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City centre access for this year’s Christmas Market

30 October 2026

Between Thursday 12 November and Monday 21 December 2026, Make it York will once again host York’s Christmas Market, bringing festive shopping, seasonal food and Christmas atmosphere to the heart of the city. This year the Christmas Market stalls will be closed on Tuesdays for a rest day. City centre…

Leeds College of Building welcomes Government funding announcement

30 October 2026

Leeds College of Building (LCB) welcomes today’s budget announcement by the Government, which will help the college to continue to grow. In his budget speech to Parliament, Chancellor John Healey pledged £15 million in funding which will support the opening of LCB’s new CTEC building.  The funding promise was announced…

Chadwick Lawrence accelerates digital transformation with six-figure investment in AI and cybersecurity

30 October 2026

Chadwick Lawrence Solicitors has significantly increased its investment in technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and operational infrastructure, as the Northern law firm continues to grow and reinforce its commitment to client service. The firm experienced a significant increase in demand in the 2025/26 financial year, opening 18% more matters than the…

Working together to support children’s mental health

28 October 2026

The Principle Trust Children’s Charity provides free, week-long respite breaks for children and families across Yorkshire who are facing some of life’s toughest challenges, including mental health difficulties, trauma, disability, serious illness and financial hardship. Through its family-friendly holiday homes in Blackpool, Filey and the Lake District, the charity gives…

Salko UK celebrates European expansion as it announces leadership team promotions

28 October 2026

Mechanical and electrical engineering specialist Salko UK has promoted several leadership team members, supporting its growth as it launches its first European base with the establishment of group company Salko Spain. The senior leadership team now comprises Chief Financial Officer Georgina Wilkinson, Group Business Development Director Steve Mason, Operations Director…

Businesses urged to get ready for new tobacco and vaping laws on 29 October

28 October 2026

Businesses in York are being urged to get ready for new tobacco and vaping laws that come into force on 29 October 2026. Trading Standards officers at City of York Council are working with Humber and North Yorkshire’s Centre for Excellence to help businesses understand the changes and what they…

Sparkling wine leader sells wine merchants to Italian food company

28 October 2026

Leading commercial law firm Schofield Sweeney has advised Freixenet Copestick, part of Henkell Freixenet, the leading international producer of sparkling wine, on the sale of Jascots Wine Merchants to Italian food company Compagnia del Gusto Holding (CDGH UK). Specialist wine supplier Jascots supplies premium hotels, bars, restaurants and independent merchants across…

Bradford College launches pioneering new clinical practice programmes for pharmacy technicians

28 October 2026

Bradford College has launched two innovative Higher Education programmes that will help pharmacy technicians develop advanced clinical skills to meet the growing demands of modern healthcare services.  The new Level 4 HNC and Level 5 Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Clinical Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, validated by the University of Greater…

City of York Council outlines scale of future budget challenge

28 October 2026

City of York Council is preparing for one of the most significant financial challenges in its history, as increasing demand for services, rising costs and national funding changes are all placing significant pressure on its plans to set future budgets. A report to the council’s Executive next month will outline…

Cleaner air for York as Smoke Control Area expands citywide

28 October 2026

From 1 November 2026, the whole of York will become a Smoke Control Area to help improve air quality and protect people’s health. The change follows a decision earlier this year and will introduce the same rules across the whole city. At the moment, around 80 per cent of York…

Member Offers

Free WAN and Edge Networking Assessment for Chamber Members

23 October 2026

Steel City Consulting is offering Chamber members a free WAN and edge networking assessment. This provides an opportunity to review how your locations connect, and to discuss whether your current network meets your business needs. What is WAN and Edge Networking? In short, a wide area network (WAN) connects an…

Seminar – Mock Employment Tribunal – 5 November 2026

19 October 2026

This year’s event will explore how Employment Tribunals approach allegations of sexual harassment. You’ll see the hearing unfold as a Tribunal case, including witness evidence, cross-examination, and judgment. It’s a chance to see the process first-hand and understand the legal and reputational issues employers need to consider. The case follows…

Seminar – A practical guide to avoiding disputes and the adjudication process – 22 October 2026

15 October 2026

The session will be split into two sections, each led by an experienced barrister. Harriet Butterfield, a consultant at Blacks and practising barrister, will begin with ‘Avoiding disputes in construction: It’s all in the set up’, sharing practical steps you can take from the outset to help stop common problems…

Children’s mental health virtual training offer

14 October 2026

Access free training from Compass Community, part of Compass – a trusted national charity specialising in children and young persons mental health, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality services, training and support in communities across England. Courses include: Signs and Symptoms of Common Mental Health Problems Introduction to…

Free digital performance audit for Chamber Members

5 October 2026

Who We Are Mediaworks is one of the UK’s leading digital agencies, helping ambitious organisations grow through strategy, creativity, technology and performance marketing. With more than 15 years’ experience, we’re a Google Premier Partner, Microsoft Advertising Partner, Meta Business Partner and Umbraco Platinum Partner. www.mediaworks.co.uk What We Do We help…

Festive dining with a free glass of wine

29 September 2026

Enjoy complimentary glass of house wine when dining from our Celebration menu and savour the festive taste of Bistro du Vin York. You can pre-view the menu here T&C’s – subject to availability, offer valid for new reservations booked until 31st October and taking place between 18th November and 24th…

Festive early sparkle with a free Prosecco on arrival

29 September 2026

Secure your Christmas celebration at Malmaison York and let us add a touch of festive cheer. Groups of up to 19 guests will enjoy a complimentary glass of Prosecco on arrival, and for parties of 20 or more, the organiser dines free. T&C’s – Subject to availability, for new reservations…

WNY Chamber Member Offer at FitFlex Bradford

24 September 2026

A better FitFlex rate, exclusively for WNY Chamber members FitFlex Bradford is a smaller, more relaxed gym based at Cedar Court Bradford, ideal for people who want somewhere straightforward, easy to access and simple to fit around work and everyday life. As a WNY Chamber member, you can access an…

Executive Education Courses – York Business School

7 September 2026

Executive Education at York Business School Boost skills, knowledge and confidence in your workforce with a professional short course delivered by York Business School. Whether you are a small business or a larger organisation, we have specialist courses that can tailor to you or your workforce. These programmes have been…

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