West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce publishes Local Skills Improvement Plan for West Yorkshire
A new roadmap setting out how skills and training will be delivered in West Yorkshire is published today, with a heavy emphasis on the needs of the region’s employers. West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today publishes its report into how the Local Skills Improvement Plan for West Yorkshire will be implemented over the coming months. The LSIP, a Department…
Chamber shows increasing concern on inflation
Inflation has overtaken taxation as the chief cost pressure facing businesses in Yorkshire, new data from West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce shows. With taxation having consistently been the number one issue facing businesses for the past few Quarterly Economic Surveys, it is now clear that rising prices are impacting the region’s businesses to a far greater extent…
Bradford Chamber Leadership Group Elections – Final Notice & Nominees (2026)
The Leadership Group exists for members who wish to influence decisions which affect their area or business. Leadership Group members set the Chamber agenda, drive policy formation and provide a voice for regional business. Here is the list of nominees for the Bradford Chamber Leadership Group 2026: President and Vice-President: Standing for election for the…
WNY Chamber celebrates Bradford Annual Dinner
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce welcomed well over 130 people to its Bradford Annual Dinner for 2026. Held at the spectacular Bradford Live’s ballroom, employers from across the region came together to celebrate the region’s business community. They heard from Bradford Chamber President and Yorkshire Building Society’s Director of Data and AI Rebecca Fitzgerald who talked…
Bradford Chamber Leadership Group Elections 2026
This is your opportunity to stand for election for the Bradford Chamber Leadership Group. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the Bradford Chamber Leadership group. The Leadership Group exists for members who wish to influence decisions which affect their area or business. Leadership Group members set the Chamber agenda, drive policy formation…
Tour de France Grand Départ set to return to Yorkshire
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…
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Paramedic students given ‘crash course’ on campus
Paramedic students at the University of Bradford gained hands-on experience of their future profession by taking part in a crash scene simulation staged on campus. A group of BSc Paramedic Science students were faced with a mock three-vehicle crash, featuring one of the cars flipped onto its side and trapped passengers. Working…
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Schofield Sweeney partner joins national succession planning taskforce
A partner at leading commercial law firm Schofield Sweeney has been appointed to the steering committee of the newly formed Succession Alliance – a UK-wide taskforce aimed at improving succession outcomes across financial planning. Established by the Consumer Duty Alliance, the Succession Alliance aims to improve consistency, raise expectations and…
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Vice-Chancellor signals new chapter for University of Bradford
The University of Bradford’s incoming Vice-Chancellor Professor Gillian Murray has signalled “a new era” for the university focused on innovation and partnerships. Professor Murray, who will take up her new role on Monday, July 13, at the start of the University’s summer graduation week, has a strong track record in…
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Experienced Insurance Account Executive appointed to support client growth
Bradford headquartered independent insurance broking and risk management firm, TL Dallas, has appointed experienced insurance professional John Loran as an account executive, strengthening its commercial team in Glasgow, as the business continues to expand its presence across Scotland. John joins TL Dallas with 18 years’ experience in the insurance sector,…
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What NATO’s latest summit reveals about the alliance’s future
Professor Christoph Bluth, Professor of International Relations and Security at the University of Bradford, argues that NATO emerged from its recent summit militarily stronger but politically more fragile. In this expert analysis, he explores growing tensions over defence spending, Ukraine, Iran and US leadership, and assesses what this means for the future of the…
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10 things you didn’t know about Bradford Lit Fest
As Bradford Literature Festival prepares to enter its closing weekend, here are 10 things you didn’t know about one of the North’s biggest literary celebrations. Ethical ticketing gives free access to most of the programme to students and educators. 1 The University of Bradford has supported the festival since its launch in…
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Exclusive Member Offer – 10% Off Dale Carnegie Training
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…
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🍷🧀 Join us at the Liverpool Food & Wine Festival! 🚌
At OneWorld Travel York, we value the relationships we have with our clients, local businesses and community partners. That’s why we’re delighted to invite Chamber of Commerce members, contacts and prospective partners to join us for a fantastic day out to the Liverpool Food & Wine Festival on Friday 21st…
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Christmas at DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds
Member to Member Offer We know what it takes to make Christmas truly special. From festive lunches to extravagant Christmas parties, we have something for everyone! We have the experience, and most importantly the people, to bring your celebration together. Our expert team of Moment Makers are on hand to…
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Free Consumer Credit Consultation and 5% Off Support Packages
Quinn Oath Advisory Limited is offering West & North Yorkshire Chamber members a free Consumer Credit Compliance Health Check, followed by a free one-hour initial consultation where appropriate. Members who complete the health check and proceed with a Quinn Oath Advisory support package will receive 5% off their first support…
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15% off smaller meetings and events
We’re excited to share a brand-new feature at Cedar Court Hotels Yorkshire that gives exclusive access to 15% off smaller meetings and events when booking through our online booking tool. Booking is quick and simple: Select your preferred hotel using one of the links below Enter your meeting details, including…
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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 behaviour change — not just…
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🍷🧀 Join us at the Liverpool Food & Wine Festival! 🚌
At OneWorld Travel York, we value the relationships we have with our clients, local businesses and community partners. That’s why we’re delighted to invite Chamber of Commerce members, contacts and prospective partners to join us for a fantastic day out to the Liverpool Food & Wine Festival on Friday 21st August. Enjoy great food, artisan…
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Christmas at DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds
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Free Consumer Credit Consultation and 5% Off Support Packages
Quinn Oath Advisory Limited is offering West & North Yorkshire Chamber members a free Consumer Credit Compliance Health Check, followed by a free one-hour initial consultation where appropriate. Members who complete the health check and proceed with a Quinn Oath Advisory support package will receive 5% off their first support package, subject to suitability, scope…
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15% off smaller meetings and events
We’re excited to share a brand-new feature at Cedar Court Hotels Yorkshire that gives exclusive access to 15% off smaller meetings and events when booking through our online booking tool. Booking is quick and simple: Select your preferred hotel using one of the links below Enter your meeting details, including the number of delegates and…
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Your IT team handles laptops but who handles your Microsoft 365?
Most businesses have a great IT Managed Service Provider for the basics such as passwords, laptops, and networks. However, when your SharePoint site goes wrong, your Power Automate flow stops running, your Copilot or Agent needs attention, or your Teams-based process needs an update, who do you call? The same applies when you need help…
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25% discount in May, June and July on Institute of Leadership Approved courses for members
Established in 2017, our Institute of Leadership Approved Leadership Pathways Programme has proved a springboard to progression for many participants, with 60% of past participants obtaining additional leadership responsibilities/promotion or leading improvement projects in their organisations. Our next courses start in September and now include a coaching module, focusing on skills to support your transition…
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