Responding to the launch of the Royal Town Planning Institute's (RTPI) Ambitions for the North report Stuart Natkus, planning director at planning and design consultancy Barton Willmore, said: “This report suggests some bold steps towards addressing challenges in the delivery of new homes. “Recognition that the Standard Methodology – the process of calculating new
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Yorkshire bucks national trend with rise in business confidence
Businesses in Yorkshire and the Humber are the most confident in the UK this month. Bucking the national trend, confidence among firms in the region rose five points to 23 per cent, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. Yorkshire’s companies report higher confidence in their business
IoD launches roadshow to boost the voice of business
A series of Policy Voice debates are being staged across Yorkshire and the North East by the Institute of Directors (IoD). Policy Voice seeks IoD members’ opinions on the issues that matter to business leaders, including the economy, regulation, skills and Brexit. The data collected is developed into IoD policy reports, embedded
Artisan food and drink producers support homeless charity
Cyclists raising money for youth homelessness in the Carter Jonas LandAid Pedalthon this June will be fuelled by some of Yorkshire’s finest food and drink courtesy of producers in the region. Organised by Iconic Cycling Events, the Pedalthon is the largest annual charity bike ride for the business community in Yorkshire
Science and tech firm “jumpstarts” its customer conversations… full force!
UK research and development tax credit specialists Jumpstart is powering up its communications with the help of marketing automation platform Force24. The science and technology firm wants to effectively tailor the content and timing of its conversations for new and existing customers, and deliver personalised, GDPR-compliant marketing campaigns that can be
CBRE gets in gear for second Cycle Series North
Businesses across the region are getting behind CBRE’s Cycle Series North with more than 160 riders already registered to take part. Property professionals from CBRE’s Northern offices in Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool are gearing up to take part in the second cycle event to support disadvantaged young people across the UK. The
Shortlist revealed for IoD Director of the Year Awards
The Institute of Directors (IoD) has revealed the names of the business leaders shortlisted for its 2019 Director of the Year Awards. The finalists are drawn from across Yorkshire and the North East and represent the full spectrum of business and industry, from young entrepreneurs to experienced public and private sector
Sales and profits hold steady for resilient Yorkshire motor retailer following continued investment
Despite issues facing the automotive sector, JCT600, one of Yorkshire’s largest privately owned businesses, has once again put in a strong performance with turnover reaching a new high of £1.277bn, a two per cent rise from £1.251bn the previous year, and profits remaining steady. Recognising that new car sales in 2018
New data shows R&D hotspots in Yorkshire and Humber
New data published by HMRC has revealed the hotspots for R&D tax relief claims across the Yorkshire and Humber region. West Yorkshire-based businesses topped the league for the number of claims for R&D tax credits in 2016-17 at 1,175 claims, followed by South Yorkshire on 625 and North Yorkshire on 360. In
Wins at the double for BHP at regional industry awards
BHP is celebrating after winning two awards at the Yorkshire Accountancy Awards. The Yorkshire and North Derbyshire accountancy firm was recognised as both Mid-Tier Firm of the Year and Best Employer of the Year at the awards, which took place at the New Dock Hall in Leeds. Alongside winning two awards, BHP