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Join us for Summer networking & BBQ at Dakota Leeds
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Join us for Summer networking & BBQ at Dakota Leeds

Join us on 23rd July for our annual Summer BBQ on the fabulous terrace at Dakota Hotel Leeds. The event starts at 3pm with a welcome drink, followed by a BBQ and networking, concluding around 6pm. The event is open to both members and non-members, Yorkshire Businesswoman and Yorkshire Businessman as well as guests. The cost is just £30 for members, £35 for non-members. Places will be limited. To reserve your place, guests can click on the link to the right, members sign in for the discount

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Businesswoman pitches up at Downing Street
|Business

Businesswoman pitches up at Downing Street

The Yorkshire-based, multi-award-winning Sealstop joined more than 40 handpicked, export-ready UK small businesses in central London for Great British Pitch India, pitching directly to Indian buyers as part of a major initiative to boost UK exports and build on the momentum of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement. SealStop, the ground-breaking Yorkshire-made automatic shut-off valve designed to eliminate water waste, was invented by Yorkshire farmers Jason and Belle Richardson of Pocklington. Bor

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Bradford city centre businesses celebrated at inaugural BID awards
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Bradford city centre businesses celebrated at inaugural BID awards

Bradford city centre businesses were celebrated last night as the inaugural Bradford BID Member Awards took place at Bradford Live. The event brought together businesses, organisations and individuals from across the city centre to recognise the people who help make Bradford a vibrant, welcoming and successful place to work, visit and enjoy. Hosted by DJ and presenter Stephanie Hirst, the evening celebrated excellence across 10 award categories, shining a spotlight on the retail, leisure, ho

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Skipton Group announces appointment of group chief internal auditor
|Business

Skipton Group announces appointment of group chief internal auditor

Skipton Group has announced the appointment of Caroline Dale as its new group chief internal auditor, with effect from January 2027, subject to regulatory approval. Caroline will report to the group’s board audit committee chair, Iain Cummings. David Meechie will continue in his role as interim group chief internal auditor until Caroline joins and will remain with the organisation until February 2027 to support a smooth transition. The Group would like to thank David for his leadership, commit

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Ward Hadaway expands healthcare employment team with two partners
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Ward Hadaway expands healthcare employment team with two partners

Leeds law firm Ward Hadaway has appointed Helen Badger and Gemma Lynch as partners, strengthening its employment law work with NHS trusts, independent healthcare providers and health tech businesses. Helen and Gemma join from Browne Jacobson, where they advised clients across England and Wales. Their arrival comes as the NHS and wider healthcare sector continue to manage a range of issues, including staffing pressure, workplace risk and new operating models. Helen advises public and independ

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Consilia strengthens family law team with appointment of two new senior lawyers
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Consilia strengthens family law team with appointment of two new senior lawyers

Leeds based law firm Consilia Legal is pleased to announce the appointment of two new lawyers to its growing family law team, further strengthening the firm's ability to support clients across a broad range of family legal matters. The new recruits bring valuable experience and expertise, enhancing Consilia's commitment to delivering practical, high-quality legal advice throughout Yorkshire and beyond, whilst expanding their mediation services at the same time. Commenting on the appointments

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Lisa Riley MBE among winners of Yorkshire Pride in Diversity Awards
|Fashion and Lifestyle

Lisa Riley MBE among winners of Yorkshire Pride in Diversity Awards

Yorkshire charities and social enterprises have been celebrated at the region’s second Pride in Diversity Awards, held at Leeds’ First Direct Bank Arena. The awards aim to highlight work across Yorkshire to support members of the community who face additional barriers when accessing public services and employment, or simply enjoying daily life. This can be due to a range of factors, including race, neurodiversity, disability, sexuality, and gender identity. Recipients included Lisa Riley MBE

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New Photographer joins Yorkshire Businesswoman
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New Photographer joins Yorkshire Businesswoman

We are delighted to announce that Lucille Moore fom Brand Stories by Lucille has joined Yorkshire Businesswoman as a member and official photographer. Lucille has been involved with Yorkshire Businesswoman before, taking photographs at the last two Yorkshire Businesswoman Awards. Members and guests will be able to meet her, if they haven't already, at our next event at The Dakota Hotel on 23rd July when we hold our summer BBQ. Brand Stories by Lucille helps businesses become more visible thr

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Barnsley to welcome latest George concept store as Asda continues rollout
|Fashion and Lifestyle

Barnsley to welcome latest George concept store as Asda continues rollout

Grocery retailer Asda has announced that Barnsley will be the latest location to welcome its new stand-alone George concept store, as the retailer continues the transformation of its Asda Living portfolio across the UK. Launching on Thursday 9 July, the Barnsley store will become the newest addition to the growing stand-alone George estate, following the success of previous openings which have seen customers respond positively to the enhanced shopping experience, expanded product ranges and mo

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Poonam Kaur appointed Yorkshire & the Humber regional chair for the Institute of Directors
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Poonam Kaur appointed Yorkshire & the Humber regional chair for the Institute of Directors

Award-winning corporate finance boutique fds is proud to announce that its CEO, Poonam Kaur, has been appointed regional chair for Yorkshire & the Humber at the Institute of Directors (IoD), marking a significant milestone in her career and further strengthening her connection to the regional business community. With over 25 years’ experience in corporate finance and accounting, Poonam has built a reputation as a trusted partner to owner-managed businesses navigating growth, succession plannin

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Ward Hadaway adds two partners to growing education practice
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Ward Hadaway adds two partners to growing education practice

UK Top 100 law firm Ward Hadaway has appointed Emma Swann and Jill Donabie as partners in its national education team. The hires follow a period of growth in work from education providers which has increased by approximately 40% in the last year. Emma joins as an education law partner and supports MATs, independent schools, FE colleges and Diocesan Boards on academy expansions, mergers and acquisitions, governance, pastoral and commercial matters. Jill is an employment and education partne

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Aubergine unboxes PR-led fulfilment service for press and influencer campaigns
|Business

Aubergine unboxes PR-led fulfilment service for press and influencer campaigns

Leeds-based PR and content agency Aubergine has launched a specialist PR-led fulfilment service designed specifically for influencer kits, press packs, retail samples, buyer mailers and gifting. The service has been created in response to growing demand from consumer brands for more thoughtful and visual unboxing experiences. It offers end-to-end support from strategy through to design and delivery, for any consumer brand looking to ensure that every touchpoint is considered, crafted and impac

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