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Leather Repair Company hits new heights with Concorde restoration
A family firm that has built a reputation internationally for breathing new life into prized possessions from classic cars to swanky sofas is reaching for the sky after being appointed to clean up Concorde. The Leather Repair Company has started work on restoring the seats on G-BOAC Concorde, which attracts thousands of visitors every year to the Runway Visitor Park at Manchester Airport....
Bio-D presented with King’s Award for Enterprise
Hull-based independent eco-cleaning product manufacturer Bio-D has been presented with its King’s Award for Enterprise and Grant of Appointment by the Lord-Lieutenant of the East Riding of Yorkshire. Bio-D hosted the Lord-Lieutenant, James Dick, for the presentation at its Hedon Road site, as it welcomed customers, suppliers and stakeholders for the occasion. The most prestigious business award...
Lindsey Alvis appointed new Artlink CEO
Hull-based Artlink has announced the appointment of Lindsey Alvis as its new creative director and CEO. Lindsey, a passionate advocate for community arts and inclusivity, will step into the role following Philip Stevens’ retirement. Lindsey brings a wealth of experience from more than 15 years working in the arts, having worked as a theatre producer for London-based touring company Headlong and...
Leading artist teams up with Sailors’ Children’s Society to create charity Christmas card
Award-winning artist and illustrator Eleanor Tomlinson has announced her latest charity collaboration with the Sailors’ Children’s Society. The East Yorkshire-based artist has teamed up with the charity to create a new Christmas card to help raise funds to support the children of seafarers around the UK. The exclusive 2024 card design, titled Deck the Hulls, is now available to order on...
Beal apprentices honoured in the inaugural East Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards
Two Beal Homes apprentices have been recognised for the invaluable contribution they make in the inaugural East Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards. Erin Symons, 17, and Will Stanley, 19, were both shortlisted in the Construction Apprentice of the Year category, with Erin being named as the award winner and Will also taking home a Special Recognition accolade. The awards were hosted by the Yorkshire...