Archive for September 2020
Bradford Manufacturing Weeks 2020
Bradford Manufacturing Weeks 2020 brings “first chance” to bring the world of work into secondary schools Virtual site tours, manufacturer talks and a competition to design a fun and practical hygiene station for schools and colleges are the format for next month’s Bradford Manufacturing Week 2020. Manufacturers of products from textiles and laundry detergents to…
Read MoreResponse to Chancellor’s Winter Economic Plan
Responding to The Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak MP’s announcement of a Winter Economic Plan, including a new raft of measures to support businesses and the economy as the pandemic continues, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “The measures announced by the Chancellor will give business and the economy an important shot in the…
Read MoreBrexit: 26 unanswered questions for business with fewer than 100 days to go
The British Chambers of Commerce has published a critical update of its Brexit guidance dashboard containing 26 key questions that remain unanswered with just 98 days to go until the end of the Brexit transition period. The leading business group published the document alongside new research which suggests business preparation for the coming changes is…
Read MoreBCC President warns PM of “difficult winter ahead”
In a letter to the Prime Minister, BCC President Baroness Ruby McGregor-Smith has said businesses face “the most difficult trading conditions in post-war history” and set out a series of measures to help government take a “sharper approach” to restarting the UK economy. The letter from the leading business group follows their recent research which…
Read MoreChamber Presidents continue to support nominated charities
The West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce are delighted to announce that they are to continue to support the Presidents chosen charities in Leeds, Bradford and York for another consecutive year. The three Chamber charities will remain as: The Market Place, The Children’s Heart Surgery Fund and Dance United Yorkshire, covering issues such as…
Read MoreRail upgrades due, more disruption on the way
Earlier in September 2020, Network Rail announced a programme of works to deliver improved services on the East Coast Main Line. Unfortunately for passengers, there will be disruption to existing services while that work is carried out. Between 1 March and 4 June 2021, there will be temporary closure of individual tracks and platforms at…
Read MoreCovid App and QR Codes
With the new NHS Test and Trace App being launched on 24 September, Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds City Council and Tom Riordan, Chief Executive of Leeds City Council are determined that as many venues in the city get ready for the App. This means getting a QR code for the venue, making a poster,…
Read MoreBusinesses need flexible financial support
Results from a BCC poll, conducted in partnership with banking group TSB, reveals that many firms have taken on debt during the pandemic and require flexible repayment solutions to rebuild their revenues and avoid an unsustainable debt crisis. Those who haven’t taken on debt, but may yet need to, favour flexible business banking services that adapt to their needs: 42% of respondents took on…
Read MoreFunded growth support available to businesses
Businesses in Bradford, Leeds and North Yorkshire can access specialist business support thanks to a new stream of funding received by West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce. Firms with up to 50 employees can now benefit from the Chamber’s expertise after funding, which reduces the cost of annual membership by 75%, has been awarded…
Read MoreInvestment in HS2 will lead to growth
The Chair of the Transport Group for the West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, which supports business in Bradford, Leeds and York & North Yorkshire, has welcomed the announcement of the start of the construction of HS2. Alastair Gordon said: “The West & North Yorkshire Chamber has supported plans for HS2 throughout the planning…
Read MoreBCC responds to the opening of the Kickstart scheme
Commenting on the launch of the Kickstart scheme, allowing employers to offer government-subsidised work placements for young people aged between 16-24 who are claiming Universal Credit and at risk of long-term unemployment, BCC Head of People Policy Jane Gratton said: “At a time when cashflow is tight, this fully funded scheme will help employers bring…
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