Archive for October 2020
BCC initial response to announcement of second lockdown in England
Giving an initial response to the Prime Minister’s announcement of a month-long national lockdown in England, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “There’s no getting around the fact that these new restrictions will be a devastating blow to business communities who have done everything in their power to adapt and operate safely. “Business and…
Read MorePlanning for the Future – Chamber response to government consultation
In August the Government launched its ‘Planning for the Future’ white paper as it consults on proposed reform the country’s planning system. In the Government’s own words, the Planning for the future consultation, which closed at the end of October, ‘Proposes reforms of the planning system to streamline and modernise the planning process, bring a…
Read MoreNorthern Employment Platform launched in response to Covid-19
Employment, apprenticeships, and training courses are among the opportunities to be found on a newly launched website, which is specifically designed to support people in the North who have lost their job as a result of the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. The North has been disproportionally affected by the outbreak, suffering an estimated…
Read MoreBritish Chambers of Commerce responds to enhanced Coronavirus support for businesses
Commenting on the Chancellor’s announcement of further support for businesses and jobs as Coronavirus restrictions increase, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “This is a very significant improvement in the support available to businesses struggling with the impact of increasing restrictions across the UK. “Chambers have been campaigning for greater support for businesses experiencing big…
Read MoreChambers challenge Prime Minister to meet five business tests for Covid restrictions
The West & North Yorkshire Chamber have signed a letter to the Prime Minister from the British Chambers of Commerce to set five business tests that must be met to limit the impact of Coronavirus restrictions on businesses and jobs and take a long-term approach to tackling the pandemic. The letter from the Accredited Chamber…
Read MoreLeeds’ Clean Air Zone is no longer required
Leeds’ planned Clean Air Zone is no longer required thanks to businesses switching to cleaner vehicles faster than expected, a joint review by Leeds City Council and central government has concluded. Senior councillors will discuss the conclusions and proposals to voluntarily introduce new air quality targets that go further than the national standards at a…
Read MoreBCC responds to ‘time is running out’ campaign
Commenting on the launch of the government’s ‘time is running out’ campaign, urging businesses to prepare for the end of the transition period, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “Facing the triple threat of a resurgent Coronavirus, tightening restrictions and a disorderly end to the transition period, it is little wonder businesses are struggling to…
Read MorePostgraduate taught (Master’s) fee reduction
The University of Bradford is offering a 20% reduction in postgraduate taught tuition fees to those affected by redundancy during the pandemic. The reduction is offered to help those affected enhance their skills for future employment. We understand that redundancy can be difficult to bounce back from. We want to help you if you’ve been affected, and support…
Read MoreBCC and Drax: Breaking down climate barriers for businesses
As part of the Race to Zero, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in collaboration with energy company Drax Group, is calling on the government to use the 5th anniversary of the Paris Agreement to work in partnership with businesses to achieve the UK’s climate goals, as many firms continue to manage the impact of Coronavirus. A recent BCC survey of 527 found: …
Read MoreYORR Notification of Public Engagement
The Major Transport Project team within City of York Council have just launched the public engagement process with regards to the dualling of the York Outer Ring Road (A1237), which forms part of the submission for a planning application (expected to be submitted in Spring next year). We are displaying the details of the scheme…
Read MoreChamber to explore future skills needs
The West & North Yorkshire Chamber in partnership with West Yorkshire Learning Providers is conducting research into future skills needs for businesses across the region. The COVID crisis has forced companies into different working arrangements and for many employees the furlough scheme, whilst providing some security, has meant that they have been away from the…
Read MoreResponse to new tiered system for Coronavirus restrictions
Commenting on Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s announcement of a new, tiered approach to local Coronavirus restrictions in England – and following the introduction last week of deeper restrictions in other nations of the UK, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “Intensified restrictions will be a real blow to business and public confidence at a delicate…
Read MoreBCC responds to expanded Job Support Scheme
Responding to the Chancellor’s announcement that the Job Support Scheme will be enhanced to help UK firms that will have to close due to tighter restrictions expected next week, and cash grants will be increased, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “The enhanced Job Support Scheme will provide some additional relief for businesses forced to…
Read MoreBradford Council will be a Gateway for the Government’s new Kickstart scheme
Bradford Council is pleased to confirm that it will be acting as a Gateway for the Government’s new Kickstart scheme. This means we can submit applications to the scheme on behalf of partner organisations who cannot meet the 30 jobs threshold that has been set nationally. The scheme presents a fantastic opportunity for businesses to…
Read MoreRegional economy remains subdued
Economic activity across the region continues to battle the challenges presented by the global pandemic. The latest findings from the Quarterly Economic Survey carried out by West & North Yorkshire Chamber and Mid-Yorkshire Chamber in partnership with the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership highlighted the need for continued support as companies attempt to rebuild balance…
Read MoreYorkshire leaders call for delivery of HS2’s Eastern Leg to bridge East – West divide
A group of MPs, civic and business leaders from across Yorkshire has written to Boris Johnson calling for the full delivery of HS2’s Eastern Leg. In a letter to the Prime Minister, the cross-party group cites a new report which demonstrates stark social and economic inequalities between the Eastern and Western regions of the Northern…
Read MoreNew Chamber group gives greater voice to minorities
A new dedicated Black Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Business Committee has been launched by the West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce (WNYCC). The purpose of the new group is to raise awareness of the work of the Chamber and share the benefits of membership to BAME businesses in the area. Nasreen Karim, founder…
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