Tour de France Grand Départ set to return to Yorkshire

16 January 2026

Responding to the news that the Tour de France Grand Départ will be returning to Yorkshire, James Mason, chief executive of West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, said: “Yorkshire has a proven track record of staging elite level sporting events, with the region’s staging of the Grand Départ in 2014 having been a triumph.   “The…

Chamber responds to Northern Powerhouse Rail

14 January 2026

Reacting to the news that Northern Powerhouse Rail has been confirmed by the Treasury, West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce has the following response: Mark Casci, head of policy and representation at West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, said: “Businesses in Yorkshire have long stressed the importance of improving connectivity for the north…

Chamber responds to Autumn Budget 2025

26 November 2025

Responding to the Autumn Budget, West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce’s head of representation and policy Mark Casci, said: “Given the hugely challenging tax increases introduced 12 months ago at the last Budget, businesses have been very anxious about what would be imposed this year. “While no broad-based new taxes are to be imposed,…

Women In Manufacturing Roundtable

17 October 2025

Women in Manufacturing was the focus of a roundtable event staged at Shipley College and hosted by NatWest Bank as part of Bradford Manufacturing Weeks. Women currently comprise just 26.1 per cent of the workforce in the manufacturing sector and Britain ranks last among the top 15 manufacturing nations in terms of proportion of the…

Chamber flying the flag for business with Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain

6 October 2025

West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its largest trade mission to date as it prepares to take a raft of Yorkshire businesses to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.   The Chamber will lead the delegation to Jeddah, Riyad and Bahrain between November 9 and 14 after the two countries were identified by…

New Chamber Presidents

3 October 2025

West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome new presidents and vice presidents to office. Rebecca Fitzgerald, Yorkshire Building Society’s Director of Data and AI, has become president of Bradford Chamber of Commerce, taking over from Mark Cowgill, acquisitions director at the Talk Straight Group. She will be joined by Scott Wilson,…

Member News - Bradford

Connor Wynne pens new deal

15 May 2026

Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce Connor Wynne has put pen-to-paper on a new one-year deal to remain with the club until at least the end of the 2027 season. The 25-year-old has scored 5 tries in 9 appearances so far in his second spell wearing the red, amber and…

100 Bradford businesses back local hospital charity

15 May 2026

From takeaways to pharmacies, businesses unite behind families with babies on the neonatal intensive care unit at Bradford Royal Infirmary. More than 100 businesses and faith organisations across Bradford have committed to supporting Bradford Hospitals Charity, showing strong community backing for local healthcare. The money raised and donated will help…

The Link Between Fuel and Food

15 May 2026

When people talk about the cost of living, they talk about energy bills, mortgages and wage stagnation. Rarely does the conversation land on fuel. And almost never does it land on the cold chain that moves food from producer to plate. That invisibility is part of the problem. I want…

Manningham Housing Association awarded funds to train tenants for leadership roles

12 May 2026

Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has secured £70,000 of government funding to boost tenant involvement in important decisions made by landlords in Yorkshire and Humber, and the North East. Working in partnership with the Housing Diversity Network (HDN) – a not-for-profit social enterprise that specialises in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for…

Azets warns Yorkshire charities of HMRC clampdown

8 May 2026

Warning to Yorkshire charities over increased HMRC activity in sector Charities and not-for-profit organisations in Yorkshire are being warned to ensure all their procedures and records are watertight in the light of new and enhanced compliance activity by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). HMRC has recently initiated a programme of…

Green plaque honours global impact of Bradford Sling

8 May 2026

A World Origin Site green plaque has been unveiled at the University of Bradford to commemorate the global impact of the Bradford Sling and the world‑leading Plastic Surgery and Burns Research Unit (PSBRU), where the innovation was developed. The internationally recognised Bradford Sling, created at the University following the 1985 Bradford City fire,…

Member Offers

BR Apparel offers FREE visual mockup proofs for Chamber Members

12 May 2026

BR Apparel Ltd, Bradford’s leading workwear and uniform supplier, is offering businesses across West Yorkshire a free visual mockup proof service — showing exactly how your company logo would look embroidered or printed on a range of professional garments before you commit to an order. Whether you are considering branded polo shirts…

Christmas Party Nights at Mercure York

6 May 2026

Celebrate the festive season at the Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel with colleagues, friends, or family at one of our unforgettable Christmas party nights. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal featuring the finest festive flavours, followed by an evening of music and dancing with our resident DJ—guaranteeing a lively atmosphere from…

