Despite fragile consumer confidence, caused by an uncertain political and economic climate, activity in Yorkshire’s housing market has remained strong in the last 12 months, according to Savills. This was the message from local and national property experts, who presented analysis of the market to around 50 local buyers and sellers
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No blue Christmas for Yorkshire firms as confidence bounces back
Business confidence in Yorkshire & the Humber bounced back during December, rising nine points to seven per cent, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. Companies in the region report higher confidence in their business prospects at eight per cent and higher economic optimism at seven per
Northern private equity deals jump 17 per cent in 2019
Private equity deals in the North of England rose by 17 per cent in 2019 with 46 completed transactions, compared with 39 in 2018. The latest figures from the Centre for Management Buyout Research (CMBOR), sponsored by Equistone Partners Europe and Investec Specialist Bank, show that while the overall number of
IoD begins search for Yorkshire and North East chair
The Institute of Directors (IoD) is seeking a new chair to become the voice of business for Yorkshire and the North East. Former chair Jon Geldart stepped down when he was confirmed as the new Director General of the business leaders’ organisation. The successful applicant will oversee a newly created ‘super region’
Switalskis welcomes new associates
Switalskis Solicitors has appointed four new associates. Carole Spencer and Sally Smith who work within the child abuse team, Sarah Kent from the conveyancing team and Lucy Wells, who works in the clinical negligence department, have all gained associate status following the successful completion of the Switalskis Associate Development Programme. The programme
Search begins for region’s best director talent
Yorkshire region projects sweep up at national construction awards
Construction companies working in Yorkshire have scooped five top accolades at a prestigious national awards ceremony. Projects in the county left the Constructing Excellence National Awards in London with more awards than any other region in the country. It highlights the wealth of constructing talent across Yorkshire and shines the spotlight on
Bellway Yorkshire welcomes eleven new apprentices
The Yorkshire division of national homebuilder, Bellway Homes has shown its commitment to developing young careers in the construction industry by welcoming eleven new apprentices. Bellway Yorkshire has taken on more apprentices than any of the company’s other 21 regional divisions in the UK, and says it’s imperative for the future
Yorkshire business confidence holds steady in October
Business confidence in Yorkshire & the Humber fell two points during October to five per cent according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. Companies in the region report higher economic optimism, which rose three points to five per cent. but lower confidence in their trading prospects, which
Costcutter launches partnership with Uber Eats
York based Costcutter Supermarkets Group (CSG) has launched a nationwide partnership with Uber Eats, introducing last mile delivery to the symbol sector. The partnership will enable their network of UK based retailers to sign up to Uber Eats through CSG, benefitting from a favourable package, including discounted sign up costs and