Archive for May 2024
Leeds Chamber Leadership Group elections 2024
Your opportunity to stand for election for the Leeds Chamber Leadership Group. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the Leeds Chamber Leadership group. The Leadership Group exists for members who wish to influence decisions which affect their area or business. Leadership Group members set the Chamber agenda, drive policy formation and provide…
Read MoreA look back at the success of UKREiiF 2024
West & North Yorkshire Chamber congratulates the organisers of this year’s UKREiiF on a tremendously successful event More than 12,000 people from all around the world attended the three-day conference in Leeds, with a substantial proportion of our membership represented. Chamber staff attended a raft of events, both at the UKREiiF site at Leeds Dock…
Read MoreAddressing staff shortages in hospitality: the need for bespoke education
The hospitality industry has long been celebrated for its vibrancy, diversity, and significant contribution to the economy. However, in recent years, this sector has faced a critical challenge: persistent staff shortages. This issue, exacerbated by Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic, is not just a temporary blip but a systemic problem that requires a strategic and…
Read MoreEasing inflation further supports rate-cut calls
West & North Yorkshire Chamber welcomes the news that inflation has further fallen to 2.3 per cent. Mark Casci, head of policy, said: “Businesses will be comforted that inflation levels are nearing the two per cent target. “The CPI data today will heighten expectations that interest rates will be cut in the coming weeks. “However, employers…
Read MorePavers expansion plan approved following Chamber support
York & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today welcomes the news that City of York Council has approved plans for to expand Pavers factory in York, a move that will create hundreds of jobs in the region. Councillors voted to give the go ahead to plans to massively increase its facility at Northminster Business Park…
Read MoreShare how your business is doing with leading economic policymakers
Businesses in the region are being offered the chance to share their views, performance and expectations with some of the most important figures in British economics. West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce has been running its Quarterly Economic Survey for more than a decade and, owing to its being shared with British Chamber of…
Read MoreYork & North Yorkshire Chamber Leadership Group elections 2024
Your opportunity to stand for election for the York & North Yorkshire Chamber Leadership Group. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the York & North Yorkshire Chamber Leadership group. The Leadership Group exists for members who wish to influence decisions which affect their area or business. Leadership Group members set the Chamber…
Read MoreWest & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today welcomes the news that Britain has exited recession
GDP in the UK grew by 0.6 per cent during the first quarter of 2024, ahead of expectations. Mark Casci, head of policy and representation at the Chamber, said: “It is testimony to the strength and resilience of Yorkshire and Britain’s economy that it has been able to drive its way out of last year’s…
Read MoreBradford President welcomes investment
Mark Cowgill, President of Bradford Chamber of Commerce, said: “This investment from Airedale by Modine into Bradford is incredibly welcome. “The new facility will create hundreds of well-paid and highly skilled jobs in the city. “Airedale’s investment is yet further proof of Bradford’s highly diverse capability as an economic powerhouse.”
Read MoreChallenges and opportunities for the York and North Yorkshire mayor
After years in the making, we finally know who the first York and North Yorkshire mayor is. David Skaith will deliver for an area five times the size of Greater London, albeit with a far smaller budget. We know that combined authorities deliver for city regions, but what does this mean for the first rural…
Read MoreCongratulations to the mayor of York & North Yorkshire
York & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce congratulates David Skaith on winning the election to become mayor of York & North Yorkshire. The election of Mr Skaith is an historic moment in our region’s proud history and we look forward to working with him on ensuring our region’s business community is able to flourish under…
Read MoreChamber trade visit to New York City
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce had led a trade delegation to New York City to foster greater trade links between the two. The Chamber, alongside some of the region’s largest businesses, has arranged a jam-packed schedule of events to highlight the strong links between the two regions. The trip, in which all delegates…
Read MoreCelebrating the business of food at the Bradford Chamber Annual Dinner
The Business of Food was the theme as Bradford Chamber of Commerce celebrated its Annual Dinner by marking its status as the UK’s food and drink capital. Held at the city’s Cedar Court Hotel, more than 150 people from all walks of commercial life in the city were in attendance. Hosted by BBC journalist Sabbiyah…
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