Croda International Plc, the speciality chemicals firm based in Yorkshire, has secured a Silver for Best New Ingredient at The Pure Beauty Awards UK 2025 for its naturally-derived emulsifier, Natrineo™ CR8. The accolade celebrates innovation and excellence across the cosmetics and personal care sectors.

Across the UK, 86% of small businesses fear the possibility of Autumn Budget announcements that, in their view, would adversely impact their plans for growth – with rises to taxation and fuel duty topping the list of concerns – according to new research from Novuna Business Finance.

Assessing the mood of business ahead of President Trump’s discussions with China’s President XI this week, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Businesses will be watching these talks very closely in the hope of divining some certainty on the direction of travel for global trade.

David Tyler, Founder and CEO of Outlier Technology is the latest regional professional in the hot seat as the p.ublished group of newspapers gives him just 10 minutes to answer our 10 burning questions. What does a typical working day for you involve? I work from home mainly,…

Amazon has invested over £5.1 billion in the Yorkshire and the Humber region since 2010, according to its recently updated 2025 UK Economic Impact Hub. This significant capital expenditure has driven substantial economic activity, job creation, and skills development across the North of England.

JCB is marking its 80th birthday with news of a £100 million investment in ultra-modern manufacturing facilities at its global headquarters in the UK.

Small business owners across Yorkshire, the North East and North West have the chance to win a £150,000 package made up of cash and expert support as part of the Havas Boost Business competition, which is now open for entries.

Reed Boardall, one of the UK’s largest temperature-controlled food distribution businesses, has unveiled a striking new flagship trailer design, proudly showcasing its support for Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA). The new trailer design features Reed Boardall’s much-loved polar bear mascot at the controls of a YAA helicopter, with both organisations’ logos clearly displayed.

New research suggests that a growing number of UK workers are considering retraining in the skilled trades sector, driven by concerns over artificial intelligence (AI) and high job dissatisfaction. A report released by MyBuilder.com reveals that more than a fifth of people are considering retraining as a plumber, electrician, or in other skilled trades.

Oadby Plastics, one of the UK’s largest independent plastics suppliers, has reinforced its commitment to sustainability by achieving carbon neutral waste and reducing single use plastic waste.

Samantha Overton, managing director of Zebra Print Group is the latest regional professional in the hot seat as the p.ublished group of newspapers gives her just 10 minutes to answer our 10 burning questions. What does a typical working day for you involve? No two days are ever the…

Expansion of EDI bureaucracy has been fuelled by government regulation, not by market forces or rising prejudice. Growth of EDI undermines meritocracy, replacing fairness and talent with group quotas and targets. Previous estimates suggest direct public sector EDI costs of £557m a year, with wider costs to the economy potentially in the tens of billions. New paper calls for rolling back EDI, including scrapping procurement requirements and outlawing quotas.

Ward Hadaway, a UK top 100 law firm, has significantly expanded its agriculture, rural business, and estates team with a series of strategic senior appointments. The newly bolstered team is now led by Tom Wills, who joins as Head of Agriculture, Rural Business and Estates.

UK business groups have issued a stark warning to the Government, arguing that rising employment costs are undermining job creation and urging the Chancellor to abandon any plans for new business taxes in the forthcoming Budget.