day. Raynaud’s causes the small blood vessels in the fingers and…
Top Notch run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce the renewal of their partnership with Top Notch North West Ltd, who will remain one of the club’s main sponsors for the 2026 season. The renewed agreement sees Top Notch North West Ltd continue their prominent presence on the Bulls’ 2026 home shirt, reaffirming their strong support and commitment to the club’s ambitions…
Wyedean’s skills legacy passes to next generation
More than 40 years of sewing and embroidery experience is being shared with a new generation as a giant of the military Colours and Standards ceremonial items retires. Aileen Henderson, embroidery supervisor at Haworth-based Wyedean Weaving, is stepping down after 46 years in the textile industry. Aileen, who has been awarded an MBE in the…
Yorkshire Garden Centre group appoints new Buying Director
A Bradford-based garden centre group with a site in Shelley has recruited a new member to the senior team as it prepares for future growth across its multi-site business. Yorkshire Garden Centres has appointed Charlotte Watson as its full-time buying director. In her new role, Mrs Watson will lead the buying team across all categories…
University of Bradford shines in THE subject rankings
The University of Bradford has achieved strong results in the newly released Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2025, underlining the institution’s growing reputation in key academic areas that also align with its broader success across recent league tables. Standout subject performances The latest subject-level data from THE shows Bradford performing particularly well…
Huddersfield’s BM Packaging acquired by global operator
BM Packaging Ltd, the Holmfirth-based manufacturer and supplier of corrugated packaging, has been acquired by Nova Paper & Packaging B.V, part of the global Eren Holding. The family-owned business, which was established in 1990 and provides packaging solutions for a variety of businesses and industries as well as offering bespoke corrugated cases and die-cut packaging,…
Chadwick Lawrence run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce that Chadwick Lawrence, a leading Yorkshire-based law firm, have renewed their sponsorship heading into the 2026 season! The renewed partnership will see Chadwick Lawrence’s branding proudly featured on the club’s sleeves for the upcoming season, further solidifying a strong relationship that has flourished over recent years. The partnership extension underscores Chadwick…
University of Bradford to lead £2.4m national trial to rethink swallowing care
The University of Bradford has been awarded £2.4 million from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to lead a landmark clinical trial that could reshape care for people with swallowing difficulties, including those living with dementia and other neurological conditions. The INGEST Trial (dIscontinuing or continuiNG thickEned fluidS Trial), led by Dr Lindsey Collins, Associate Professor in the Centre for Applied Dementia Studies, in collaboration with the York…
ATM Hospitality run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are proud to announce a new partnership with ATM Hospitality for the 2026 season. As part of this exciting collaboration, ATM Hospitality’s branding will feature prominently on the sleeves of the Bulls’ playing and replica jerseys, as they return to the Super League. ATM Hospitality stands as a global leader in the event sector, boasting…
Bradford company listed among top 17 most promising biotech start-ups
A University of Bradford‑supported biotech start‑up has been named among the top 17 companies nationally to be selected for a flagship Innovate UK– funded programme supporting the future of medicines. Hado Therapeutics, part of the University’s Enterprise Fellowship Programme, has secured a place on the LYVA Labs Future Medicines Accelerator, part of the Innovate UK Biomedical Catalyst Accelerator programme. The programme is designed to fast‑track the UK’s most promising biotech ventures. Dr Harsha Kantamneni, CEO and…
Annual insolvency stats – Yorkshire accountants warn ‘no respite on horizon’
2025 insolvency stats for England and Wales – Azets response There were 23,938 corporate insolvencies in 2025 – 0.2% more than in 2024 (23,880) and 4.9% fewer than in 2023 (25,164) Richard Oddy, a partner, licensed insolvency practitioner and business restructuring, turnaround and rescue expert at accountancy and business advisory group Azets in Yorkshire, said:…
91% of University of Bradford graduates in work or study – par for the course, says incoming VC
The fact University of Bradford notched up one of its best ever results on the most recent Graduate Outcomes survey did not come as a surprise for its new interim vice-chancellor, Professor Nick Braisby. According to the latest Higher Education Statistics Agency report, 91% of University of Bradford graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating (80% in work and…
MNA Group run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are proud to announce a new partnership with MNA Group for the 2026 season. As part of this exciting collaboration, MNA Group’s branding will feature prominently on the Bulls’ playing and replica jerseys, under MNA Cladding and MNA Support Services, marking their first season as an official sponsor as the club returns to Super…
Azets’ five cashflow management tips for SMEs – Keeping tab of supplier/creditor payments
Swapping credit cards with virtual replacements could help Yorkshire SMEs improve their cashflow, a senior finance professional has advised. Matthew Grant, Yorkshire head of accounts and business advisory at international business advisory group Azets, said that removing traditional cards for orders, expenses and other expenditure gives a business greater control. It is one of five…
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…
La Romantica Beds run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are excited to announce the renewal of their partnership with La Romantica Beds for the 2026 season. As part of this continued collaboration, La Romantica Beds’ branding will take pride of place on the chest of both the club’s playing and replica shirts. Beyond their high-profile sponsorship, La Romantica Beds remain key supporters…
Join workplace wellness leaders, Hussle, for an energising morning of fitness and networking for HR professionals and business leaders
Hussle is the UK’s leading fitness network, collaborating with thousands of amazing venues across the UK to provide simple, flexible access to gyms, pools and spas. They partner with organisations that value the wellbeing of their employees to enable staff members to access fitness wherever and whenever they want, all as part of one simple…
ACS Group run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are thrilled to announce the renewal of their partnership with ACS Group for the 2026 season. ACS Group’s branding will once again appear on the back of both the replica and playing shirts, solidifying their ongoing commitment to the Bulls as the club returns to the Super League. Beyond brand sponsorship, ACS Group also provides…
Fairway Roofing run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are proud to announce a new commercial partnership with Fairway Roofing, who will serve as an official kit sponsor for the 2026 season. As part of the partnership, Fairway Roofing’s branding will feature prominently on the Bulls’ playing and replica kits, marking the beginning of an exciting collaboration as the club returns to the Super…
Matthew Williamson leads strategy to strengthen corporate fitness offering in the West & North Yorkshire region
Hussle is the UK’s leading fitness network, on a mission to make fitness flexible, accessible, and affordable for employees as part of one simple corporate benefit. They collaborate with thousands of fantastic venues across the UK, and Yorkshire is one of its most widely served areas, with a fantastic range of leading gyms, pools and…
Inheritance tax threshold increase announced
Welcome news for the rural sector and family businesses In a surprise announcement just before Christmas, the Government confirmed a significant change to the upcoming inheritance tax (IHT) reforms. The threshold for 100% IHT relief on qualifying business and agricultural assets – originally to be set at £1 million per individual – will now be…
Cedar Court Hotels run with the Bulls in 2026
Bradford Bulls are proud to announce the renewal of their partnership with Cedar Court Hotels, the club’s official accommodation partner for the 2026 season. Cedar Court Hotels’ branding will continue to feature on the back of the Bulls’ playing shorts, further strengthening the relationship between the two organisations as the club returns to the Super League. Having…