Doorstep lender reports robust first quarter
The Leeds-based firm said it has made good progress in credit issued with year on year contraction slowing to 18 per cent in the first quarter 2021 compared with a 31 per cent contraction in the fourth quarter of 2020.
How the North is trumping the south when it comes to founding businesses
Data released by GoDaddy showed an increase of 21 per cent in new ventures across the nation.In Yorkshire this figure rises to 31 per cent, with Harrogate, Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Halifax, York and Huddersfield all cited as being areas seeing a surge in the creation of micro-businesses, a term applied to firms with 10 or less members of staff.
Sale completed for 79 acre Doncaster regeneration scheme that will see 3,100 homes built
Unity is one of the largest regeneration schemes in Yorkshire and has planning permission for 2 million square feet of commercial space and 3,100 homes across 650 acres.
Helicopter drop used to repair badly eroded path on Three Peaks Challenge route on summit of Ingleborough
The Sulber Nick right of way has suffered badly from erosion caused by walkers in recent months and has become rutted. The damage had begun to spread over a wide area as people diverted around it to avoid the boggy terrain.
Leeds debt charity StepChange job cuts amid funding shortfall leave Unite union 'dismayed'
Described as one of the region’s largest voluntary sector employers by trade union Unite, the national charity offers expert debt advice and fee-free debt management.
Croda launches ownership review of some of its businesses
The core objective will be to establish what ownership structure best serves this part of Croda’s business going forward, to create a stronger platform for its future growth.
Reckitt continues to enjoy boost in sales from Dettol
The Durex maker reported a strong rise in sexual wellbeing products – particularly in China.Bosses said they expect this to grow in other countries as lockdowns and social distancing measures lead to the opportunity for more people to use their products.
The joy of US, Tom Cruise and why I'm turning into my parents – Christa Ackroyd
Despite being lucky enough to travel to many far-flung exotic locations, I can honestly say this week has been the best break I have had in years – and only 70 miles from home.
How Frankie Farrar is shining a light on stammerering with her award winning designs
Frankie Farrar was just 14 when she started turning old silver spoons into unusual rings. “All my friends were getting job in cafe, restaurants and pubs, but I couldn’t do that and having always been creative and interested in finding new uses for old things, I started working with my dad in the garage melting old silver spoons and making jewellery which I could then sell to make a bit of money, although it was really more like a hobby.”
Fashion designer turned artist Graeme Black prepares for art exhibition in Harrogate
Graeme Black is a portrait painter, not of people, but of the magnificent trees that surround his home on the banks of Semerwater in the Raydale Valley. “Part of being in one place is seeing the seasons change,” he says. “I kept going back to drawing the trees and the forests and landscapes and then honing in on that, doing studies of the bark.
