Chamber Membership

Equip your business with the essential tools for success.

Explore our flexible membership options.

Chamber Supporter

Become a part of the Chamber's business community.

It's FREE to learn more about membership benefits.

Local Skills Improvement Plan

Bridge the skills gap in the region, develop a plan for the future

Chamber International

International trade documentation, training, customs helpline and consultancy

Going for growth

Innovate your way to success with specialist support

Member News

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…

Andrew Jackson appoints Nicola Evans to lead employment team

28 October 2026

Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP has welcomed Nicola Evans as a partner and head of its employment team, further strengthening its employment law services for clients across the region and beyond. Nicola has over 15 years’ experience advising employers, senior executives, and individuals, on all aspects of employment law. Known for…

The quiet power of surplus

27 October 2026

Every year, tonnes of perfectly good food is classed as surplus before it ever reaches a supermarket shelf. The reasons for this are numerous: from overproduction to packaging changes, missed deliveries, and even batch variations. Company Shop Group, based in Barnsley, is one of the businesses doing something about it.…

Budget’s ‘Fab Four’ wish list to boost businesses

26 October 2026

Reduce VAT for hard-hit hospitality firms, cut tax on profits, give long notice for employment tax changes and slash the red tape. This is the ‘Fab Four’ Budget wish list for businesses in Yorkshire by the UK head of tax at UK top 10 accountancy and business advisory firm Azets.…

Azets responds to the government’s insolvency figures for September

23 October 2026

Azets, a Chamber member and a UK top 10 accountancy and business advisory firm covering Yorkshire, responds to the government’s insolvency figures for September. There were 1,882 corporate insolvencies in England and Wales – 3.6% fewer than in August (1,953) and 4.6% fewer than September 2025 (1,973). Richard Oddy is…

Cheshire Scientific celebrates IHEEM success

23 October 2026

Cheshire Scientific celebrated a successful Health Estates IHEEM Conference at Manchester Central last week, enjoying valuable conversations with healthcare professionals and exploring opportunities to support organisations with water testing, sample logistics and integrated reporting. The team welcomed several Yorkshire-based visitors to its stand, sharing how the company’s sample drop-off hubs…

Cheshire Scientific celebrates IHEEM success

23 October 2026

Cheshire Scientific celebrated a successful Health Estates IHEEM Conference at Manchester Central last week, enjoying valuable conversations with healthcare professionals and exploring opportunities to support organisations with water testing, sample logistics and integrated reporting. The team welcomed several Yorkshire-based visitors to its stand, sharing how the company’s sample drop-off hubs…

Buses to replace trains between Leeds and York for nine days to facilitate TRU improvement works

23 October 2026

From Saturday 24 October until Sunday 1 November, no trains will run on the mainline between Leeds and York as Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) teams undertake major improvement works in the Church Fenton area. Direct rail replacement buses will be in operation between the two cities, as well as local…

Popular North Yorkshire development prepares for next phase

23 October 2026

After the success of its first phase, David Wilson Homes has launched its next phase at Chaloners Green in Whitby. The development has been exceedingly popular with home hunters in North Yorkshire looking to make Whitby their home. Located on the outskirts of the vibrant coastal town of Whitby, the…

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…

Exclusive Member Offer – 10% Off Dale Carnegie Training

15 July 2026

Build confident leaders, stronger teams and better business results with 10% off Dale Carnegie programmes, exclusively for West & North Yorkshire Chamber members. We support organisations of all sizes across the region, the UK and globally, to deliver lasting impact through professional development. Our award-winning trainers deliver practical, results-focused programmes designed to create real…

Local Chambers

Bradford Chamber

Bradford, Airedale and surrounding areas

Leeds Chamber

Leeds and surrounding areas

York & NY Chamber

York, Harrogate, Scarborough and North Yorkshire areas

The Chamber Group

Business Enterprise Fund

Finance and loans for business

Chamber International

International trade documentation, training, customs helpline and consultancy

John Speak Language Trust

Language scholarships for employees