Yorkshire Times RSS Feed RSS news feed from the Yorkshire Times yorkshiretimes.co.uk Spusu Mobile Pledges Commitment To People-First Customer Service In response to the rapid uptake of customer service AI tools, SIM-only mobile provider spusu has pledged its commitment to using human customer service agents. Currently, spusu’s customer service methods include WhatsApp, Signal, email and direct telephone.]]>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:58:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Spusu-Mobile-Pledges-Commitment-To-People-First-Customer-Service Government Flip-Flopping Sees North East Landlords Push Back On Net Zero Targets Over a third of landlords will push back ESG goals and actions due to government flip-flopping to meet low-carbon emission targets, according to RSM UK’s Real Estate 360 survey.]]>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:47:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Government-Flip-Flopping-Sees-North-East-Landlords-Push-Back-On-Net-Zero-Targets Major Package Of Reforms To Support Small Businesses In PM’s First Economic Speech Since The Spring Budget In his first economic speech since the Spring Budget, the Prime Minister set out a major package of reforms to support businesses to deliver more apprenticeship places, cut red tape for SMEs and leverage more private investment in female founders at the Business Connect conference in Warwickshire yesterday.]]>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:01:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Major-Package-Of-Reforms-To-Support-Small-Businesses-In-PMs-First-Economic-Speec- Future Vaccine Makers To Get VR-Assisted Training Centre Of Excellence Future medicine and vaccine makers will be able to develop their skills using virtual reality thanks to a new national Centre of Excellence being supported by Teesside University.]]>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Future-Vaccine-Makers-To-Get-VR-Assisted-Training-Centre-Of-Excellence-1 York Theatre Royal Take Part In Big Give's ‘Arts For Impact Campaign’ Big Give is an organisation which boosts fundraising opportunities for charity organisations by utilising a match funding model. This year, York Theatre Royal is taking part in Big Give’s Arts for Impact campaign which runs this week between Tuesday 19 and 26 March.]]>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/York-Theatre-Royal-Take-Part-In-Big-Gives-Arts-For-Impact-Campaign Young People Urged To Wear Seat Belts In New Life-Saving Campaign THINK! Launches CLICK, the first new seat belt campaign for 13 years; aimed at young men, it will highlight how a simple click can save lives; partners include various county football associations, which will promote belting up on matchday]]>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Young-People-Urged-To-Wear-Seat-Belts-In-New-Life-Saving-Campaign Epic Installation ‘Soundscapes’ In Skipton Soundscapes - an immersive audio-visual installation that invites audiences on a sensory journey through the Yorkshire Dales - is now open to the public until June. Created by the immersive media artist Michaela French and composer Ben Crick, Soundscapes will showcase the diverse scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.]]>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Epic-Installation-Soundscapes-In-Skipton A Glimpse of the Light: Mozart Requiem At Huddersfield The idea of a brief revelation, an elusive vouchsafing of inspiration, might, itself, have arrived in a dream for composer Rory Wainwright Johnson. And if we are only ever allowed a fleeting apprehension of the ‘light’ of the afterlife or the cosmos, then Johnson’s vision, in conjunction with several musical reinventions, and a thrilling rendering of Mozart’s Requiem, opened a window on the universe at Huddersfield Town Hall on Saturday evening.]]>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/A-Glimpse-of-the-Light-Mozart-Requiem-At-Huddersfield DS.Emotion Expands Its Team Leeds-based brand and communication agency DS.Emotion has further expanded its team. Jorgia Gidney joins as Social Media Manager from Principles agency, where she led social media campaigns producing high-quality, client-specific monthly content, aligning with their tone of voice. Aidan Corkett-Beirne joins as Place Activation Manager.]]>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:28:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/DSEmotion-Expands-Its-Team Navigating New Horizons: The First 100 Days At Nexus, University Of Leeds Innovation Hub Since joining Nexus as Director in September 2023, it has been a busy, yet rewarding, first few months. I’m proud to be working alongside a talented team to drive forward Nexus’ mission of supporting businesses, fostering collaboration, and catalysing innovation.]]