New Member of the AB Heritage Team – Sarah Bradley

We are delighted to welcome newest team member, Sarah Bradley, who joins AB Heritage as a Senior Heritage Consultant, operating remotely from our Central office in Leeds. Sarah will be guiding clients through the planning process to help manage and mitigate the impact of their works on heritage assets, while providing documents such as Heritage…

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Clarion nurtures ‘leaders of tomorrow’ with tailor-made management development programme

As part of its ongoing commitment to enabling its people to develop their careers and be the best they can be, Clarion is continuing to invest time and develop bespoke training to make this happen. The firm has celebrated the first 30 lawyers and managers to complete a unique nine-month management development programme which it…

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Leeds’ original vintage store expands portfolio with new Merrion Centre outlet

Blue Rinse, Leeds’ original vintage fashion store is set to open its second city centre outlet at the Merrion Centre in the popular Arena Quarter. Blue Rinse was established in 1997 in Leeds by brothers Mick and Jeff Barnett and went on to wholesale across Europe, work with Urban Outfitters to develop reworked/vintage ranges and…

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Vertically Urban and Microsoft plot growth of AI Partnership

FEED THE WORLD With the world’s population set to rise to around 9.8 billion by 2050, it is thought that global food production must increase by around 70% to ensure food stays on everybody’s table. At the same time, we are already losing traditional farmland at an alarming rate mostly because of pollution and climate…

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Squire Patton Boggs Promotes Senior Leeds Lawyer to Partnership

Squire Patton Boggs is pleased to announce that senior litigation lawyer Jenny Broderick has been promoted to partner. Jenny’s practice comprises a range of commercial litigation and dispute resolution work for clients in the UK and internationally.  Recognised as a ‘Rising Star’ by Legal 500 in its 2023 client guide, she has experience of representing…

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Clarion builds on its growing international reputation with continued double-digit growth to £26.9m revenue

Recently named as Europe’s third fastest growing law firm1, Clarion’s rapid upward trajectory is continuing with the firm once again achieving double digit growth, seeing turnover rising by 16% from £23.2m in 2021 to £26.9m last year (ending 31st May 2022). As the firm strengthens its client base both nationally and internationally, it has also seen…

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Homeowners in Leeds can sell their home quicker with a new scheme

Homeowners in Leeds can sell their home quicker thanks to a new buying scheme from David Wilson Homes. Moving house is considered one of the most stressful life events that a person can go through (57%)[2], but Part Exchange aims to reduce stress by removing the sales chain. Prospective buyers can use the Part Exchange Guarantee Scheme to sell…

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First Intuition’s 2023 Accountancy Academy back as strong as ever

“An amazing couple of days and a huge success” At First Intuition, we pride ourselves on our ability to create a warm and inviting environment in which aspiring accountants can flourish.   First Intuition’s Accountancy Academy plays a pivotal role in ensuring we consistently achieve this aim. Our hugely popular First Intuition Accountancy Academies were launched…

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Local Homebuilder, Barratt Developments Yorkshire West is celebrating the success of a local student who has completed his apprenticeship

Local Homebuilder, Barratt Developments Yorkshire West is celebrating the success of a local student who has completed his apprenticeship at Momentum, Waverley development in South Yorkshire Cameron Dalton-Heppenstall, from Sheffield was awarded a certificate and a £100 voucher to mark his successful completion of the Level 3 Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery by Andy Dawson,…

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Jungle IT takes office space at the flagship Kirkstall Forge development

Managed Service Provider Jungle IT is taking 2,987 sq ft at Number One Kirkstall Forge. The team of 60 will relocate this week following a bespoke fit-out. Delivering complete IT strategies and solutions, Jungle IT is expanding and was keen to grow in an environment designed to support collaboration, creativity and prioritise health and wellbeing….

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Micklefield housebuilder online quiz takes flight again for national nest box week

With National Nest Box Week (14th to 21st February), Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, which includes Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes, is encouraging Micklefield homeowners to test their knowledge on garden birds by flocking to its digital bird quiz. Following the success of the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch, the five star housebuilder has launched its…

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Leeds College of Building Showcases Higher-Level Training for National Apprenticeship Week 2023

Higher and degree apprenticeships are the focus for Leeds College of Building as the country marks National Apprenticeship Week 2023 (#NAW2023).Taking place this week from 6th – 12th February, #NAW2023 is the 16th annual celebration of apprenticeships. The week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships…

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Freshly Made Food and Organic Coffee Shop Opens Within Popular Arena Quarter

Established freshly made food and organic coffee chain, Pret A Manger, has opened its doors at the Merrion Centre located within the popular Leeds City Centre Arena Quarter as part of the chain’s UK expansion plans. The new shop in Merrion Centre will create 18-20 new jobs. The new look 4,510 sq ft Pret, spread…

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Leeds Beckett partners with Borehole Solutions to advance the future of drilling technology in UK construction

Leeds Beckett University has joined forces with Borehole Solutions – a leading provider of geotechnical drilling solutions – on an innovative new project to advance the knowledge and capabilities of the UK construction industry through the increased use of sonic drilling technology. Borehole Solutions – who have bases in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire and Brighouse, West Yorkshire…

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New city centre business hub opens at Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University has opened the doors to a new professional, city centre space for the regional business community to meet, collaborate and access the university’s academic expertise and student talent. The Knowledge Exchange is located on the first floor of the Rose Bowl on Portland Way – the home of Leeds Business School. The…

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Micklefield new homeowners could save over £2,600 a year, finds new research this Big Energy Savings Week

Big Energy Savings Weeks (16th – 20th January 2023) is a national campaign to help people cut their bills Homeowners could save over £2,600 on bills each year when purchasing a new build home, reveals new research The new Home Builders Federation (HBF) latest report states that when compared to its older equivalents, on average…

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First Intuition – First in Client Service

Yorkshire based Accountancy and Tax training company First Intuition are heading into 2023 with an even larger Client Team who are ready to continue providing the excellent client service the company is known for. One of their core values is the ‘Focus on Personal Relationships,’ and in an organisation whose motto is ‘Where People Count,’…

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Leeds College of Building Appoints New Assistant Principal

Chris Tunningley has been appointed as Leeds College of Building Assistant Principal for Adult Learning and Higher Education.Chris, formerly the Head of University Centre for Architecture, Engineering & Construction at Leeds College of Building, succeeds retiring Assistant Principal Brian Duffy.Speaking of his appointment, Chris said: “I am thrilled to start in this post at Leeds College of…

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Cyber Security Consultancy Experience Rapid Growth and Move Into Their New Offices

Cyber Security Partners (CSP) are a local Leeds based cyber security consultancy, which have doubled in size and experienced a record-breaking year. The team have moved into their new bigger office at Clockwise on Greek Street, to be more central for hosting meetings with clients. CSP have hired more technical and non-technical employees over the…

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Local Project Manager wins national award

 Josh Corker, a Project Manager at Barratt Developments Yorkshire West, which includes the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes brands, has scooped up the Seal of Excellence award at this year’s annual NHBC Awards, in recognition of his outstanding work and high quality homes at nearby development, Oughtibridge Valley. Josh Corker, who joined Barratt Developments back in 2011 is the Project Manager based…

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First intuition launch AAT Level 2 Accounting Apprenticeships

First Intuition Yorkshire are launching their newest Apprenticeship programme across the region in April 2023, with courses taking place at our Leeds & Sheffield centres. After talking to local employers, we believe that AAT Level 2 apprenticeships are becoming increasingly relevant to their business needs & trainees. The lasting effects of the pandemic have greatly…

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