A Leeds-based manufacturer of process control systems has landed its largest single order from the water industry for this type of equipment. Software designers and engineers at Saftronics Limited are currently working to fulfil the £4.5 million order from Severn Trent Water for its Minworth waste water treatment plant near Sutton Coldfield.

Political and business leaders from across Yorkshire met in Harrogate to mark the official launch of the Leeds City Region pilot programme. The launch sees the Leeds City Region Partnership take on greater powers and control over funding and key regional issues, such as housing, regeneration, innovation, transport and skills.

Land Securities, the UK’s largest property company, says expressions of interest in its Trinity Leeds retail development are now being converted into commitment as retailers get ready for economic recovery.