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Spotlight on Yorkshire business growth
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Strong start to 2026 for Leeds city centre’s residential property market
Leeds city centre’s residential property market has enjoyed a busy start to the year according to Zenko City Living, which has experienced strong sales and lettings activity during the first two months of 2026.
Switalskis signals growth ambition with quadruple conveyancing hires
Switalskis has appointed four solicitors to its residential conveyancing team, including two directors, adding further property expertise to its Wakefield, Bradford, Sheffield and Grimsby offices.
New MD drives digital innovation at third-generation Yorkshire manufacturer
A West Yorkshire family-run manufacturer is entering a new phase of growth and efficiency after a year of transformation under its new Managing Director.
Union Industries expands service division to support growth across the Midlands and South
Leeds-based manufacturer Union Industries has expanded its service division as it prepares for a projected 30 per cent increase in demand for its high-speed industrial doors across the Midlands and South of England.
Bedkingdom hires Head of Brand and Creative to lead digital presence
West Yorkshire-based bed and furniture retailer Bedkingdom has hired Katherine McNamee into the newly-formed role of Head of Brand and Creative, where she’ll be responsible for the company’s growing online visibility and brand development.
Record backing for Leeds Manufacturing Festival 2026 as employers unite to tackle skills shortage
A record number of sponsors are backing this year’s Leeds Manufacturing Festival, as employers and industry organisations in the region seek innovative ways to address the sector’s skills gap and inspire the next generation to consider careers in manufacturing.
A moving night at Forget Me Not’s Moonlight Ball raises £73,000
Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice’s Moonlight Ball, held at Hazlewood Castle in Leeds, raised £73,159 to support the charity in an evening focussed on its vital work with families devastated by the sudden and unexpected death of their child.
Hull-based Spencer Rail Engineering recognised in national industry awards
Spencer Rail Engineering has been recognised for its commitment to delivering exceptional service to rail passengers with a prestigious national award.
York Professionals celebrates its Silver Anniversary, with 25 years supporting businesses in the city
York Professionals is proud to have been supporting businesses in York for 25 years. What was once merely an ambition to champion the city’s professional services sector became a reality back in 2001.
Businesses urged to prioritise social value or risk losing out on high‑value tenders
Businesses in York and North Yorkshire are being told they could be missing out on lucrative contracts as social value rises sharply up the agenda for both public and private sector buyers.