>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Navigating-New-Horizons-The-First-100-Days-At-Nexus-University-Of-Leeds-Innovati- Recycling? LNER Has It Sorted LNER has revealed it’s now sorting up to 100 kilograms of waste a day – as it maintains its position of sending zero waste to landfill. In advance of Global Recycling Day (Monday 18 March), LNER is proud to have reduced its total waste by a third over the past five years. Tea and coffee cups, sandwich and snack wrappers, drinks cans and crisp packets are collected by dedicated cleaning teams.]]>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Recycling-LNER-Has-It-Sorted Teesside University Collaborates With Industry Partners To Advance Net Zero Goals A groundbreaking project being carried out by academics at Teesside University, in collaboration with partners in industry, is investigating the pivotal role of futuristic chemicals in achieving net zero emissions in the UK.]]>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Teesside-University-Collaborates-With-Industry-Partners-To-Advance-Net-Zero-Goal- Simple Minds - Still Alive And Kicking At Leeds Arena The early eighties saw the emergence in popular music of a wealth of groups who demonstrated a big, expansive, and at times cinematic sound, albeit graced with a Celtic influence: Ireland gave us U2, Wales brought The Alarm to the fore, and how could anyone forget Scotland’s finest, Simple Minds?]]>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Simple-Minds---Still-Alive-And-Kicking-At-Leeds-Arena Rapeseed Oil Business Appoints Irish Distributor Thixendale based artisan business, Charlie & Ivy's has partnered with Irish family business Burren Balsamics to distribute its products throughout Ireland.]]>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Rapeseed-Oil-Business-Appoints-Irish-Distributor Crackdown On Anti-Driver Road Schemes And Blanket 20mph Limits To Put Local Consent First These measures from the Plan for Drivers will improve drivers' lives, shorten journey times, and ensure traffic measures have buy-in from the people they impact.]]>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Crackdown-On-Anti-Driver-Road-Schemes-And-Blanket-20mph-Limits-To-Put-Local-Cons- Driffield MD Shortlisted For Two Women In Agriculture Awards The team at an East Yorkshire poultry business is celebrating after reaching the final of two national farming awards. Middleton on the Wolds-based Clive Soanes Broilers has been shortlisted in the Business of the Year category in the inaugural National Women in Agriculture Awards and MD Claire Wright has reached the final in the Farming Woman of the Year category.]]>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Driffield-MD-Shortlisted-For-Two-Women-In-Agriculture-Awards Donald Campbell's Daughter Thanks People Who Helped Return Bluebird K7 A week after Donald Campbell's record-breaking boat, Bluebird K7, was installed in the Ruskin Museum in Coniston, his daughter, Gina Campbell, sat in the cockpit to thank the hundreds of people who have been instrumental in getting the boat back to Coniston. An emotional Gina said: “I don’t know how to thank the many people in all walks of life who have made this possible.]]>Sun, 17 Mar 2024 22:31:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Donald-Campbells-Daughter-Thanks-People-Who-Helped-Return-Bluebird-K7 Match Report: Tigers Triumph In The Mud John Utley has been reporting for the Yorkshire Times, part of the p.ublished group of online newspapers, on his local club, Wharfedale RUFC.]]>Sun, 17 Mar 2024 18:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Match-Report-Tigers-Triumph-In-The-Mud Choctastic Offer At Northern Hotels Three northern hotels are taking part in a Willy Wonka style competition in which Golden Tickets have been hidden in choclaty treats with hotel stays as prizes. INNSiDE by Meliá, part of Meliá Hotels International, is eggcitedly ushering in its special #StayCurious Easter Golden Ticket Competition, in partnership with renowned Chocolatier, Oli The Choc.]]>Sun, 17 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Choctastic-Offer-At-Northern-Hotels Poem Of The Week: Owl By George Macbeth (1932-1992) Owl Is my favourite. Who flies like a nothing through the night, who-whoing. Is a feather duster in leafy corners ring-a-rosy-ing boles of mice. Twice you hear him call. Who is he looking for? You hear him hoovering over the floor of the wood. O would you be gold rings in the driving skull if you could? Hooded and vulnerable by the winter suns owl looks.