Vp, which has its headquarters at Central House on Otley Road, said following the pandemic it took steps to reduce costs and save cash including closing or merging 25 of its locations.
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Harrogate firm posts turnover of £300m in ‘year of unprecedented challenges’
Harrogate building equipment rental company Vp has reported a turnover of £308 million and profits of £23.3 million, down from £48.1 million in the previous year. Vp, which has its headquarters at Central House on Otley Road, said following the pandemic it took steps...
Continuing the best-known name in the Harrogate district
Simon Theakston is the great-great grandson of the founder of the famous Masham brewery. He talks about the impact of covid and, as a former Harrogate councillor, appraises recent developments across the district.
First Damn Yankee owner reflects on ‘phenomenal’ early years in 1970s
Denise Wiand said the original Damn Yankee was a huge success when it first opened with queues of excited people down Station Parade looking forward to the classic American fare and lively atmosphere that it became famous for.
Artisan market launches in Harrogate next weekend
The first market will be held in Harrogate next Saturday, with more than 50 stallholders due to set up at St Wilfrid’s Church.
Whixley plant nursery celebrates 100 years of business
Family-run horticultural nursery is celebrating 100 years since its founding this month. The business has sold over 220 million plants to businesses across the country.
Harrogate taxi firm begins insolvency proceedings
Harrogate taxi firm Airline Taxis is taking steps to wind up the company. A meeting of any people or businesses who are owed money by the company will be held via Zoom, on June 16.
Big blue bins create ‘eyesore’ in Harrogate’s premier shopping area
Numerous large bins are creating an “eyesore” on Princes Street in Harrogate. One business owner has said around 30 bins can be found in a constant huddle on the street.
Harrogate’s controversial James Street planters could go after June 21
The planters were introduced at the start of the pandemic to allow pedestrians to social distance. But many residents and traders want them removed and parking restored.
Local taxpayers may contribute to further Tour de Yorkshire funding
North Yorkshire County Council is in ‘early discussions’ with Welcome to Yorkshire over funding next year’s Tour de Yorkshire. It could see councils underwrite costs for the race if the tourism body fails to secure enough sponsorship.
Ripon votes to create Business Improvement District
Eighty per cent of traders voted in favour of setting up the BID. It means 280 city businesses will contribute to an annual budget of £160,000 for improvement projects.
Harrogate residents prepare to fight Starbucks second appeal
Euro Garages, which runs drive-thru outlets for KFC and Greggs, wants to build the coffee shop on the former 1st Dental surgery site on Wetherby Road. Residents fighting the plans will appear at an appeal hearing on Tuesday.
Shop vacancy rates fall in Harrogate district, according to council figures
Figures from Harrogate Borough Council show the number of empty units in areas across the district have fallen since March last year. Boroughbridge is among the best performing with 1.5% of vacant units.
