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November 23, 2023|Travel and Environment

Incredible conservation benefits of real Christmas trees discovered by survey

British Christmas tree plantations have been found to support various species of conservation concern such as red squirrels and polecats, according to the first ever study of its kind undertaken in the UK. Biodiversity was scrutinised at sites across the UK in a study commissioned by the British Christmas Tree Growers Association (BCTGA) to better understand the role that plantations play in providing habitats and supporting native wildlife. The first set of results were revealed last year af

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November 23, 2023|Fashion and Lifestyle

South Leeds garden centre adds ice rink to its list of seasonal attractions

Tingley Garden Centre has added an undercover boutique ice rink for up to 130 skaters to its seasonal activity programme for 2023. "We're very excited to introduce an Ice Rink to Tingley for fabulous family fun this festive season. Make memories over Christmas and the New Year with festive music and decorations, festoon lighting, plus a Skating Special menu at Blooms Kitchen, where you can warm up and unwind with a delicious selection of seasonal food and drink," said Amy Walledge, ice rink ma

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November 21, 2023|Fashion and Lifestyle

Oulton Hall Hotel, spa and golf resort wins luxury spa of the year

Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort has been awarded winner of ‘Luxury Spa of the Year’ at the English Beauty Industry Awards 2023, Yorkshire Edition. The English Beauty Industry Awards celebrate the region’s exceptional talent and innovation in the beauty sector, set to recognise and honour outstanding professionals, salons, spas, and beauty businesses that have demonstrated excellence in the industry. Last week an elaborate celebration was held in Hull, attended by industry leaders, influ

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November 21, 2023|Business

Whitby Seafoods appoints finance director to help drive growth plans

Whitby Seafoods, the UK’s largest scampi manufacturer, has made an important appointment to bolster its finance and senior leadership teams. Carol Gee has joined its Board as finance director following a recruitment process led by finance recruitment specialist, Headstar. Carol, a chartered accountant, comes with a wealth of experience in finance and management, having worked in private sector businesses across a diverse range of sectors including FMCG, manufacturing and retail. Her new ro

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November 20, 2023|Business

Society of Dyers and Colourists launches children’s colouring challenge

The Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) is delighted to announce the launch of its children’s colouring competition in collaboration with Leeds-based Yorkshire Children's Charity and author Malcolm Campbell, who is also known as Malcolm the Weaver. ‘The Children’s Cool Colouring Challenge’ has been launched in 100 primary schools across West Yorkshire, with every participating school set to receive a trilogy of Malcolm the Weaver books for their library. Entries will close on 24 November 202

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November 16, 2023

Helping professionals to benefit from business support

Qualified Hypnotherapist and Business & Finance graduate Zoe Thompson has created a special Self-Help online event. The twist is that this business event is designed purely for those in the helping professions. The ‘helping professions’ sector employs over 1 million people, and includes hypnotherapists, chiropractors, therapists, counsellors, and nutritionists. En masse, they annually contribute an approximate £100billion to the UK economy. The need for independent healthcare grows each year, a

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November 16, 2023|Fashion and Lifestyle

The Sugar Plum Fairy comes to Leeds

Northern Ballet's The Nutcracker opens at Leeds Grand Theatre in two weeks time Northern Ballet will bring the festive season to the fore in two weeks time as The Nutcracker, makes its much anticipated return to Leeds Grand Theatre. The ballet tells the story of Clara and her wooden Nutcracker doll that is much more than it seems. As the clock strikes midnight she finds herself being whisked away on a magical adventure through a winter wonderland filled with dancing snowflakes and a whole ho

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November 15, 2023|Business

January workshops ‘a must’ for UK crime writers

Highly experienced criminal psychologist, guest lecturer, radio host, podcaster, and blogger Linda Sage is teaming up with family-run business Writers Retreat in Beal, North Yorkshire, to host two workshops in January 2024. Linda has spent forty years working with some of the UK’s most notorious criminals, developing a wealth of expertise which she uses to provide training, consultation, insight and support to a wide range of audiences and stakeholders. The workshops will include Linda’s ins

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November 14, 2023|Entrepreneurs

Leigh continues to pave the way for females in fashion

Leigh Unwin, the founder of fashion retailer The Style Attic, had never dreamed of launching her own fashion brand until the premature birth of her daughter and the maternity discrimination that she experienced. In 2014 Leigh welcomed her daughter Edie to the world at just 25 weeks. After a long stint in hospital, Edie was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy which turned Leigh’s life upside down. She asked her employer, a major fashion retailer, if she could work reduced hours to take

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November 10, 2023|Business

The Asian Standard newspaper launches a London edition

During a momentous occasion for the UK media industry, internationally renowned actress, Manisha Koirala, was among the inspiring South Asian figures honoured with a prestigious award, celebrating her remarkable achievements in the Indian film industry and overcoming adversity. The award ceremony took place at the Houses of Parliament in London on Friday 27th October during the launch of the groundbreaking new publication, Asian Standard newspaper’s London edition. The launch was hosted by MP Wa

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November 9, 2023|Fashion and Lifestyle

California Connections: Three Pioneering Women - World premiere

A celebration of choreographers Isadora Duncan, Martha Graham and Bella Lewitzky Yorke Dance Project, the contemporary ballet company run by Yolande Yorke-Edgell, will give the world premiere of a new mixed bill, California Connections: Three Pioneering Women, at the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, Leeds on Thursday 23 November before a UK tour in autumn 2023 and spring 2024. California Connections: Three Pioneering Women pays tribute to three extraordinary female choreographers from the US

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November 9, 2023|Fashion and Lifestyle

Absolutely Fabulous! Dame Joanna Lumley voices the Trinity Leeds Christmas ad campaign

Listen to Joanna!0:00/0:291× Actress Dame Joanna Lumley will voice the Christmas ads for Trinity Leeds this year - ‘Fabulous… Every Time’ launches this week. The festive campaign will showcase the different gifts and leisure activities available this Christmas, from tech and toys, jewellery and accessories, to footwear, food and drink using the straplines ‘Fabulous Gifts Every Time’ and ‘Fabulous Moments Every Time’. The Ab Fab icon will voice the audio for the shopping centre’s radio, Spot

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