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 07:36:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Poem-Of-The-Week-Owl-By-George-Macbeth-1932-1992 Andrew Firth: The Man Who Knows Why Andrew Firth is focused, enthusiastic, and fair. Oh, and did I mention adventurous? Away from the office, he is a busy man who likes hiking and taking part in challenging charity events. As we talk about our different exploits, he trumps me every time. He trekked to Machau Pichu. I took the bus, albeit on quite treacherous terrain. He even walks 4 miles to work every day from Headingley.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:02:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Andrew-Firth-The-Man-Who-Knows-Why Fine Dining: French Chic At Bavette Wine correspondent Nathan Lane joined Group Editor Andrew Palmer for a lunchtime meal at Bavette, where they savoured gloriously cooked French gastronomy. ]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:01:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Fine-Dining-French-Chic-At-Bavette An Extraordinary Life: Three Things About Elsie By Joanna Cannon But Ronnie Butler is dead! Florence Claybourne lives in an assisted-living home for the elderly and Florence, or Flo to her friends, has fallen. The hours tick by as she lies alone in her flat and thinks about events both in the distant past and the recent. Florence is ‘on probation’.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:01:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/An-Extraordinary-Life-Three-Things-About-Elsie--By-Joanna-Cannon Albums: Paloma Faith – The Glorification Of Sadness The album has a number of different producers, which results in a fusion of styles that otherwise might have seemed to result in an incoherent style; instead, it gives the impression of where Faith’s mindset was at the time she wrote these personal songs.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Albums-Paloma-Faith--The-Glorification-Of-Sadness Should You Catch Up On Sleep At The Weekend? Wooden bed makers, Get Laid Beds partnered with Sleep Expert, Dr Deborah Lee to reveal the truth behind weekend slumbers. Contrary to popular belief, research suggests that our weekend slumbers might not be as restorative as we think.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Should-You-Catch-Up-On-Sleep-At-The-Weekend What Is Enlightened Self-Interest, And Does It Matter? Self-interest is the pursuit of one’s own well-being or happiness, regardless of the impact on others. Enlightened self-interest is the recognition that being good to others can also benefit oneself in the long run.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/What-Is-Enlightened-Self-Interest-And-Does-It-Matter Extra Buses Help Explore More Of Cumbria This Summer Improved reliability and extra buses are being introduced to help residents and tourists explore more of Cumbria this summer.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Extra-Buses-Help-Explore-More-Of-Cumbria-This-Summer Breathtaking Close-Ups Reveal The Secret Life Of Reptiles And Amphibians Specialist photographer Jamie Price creates exclusive image gallery for London Zoo’s new Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Breathtaking-Close-Ups-Reveal-The-Secret-Life-Of-Reptiles-And-Amphibians HMRC’s ‘Default’ Position On Penalties Criticised By Tribunal A recent tribunal hearing in respect of a research and development tax relief claim submitted on behalf of a scaffolding business opened a can of worms for HMRC, highlighting that the approach to penalties is not in line with its own guidance. While HMRC is not getting the assessment of the penalty position correct in all instances, could there be an ulterior motive to charging penalties? ]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/HMRCs-Default-Position-On-Penalties-Criticised-By-Tribunal Spring Into Action – Preparing Your Lawn For The Year Ahead! As winter’s chill starts to fade, garden enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the arrival of spring. March is traditionally the start of the lawn care year, a time characterised by blossoming flowers, lush greenery, and the prospect of enjoying longer, warmer days outside.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Spring-Into-Action--Preparing-Your-Lawn-For-The-Year-Ahead How To Keep Your Garden Furniture Immaculate After A Long Winter Be garden party and BBQ ready, come rain or shine, with these top garden furniture cleaning and styling hacks for all budgets.