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GC Business Finance (GCBF), a Business Support Partner for the British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans (SUL) programme, achieved its strongest month so far in August, providing 230 loans worth £2.1m to ambitious start-ups across the UK. The team had set a previous record in July, providing 218 loans worth…

A recent Guardian article criticised Permitted Development Rights (PDR), highlighting that office-to-residential conversions have bypassed affordable housing requirements by removing nearly 28,000 planned affordable homes nationwide. While these concerns are valid, the story overlooks a crucial point: for SME developers in the North, PDR represents one of the most practical…

Reflection on the West Yorkshire Supply Chain Programme with Bev Foster The West Yorkshire Supply Chain programme provided fully funded support to help businesses diversify and access wider supply chain opportunities. It connected businesses with a diverse range of activities within regional, national, and global supply chains, encompassing both service…

What Is a Restructuring Plan? River Island’s Rescue Explained This month, River Island made headlines after the High Court approved a rescue plan that will save more than 4,000 jobs. The plan will see the closure of 33 underperforming stores, a reduction in rent across some locations, and changes to…

Deacon Blue – first direct bank arena, Leeds – 23rd September, 2025 Fans of the loved and revered Scottish band, Deacon Blue have plenty to celebrate this year: 2025 brings not only the 40th anniversary, and new concert dates, but also ‘The Great Western Road’ studio album. 2025 marks 40 years since Ricky Ross met Dougie Vipond…

Unlocking the Potential of Employee Ownership Trusts: A Succession Planning Solution Webinar Tuesday 9th September | 11:00 – 12:00 | Hosted on Microsoft Teams Free registration Registration link – https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/72842b5b-ffa1-484a-87b4-dd1e57fcbf80@bff15fc3-85fe-4f0f-b8c0-39c7643417c5 Join fds for an engaging and informative webinar designed specifically for owner-managed business owners and shareholders who are considering their…

Save Energy. Cut Costs. Boost Revenue. We are Energy Oasis – a project driven energy consultancy and management firm based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. We’re thrilled to be onboard with YABA as one of their latest corporate members and are here to help you generate additional revenue opportunities and cut…

At ACS IT Services, we understand that technology is the backbone of modern business. We deliver trusted IT support and solutions, helping organisations across the region stay secure, connected, and productive. Our comprehensive suite of services includes: Managed IT Support – Proactive monitoring, maintenance, and helpdesk support to keep your systems…

Made Smarter Adoption Programme “Calling all manufacturers! Made Smarter is a programme supporting manufacturers across Yorkshire to automate and become more digital. SMEs who sign up can access a fully funded digital roadmap through one-to-one support with industry experts. Further funding is then available to act on this advice, including…

Invest&Fund – A Partner for Northern SME Homebuilders UK boutique property developers across the North, in our eyes, are among the most creative and entrepreneurial individuals in the real estate sector. They identify underutilised land, unlock planning gains, and deliver high-spec, design-focused projects that larger developers often overlook. These are…