Year: 2021

Hull Truck reopens with a trilogy of monologues with Julie Hesmondhalgh among the star names

Emerging from a 14-month pandemic-enforced closure over the past fortnight we’ve shared the stories of how the Leeds Playhouse and Sheffield Theatres have roared back into the spotlight and today it’s Hull Truck on to which the stage light lands.

Non-Standard Finance plans equity capital raise of around £80m

The board of Leeds-based Non-Standard Finance has announced that it will publish the results for the year ended 31 December 2020 on 30 June 2021.

Some unseasonal tinsel heralds the end of the show for John William and Bronze at the farm on the M62

The bad weather has delayed everything, lambs haven’t been marked, sheds are waiting to be cleaned out and some of our cows and calves are still inside. Whilst many farmers around us are busy mowing their grass, ours remains untouched.

Best hiking backpacks UK 2021: 9 rugged hiking rucksacks ideal for day hikes or camping holidays

Our top-rated hiking backpacks are perfect for days out on the trail9 best hiking backpacks – ideal for exploring the great outdoors

A brighter future for creative businesses in West Yorkshire

As one of the fastest-growing sectors, the region’s rich cultural and creative offer could unlock significant growth for the industry, talent and regional economy.

Seven-year-old boy becomes youngest ever supplier to Booths after recommending his mother's 'yummy' fruit pots to director

Entrepreneurial Edgar Johnson was so taken by his mum Jane’s healthy creation last year he decided to pen a letter to the director of his favourite supermarket, Booths.

Furniture firm ScS experiences strong order intake growth

Increased restrictions across the UK meant its stores were closed from late December onwards, with its Scottish stores opening on April 5, followed by its English and Welsh stores on 12 April.

Ecotricity sells off motorway EV charging network to Gridserve

Ecotricity, the firm which holds the monopoly on motorway charging for electric cars has sold the network to Gridserve.

Vp sees a strong recovery after tough time during the pandemic

The Harrogate-based firm said annual profits were ahead of market expectations and it has seen a strong start to its new financial year amid a supportive market backdrop.

Britain is heading for 'perfect summer storm', warns Labour

The Opposition has warned a “perfect summer storm” is brewing, with high street businesses still hit by restrictions if the Government delays an announcement.