Archive for June 2020
York’s ‘Local Plan’ takes next steps – ask your questions
Work continues to progress York’s Local Plan following a letter received from the Government appointed planning inspectors. The letter, which has been published by City of York Council today, follows examination hearings on several key aspects of the plan, including the duty to co-operate, housing numbers and the spatial strategy and Green Belt issues. The…
Read MoreHM The Queen praises Chambers’ contribution to business during Coronavirus
Her Majesty The Queen has offered support to businesses as they reopen, and praised the contribution Chambers of Commerce across the UK and around the world are making to help firms, champion trade and rebuild communities, in a letter released today. The letter from Her Majesty, Patron of the British Chambers of Commerce, comes as…
Read MoreChamber Finance Finder – transforming members’ access to business finance
The Chamber are excited to launch an exciting new business funding matching tool looking to revolutionise access to finance for businesses in the West and North Yorkshire region. The new Chamber Finance Finder will give Chamber members fast and simple access to all funding options across loans, equity and grants – simplifying, speeding up and…
Read MoreYork council releases retail business pack
With the recent changes in national guidance on social distancing, and as we fast approach the Government’s 15th June deadline for the reopening of non-essential retail, the City of York council wants to help businesses adapt to the new changes in guidance. That is why they have developed ‘retail advice pack’, a document which provides…
Read MoreRegent Street flyover essential replacement works
Connecting Leeds, managed by Leeds City Council, are currently undertaking work to rebuild the Regent Street flyover. We are writing to let you know about some full weekend closures coming up on the A64(M) and A61. The first weekend closure will take place on Friday 26 June – Sunday 28 June. The closures on this…
Read MoreHave your say on Manningham Lane upgrades
Bradford Council and West Yorkshire Combined Authority are running a preliminary consultation on proposed changes to the A650 Manningham Lane as part of the Bradford Shipley Route Improvement Scheme. Due to Covid 19 the consultation will be run online with more detailed events including the larger scheme taking place later in the year. Opinions and…
Read MoreWest Yorkshire Lord Lieutenant sends important message to charities, communities and businesses
The Lord-Lieutenant of West Yorkshire has released a video in which he thanks charities, voluntary groups, faith organisations, businesses and individuals for “the wave of kindness” across the county during the Covid-19 crisis.
Read MoreYork Council Enhance and Extend ‘Micro Grants Scheme’
The Government is providing additional funding for local authorities to support small businesses (with high fixed property-related costs) that aren’t eligible for other ‘Small Business Grants’ or ‘Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grants. Up to £617 million has been made available across the country. Some national criteria has been set, but local authorities can determine which…
Read MoreDiscretionary Grant Scheme Launched for Businesses in Leeds
Leeds City Council looks to award grants to businesses and charities across the city who have not already benefited from Covid-19 funding. The discretionary grants fund, announced by the government earlier this month, will be administered by the council in line with government instructions to those small and micro businesses and local charities in the…
Read MoreBradford Discretionary Grant Scheme Now Open
Bradford Council is calling on local businesses that could be eligible for a new Covid 19 grant to urgently apply. The government has provided the local authority with £6.8 million to be spent on discretionary business grants. This allocation is much smaller the previous £137 million pot the government provided for earlier Covid 19 grants.…
Read More14-day quarantine for air passengers – BCC responds
Responding to government confirmation of a 14-day quarantine for all air passengers and further detail on exemptions for those arriving in the UK, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “Business communities in the UK and around the world remain concerned by the Government’s decision to impose a blanket quarantine on international arrivals. “The safe re-establishment of connections to key markets and trade partners must now be a top priority for the Government. ‘Air bridges’ must be put…
Read MoreLeeds Leadership Group Elections 2020
Are you a business leader who wants to influence decisions affecting your area and business? Have you thought about standing for election to the Leeds Leadership Group? This is your opportunity to do just that. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the Leeds Leadership Group. The Leadership Group exists for members…
Read MoreBradford Leadership Group Elections 2020
Are you a business leader who wants to influence decisions affecting your area and business? Have you thought about standing for election to the Bradford Leadership Group? This is your opportunity to do just that. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the Bradford Leadership Group. The Leadership Group exists for members…
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