Greg Wright

The Yorkshire based law firm Ridley & Hall has launched a new specialist service aimed at supporting women who are navigating divorce.

Australian pharmacy business Sigma Healthcare has pulled out of takeover talks to buy Boots.

Yorkshire-based Fortus, the accountants and business advisers, has secured investment from LDC, which is part of Lloyds Banking Group, to support its growth plans.

Online fashion firm Debenhams has reported a “year of significant and successful transformation” as it narrowed losses despite a further fall in sales.

The wellness brand LYMA, which was founded by a Yorkshire entrepreneur, has secured Harrods as its exclusive UK retail partner.

The Financial Conduct Authority has closed its investigation into Yorkshire energy company Drax and confirmed that no action will be taken.

Morrisons is moving into financial services by providing shoppers with the chance to buy travel and pet insurance.

The Government has pledged to impose tough sanctions against bosses of rogue home improvement firms who rip off vulnerable families.

Marks Electrical has said it is taking a more “cautious” outlook over annual sales and profitability as consumers rein in spending in the face of cost of living and unemployment worries.

Asda has seen losses swell to almost £1 billion as it undergoes a major turnaround.