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/How-To-Keep-Your-Garden-Furniture-Immaculate-After-A-Long-Winter What Would The Monopoly Board Look Like With 2024 House Prices? The board gets a reshuffle, with Park Lane now being the most expensive area instead of Mayfair in the original; Vine Street is now the cheapest area, followed by Old Kent Road and Euston Road]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/What-Would-The-Monopoly-Board-Look-Like-With-2024-House-Prices Healthy Heart Tip: Importance Of Sleep Heart Research UK Healthy Heart Tip, written by the Health Promotion and Education Team at Heart Research UK]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Healthy-Heart-Tip-Importance-Of-Sleep Seeing Double: How Quickly Can You Spot The Duplicate Game Show Box? Amidst the three rows of green boxes lies two duplicates... Inspired by both their partnership with ‘Deal or No Deal’ and their Secret Delivery challenge, which offers participants the chance to win a cool £1000 cash prize, the team at the bingo site, tombola, have crafted a new brainteaser that’s certainly set to put your skills to the test.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Seeing-Double-How-Quickly-Can-You-Spot-The-Duplicate-Game-Show-Box The Best Summer Bulbs To Plant Now During the warm summer months, gardens in full bloom are a sight to behold. If you're looking to add vibrant colours to your outdoor space, planting summer bulbs that will come back year after year is a great option. Whether you prefer bold and bright blooms or delicate and fragrant flowers, there's a summer bulb out there for you.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/The-Best-Summer-Bulbs-To-Plant-Now Designing For The Long Term Hero designs were made to last a lifetime, which is why, at AMC Design, we focus on longevity of style over trends when designing a new scheme for our clients. Before taking the plunge however and purchasing those pieces you’ve always wanted, it is worth thinking about how long you intend to stay in this property.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Designing-For-The-Long-Term Market Analysis: Volkswagen, John Lewis, Vistry, Dilveroo, Moonpig, Berkeley Volkswagen: Solid performance in EU and North America despite slowdown in EV demand; Challenges in China due to competition from chinese automakers; Partnership with XPeng could be the game changer. John Lewis: Department stores continue to struggle, sluggish housing market is not helping; More store closures are expected; Margins are underpressure due to rising labor wages and input costs. Vistry: Shift towards partnerships is reducing profit margins; The drop in interest rates could also drive demand for Vistry's homes on the open market. Deliveroo: Exploring new verticals like grocery and retail could further expand GTV growth; Rider costs are Deliveroo’s biggest cost; Deliveroo Plus can increase retention but loss delivery fees. Moonpig: The market is struggling due to inflation and rising living expenses; Increased competition from Amazon and traditional retailers; Diversification is crucial but gifting revenue holds relativeyly low significance. Berkeley: Material prices have stabilized, but labor inflation remains a concern; higher construction costs due to new fire safety regulations post-Grenfell and challenges in acquiring land and obtaining planning permission. ]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Market-Analysis-Volkswagen-John-Lewis-Vistry-Dilveroo-Moonpig-Berkeley St Patrick’s Day: How To Drink Less Is there a deeper meaning to St. Patrick's Day, one beyond just drinking? As Sunday 17th March approaches, reflecting on the origins and impact of St Patrick’s Day is crucial to avoid holiday heart syndrome associated excessive binge drinking. St. Patrick's Day Origins St. Patrick's Day, initially a religious commemoration of St.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/St-Patricks-Day-How-To-Drink-Less Spring Clean Your Business Tech Spring is a time for possibilities, ideas and action. With IT playing an increasingly important role in the success of a business on a multi-departmental level, it’s also the perfect time to take a deep breath and spring clean your business’s tech to save money, improve productivity, and boost morale.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Spring-Clean-Your-Business-Tech Dealing With Storm-Damaged Trees: Tips On What To Do Next If you’re familiar with the names Henk, Isha and Jocelyn, you’ll know they’re the titles given to recent storms which wreaked damage across the UK. As we approach Spring, tree surgeon Daniel Fortuna, of Dr Tree Ltd, has provided tips to property owners on how to deal with damage to trees caused by high winds.