Archive for April 2024
Devolution Alliance – call to action for mayor
The new mayor of York & North Yorkshire must focus on improving inward investment into the region, upgrading its transport links and on improving leadership in the region, a landmark report has revealed. The Devolution Alliance, a collaboration between York & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, York St John University and the University of York…
Read MoreChamber calls for positive news on the Bradford Live project
Bradford Chamber of Commerce today calls for swift and positive news regarding the status of the Bradford Live project. The flagship regeneration scheme to transform the iconic former Odeon building into a state-of-the-art entertainment venue was due to open this year, creating a entertainment space that was anticipated to welcome 300,00 visitors a year for…
Read MoreBusiness survey shows encouraging outlook
Businesses in Yorkshire are growing in confidence, with expectations on increasing profits, recruiting more staff and boosting sales all having risen in the past three months, West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today reports. Data published in the Chamber’s latest Quarterly Economic Survey shows an improving picture on sales, hiring intent, investment and profitability…
Read MoreYork & North Yorkshire Chamber gives strong backing for Pavers expansion plans
York & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today issues its strong backing for the expansion plans of York firm Pavers. Family-owned Pavers, founded in the city more than 50 years ago and one of the country’s leading footwear retailers, is looking to expand its headquarters at Northminster Business Park. Pavers is looking create 130 new…
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