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…
Chamber responds to Northern Powerhouse Rail
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
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,…
Chamber meets Chinese Consul General
West & North Chamber of Commerce met with Tang Rui, the Chinese consul general for the North of England, at the offices of City of York Council. As well as Matthew Seddon and Mark Casci from the Chamber, CYC leader Claire Douglas, deputy leader Peter Kilbane, Garry Taylor and Samual Blyth from the council and…
Chamber flying the flag for business with Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
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
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,…
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York supports LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week
City of York Council’s fostering team and One Adoption North and Humber, the regional adoption agency for York, North Yorkshire and Humber, are showing their support for LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week (2-6 March) by lighting up the city walls in rainbow colours. Led by charity New Family Social, this…
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Refurbished apartments to welcome returning tenants
Five completely refurbished blocks of apartments in Bell Farm are almost ready to welcome new and returning tenants. 40 apartments have been updated significantly to make them considerably more comfortable, safer and more affordable to run. While this major work was underway, tenants were moved to alternative accommodation. A number…
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York seeks to tackle childhood inequalities with new Centre of Excellence for early childhood development
Proposals that would see York become a Centre of Excellence for early childhood development, helping to tackle childhood inequalities, will be considered for approval by the council’s Executive next month (3 March). The proposals reflect the authority’s ambitions to support communities and reduce inequalities in child development, including health and…
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More, better quality affordable homes proposed
As part of the Council’s commitment to increase the quantity and quality of homes in York, it is proposing to develop 93 new affordable homes on the city centre Castle Mills site. Details are outlined in a report to Executive councillors being discussed next week. Another Executive report will outline…
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Council asked to commit to York Cultural Strategy
City of York Council is set to consider whether to adopt the York Cultural Strategy at an Executive meeting on Tuesday 3 March. The strategy, though funded by the Council thanks to a grant from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, was developed independently by arts, heritage and cultural organisations across…
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City of York Council set to expand smoke control area to improve air quality and health
City of York Council is set to approve plans to expand the Smoke Control Area (SCA) to cover the entire city, in a major step towards cleaner air and healthier communities, at a meeting next week. Currently, 80 per cent of York’s households are within an SCA. The new citywide…
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West & North Yorkshire Chamber Members Exclusive
To celebrate joining the Chamber, BR Apparel is offering members an exclusive package: Free logo setup (saving up to £50) Complimentary workwear & PPE cost comparison review 10% off your first order We support businesses across West & North Yorkshire with branded workwear and PPE supply — helping teams stay…
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Sky Sunday Roast
Celebrate the end of the week with exceptionally good roast. Indulge in an elevated dining experience at Sky Lounge with our specially selected Sunday Roast. Choose from perfectly roasted meats, pan-roasted fish of the day, or beautifully crafted vegetarian and vegan options — all prepared with exceptional care and premium ingredients. All…
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Corporate stays in the heart of Leeds
Nestled between Leeds-Liverpool canal and Train Station, the DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds city centre offers convenience and charming location of Granary Wharf. One of the biggest hotels in the city with 333 bedrooms, 18 meeting rooms and two destination food and drink outlets. Enjoy our waterfront terrace at The Lock Kitchen &…
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Banksia invites families to celebrate Mother’s Day with a complimentary meal for mum
Families looking for a stylish yet relaxed way to celebrate Mother’s Day this year are invited to The Banksia Bar & Restaurant, where Mediterranean-inspired flavours, warm hospitality and a special dining offer promise a memorable occasion. Guests can enjoy a specially curated Mother’s Day menu featuring vibrant starters, indulgent roasts…
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Core Telecom is proud to introduce its 03 Number Initiative, a programme designed to support UK organisations and the wider business community. Through this initiative, Chamber of Commerce members can receive a free 03 telephone number(s) or have their existing 03 numbers hosted on Core Telecom’s network at no cost.…
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Reduced SMS rates for members
Core Telecom provides UK businesses with secure, reliable, and cost-effective communication solutions that support customer engagement while reducing operational costs. Chamber of Commerce members can benefit from UK-based SMS services with rates starting from 2.5p per message, alongside a guarantee to beat existing SMS pricing. To support onboarding Core Telecom…
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OSCAR’s Paediatric Brain Tumour Charity
At OSCAR’s Charity, we believe that every child affected by a brain tumour deserves the chance to smile, to play, and to simply be a child—even in the face of life’s most challenging circumstances. For families navigating the devastating reality of childhood brain tumours, those moments of joy can feel impossibly far away. OSCAR’s exists…
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To celebrate joining the Chamber, BR Apparel is offering members an exclusive package: Free logo setup (saving up to £50) Complimentary workwear & PPE cost comparison review 10% off your first order We support businesses across West & North Yorkshire with branded workwear and PPE supply — helping teams stay compliant, professional and properly equipped….
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Sky Sunday Roast
Celebrate the end of the week with exceptionally good roast. Indulge in an elevated dining experience at Sky Lounge with our specially selected Sunday Roast. Choose from perfectly roasted meats, pan-roasted fish of the day, or beautifully crafted vegetarian and vegan options — all prepared with exceptional care and premium ingredients. All roasts are served with your…
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Corporate stays in the heart of Leeds
Nestled between Leeds-Liverpool canal and Train Station, the DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds city centre offers convenience and charming location of Granary Wharf. One of the biggest hotels in the city with 333 bedrooms, 18 meeting rooms and two destination food and drink outlets. Enjoy our waterfront terrace at The Lock Kitchen & Bar or views from Sky…
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Banksia invites families to celebrate Mother’s Day with a complimentary meal for mum
Families looking for a stylish yet relaxed way to celebrate Mother’s Day this year are invited to The Banksia Bar & Restaurant, where Mediterranean-inspired flavours, warm hospitality and a special dining offer promise a memorable occasion. Guests can enjoy a specially curated Mother’s Day menu featuring vibrant starters, indulgent roasts and classic desserts, all served…
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Free 03 Business Numbers
Core Telecom is proud to introduce its 03 Number Initiative, a programme designed to support UK organisations and the wider business community. Through this initiative, Chamber of Commerce members can receive a free 03 telephone number(s) or have their existing 03 numbers hosted on Core Telecom’s network at no cost. The initiative removes all call…
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Reduced SMS rates for members
Core Telecom provides UK businesses with secure, reliable, and cost-effective communication solutions that support customer engagement while reducing operational costs. Chamber of Commerce members can benefit from UK-based SMS services with rates starting from 2.5p per message, alongside a guarantee to beat existing SMS pricing. To support onboarding Core Telecom offers members 5,000 free SMS…
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Core Telecom is proud to introduce its 03 Number Donation Initiative, a programme designed to support UK Charities, Non-Profits, Housing Associations and Councils. Through this initiative, members can receive a free 03 telephone number(s) or have their existing 03 numbers hosted on Core Telecom’s network at no cost. The initiative removes all call charges and…
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Free Business Growth Roadmap Seminar
Join Alastair for a free Business Growth Roadmap seminar designed to give you clarity, focus, and practical next steps for growing your business. You’ll gain: A highly interactive, face-to-face session A digital Business Growth Roadmap workbook to take away An exclusive bonus for Chamber members: a private two-hour, one-to-one discovery session with Alastair to explore your business…
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