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Dealing-With-Storm-Damaged-Trees-Tips-On-What-To-Do-Next These Are The Hazards To Look Out For On Your Next Dog Walk Whether you’re a dog walker by profession or a loving dog owner, avoiding plants that could harm your pets during your springtime walk is a must. Not only can your pet eating a toxic plant be concerning, but it can also be costly, with the national vet spending jumping from 4 billion to over 5.3 billion in 2022.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/These-Are-The-Hazards-To-Look-Out-For-On-Your-Next-Dog-Walk Can A Night Owl Become An Early Bird? In a recent interview with Grazia to celebrate International Women’s Day, Prime Minster Rishi Sunak’s wife, Akshata Murty, confessed that she isn’t a morning person and doesn’t like making the bed.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Can-A-Night-Owl-Become-An-Early-Bird New Product And Recipe Ideas From Charlie & Ivy's Charlie & Ivy's Bread Dippers. Made in Yorkshire, enjoyed nationwide. The UK's first range of bread dippers was brought to you by Charlie & Ivy's who make their award-winning products on their Yorkshire farm from award-winning cold-pressed rapeseed oil.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/New-Product-And-Recipe-Ideas-From-Charlie--Ivys Kia’s Range-Topping EV9 On Test The number of new electric cars on sale in the UK continues to grow almost daily and at the forefront of the march to greener motoring is Korean manufacturer Kia. It’s Niro, Soul and EV6 models have found a dedicated audience, and each one has been easy to recommend. How so you may ask?]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Kias-Range-Topping-EV9-On-Test-1 Harrogate Supercar Event This Sunday 17th March Some of the world’s most powerful and thrilling supercars are expected in Harrogate this weekend as leading luxury car financier Apollo Capital hosts its very first client and supercar club open day. The Supercars & Caffeine event will take place on Sunday, March 17 between 10am and 1pm, with various high-powered cars expected to be parked outside at The Lenz on Hornbeam Park.]]>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Harrogate-Supercar-Event-This-Sunday-17th-March Holiday Cottage Complex Whalesborough Leisure Limited Can Rest Easy Blacks Solicitors has advised holiday cottage and spa company, Whalesborough Leisure Limited, on a compliance review and update of commercial documentation. Based in Dorchester, Whalesborough Leisure Limited is dedicated to providing luxury self-catering holiday cottages and spa facilities for families and couples; both for long and short stays.]]>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:03:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Holiday-Cottage-Complex-Whalesborough-Leisure-Limited-Can-Rest-Easy McDermid Debut Award For New Writers Submissions have opened for Harrogate International Festivals’ new award, the McDermid Debut Award for new writers, offering a unique opportunity to be recognised among the best in the crime fiction genre. The Award will be presented on the opening night of the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival, the world’s largest and most prestigious celebration of crime fiction.]]>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:22:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/McDermid-Debut-Award-For-New-Writers The Sunday Times Reveals The Best Places To Live In The North And Northeast In 2024 The Sunday Times Best Places to Live sponsored by Halifax; Leeds named the best place to live in the north and northeast of England; North Berwick, East Lothian named the overall best place to live in the UK]]>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:14:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/The-Sunday-TImes-Reveals-The-Best-Places-To-Live-In-The-North-And-NorthEast-In-2- The Sunday Times Reveals The Best Places To Live In The North And Northeast 2024 The Sunday Times Best Places to Live sponsored by Halifax; Leeds named the best place to live in the north and northeast of England; North Berwick, East Lothian named the overall best place to live in the UK]]>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:10:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/The-Sunday-Times-Reveals-The-Best-Places-To-Live-In-The-North-And-Northeast Record Number Of Organisations Achieve A British Safety Council International Safety Award In 2024 A record number of organisations around the world have once again received a highly prized accolade for their work in health, safety, and wellbeing, with British Safety Council today (Thursday) revealing the 1124 winners of its prestigious annual International Safety Awards.]]>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 01:01:00 GMT https://yorkshiretimes.co.uk/article/Record-Number-Of-Organisations-Achieve-A-British-Safety-Council-International-Sa-