Free Cyber Security Health Check for Chamber Members

27 April 2026

Is your business cyber-secure? With cyber-attacks on the increase, you need a security product you can trust. Abzorb is offering a free Cyber Security Health Check for Members which will provide: Visibility of your current infrastructure, along with any security gaps you’ll need to address to protect your business from…

Free pensions training event for Chamber Members

15 April 2026

First Actuarial Defined Contribution (DC) training day 2026 Most organisations now offer a Defined Contribution (DC) pension scheme – but are you maximising the value for your business and your members? First Actuarial, a Gallagher company, is running a free DC training day in Leeds designed to help trustees and…

FREE 60 minute consultation

14 April 2026

What do the likes of AMEX, John Lewis & First Direct all have in common? They all develop Emotional Intelligence (EI) in their people. The result? Higher performance, lower attrition, increased Customer Satisfaction – and upturn in revenue. I am fully certified EQ in the workplace assessor and coach, and author of…

Save money whilst gaining expertise through Fractional Hire – Flourish Talent EQ

10 April 2026

Fractional work is revolutionising the workplace. Experienced professionals are leaving full-time roles to advise multiple clients on Board Advisory, Sales/GTM Strategy, AI Strategy, and more. Scale-ups to large businesses are benefiting from the cost efficiencies of this non-full-time model. Interested? We offer a FREE 90-minute 1:1 session for members (non-members…

Bradford Chamber President & Vice President

Rebecca Fitzgerald

Bradford Chamber President

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Scott Wilson

Bradford Chamber Vice President

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Member Offers

BR Apparel offers FREE visual mockup proofs for Chamber Members

BR Apparel Ltd, Bradford’s leading workwear and uniform supplier, is offering businesses across West Yorkshire a free visual mockup proof service — showing exactly how your company logo would look embroidered or printed on a range of professional garments before you commit to an order. Whether you are considering branded polo shirts for your office team, embroidered…

Christmas Party Nights at Mercure York

Celebrate the festive season at the Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel with colleagues, friends, or family at one of our unforgettable Christmas party nights. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal featuring the finest festive flavours, followed by an evening of music and dancing with our resident DJ—guaranteeing a lively atmosphere from start to finish. Your night…

Free Cyber Security Health Check for Chamber Members

Is your business cyber-secure? With cyber-attacks on the increase, you need a security product you can trust. Abzorb is offering a free Cyber Security Health Check for Members which will provide: Visibility of your current infrastructure, along with any security gaps you’ll need to address to protect your business from cyber attacks Notifications of any…

Free pensions training event for Chamber Members

First Actuarial Defined Contribution (DC) training day 2026 Most organisations now offer a Defined Contribution (DC) pension scheme – but are you maximising the value for your business and your members? First Actuarial, a Gallagher company, is running a free DC training day in Leeds designed to help trustees and employers get more from their…

FREE 60 minute consultation

What do the likes of AMEX, John Lewis & First Direct all have in common? They all develop Emotional Intelligence (EI) in their people. The result? Higher performance, lower attrition, increased Customer Satisfaction – and upturn in revenue. I am fully certified EQ in the workplace assessor and coach, and author of a world best selling book on EQ&AI…

Save money whilst gaining expertise through Fractional Hire – Flourish Talent EQ

Fractional work is revolutionising the workplace. Experienced professionals are leaving full-time roles to advise multiple clients on Board Advisory, Sales/GTM Strategy, AI Strategy, and more. Scale-ups to large businesses are benefiting from the cost efficiencies of this non-full-time model. Interested? We offer a FREE 90-minute 1:1 session for members (non-members £95) to see if this…

EGYM Hussle – One Month Wellness Pass

Give your teams the gift of health, fitness and longevity. Hussle is the UK’s leading fitness network, on a mission to make fitness flexible, accessible, and affordable for employees as part of one simple corporate benefit. They collaborate with thousands of fantastic venues across the UK, and Yorkshire is one of their most widely served…

Discounted corporate rates offer

Corporate & Business Our serviced apartment suites are perfect for business travellers seeking flexible residential-style accommodation. With spacious layouts, all suites come complete with fully equipped kitchens, designated workspaces, plush sofas, and lightning-fast Wi-Fi connectivity. For travel agents, we collaborate seamlessly via GDS, streamlining the booking process. Enjoy up to 20% off short stays and…

10% off Conference Packages for Chamber Members

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