West & North Yorkshire Chamber publishes Local Skills Improvement Plan for York & North Yorkshire

13 July 2026

A new roadmap setting out how skills and training will be delivered in North Yorkshire is published today, with a heavy emphasis on the needs of the region’s employers.   West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today publishes its report into how the Local Skills Improvement Plan for York and North Yorkshire will be implemented over the…

Chamber shows increasing concern on inflation

6 July 2026

Inflation has overtaken taxation as the chief cost pressure facing businesses in Yorkshire, new data from West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce shows.  With taxation having consistently been the number one issue facing businesses for the past few Quarterly Economic Surveys, it is now clear that rising prices are impacting the region’s businesses to a far greater extent…

Chamber announces appointment of Ken Merry

2 July 2026

West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce Ken Merry as its new Vice-President for York & North Yorkshire. Mr Merry, principal and chief executive of York College, will represent employers across the whole York and North Yorkshire region and serve alongside current president Scott Jenkins. Mr Merry brings a wealth of…

York & North Yorkshire Chamber Leadership Group Elections – Final Notice & Nominees (2026)

18 June 2026

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 a voice for regional business. Here is the list of nominees for the York & North Yorkshire Chamber Leadership Group 2026: President and Vice-President: Standing for…

WNY Chamber celebrates York & North Yorkshire Annual Dinner

5 June 2026

Olympic gold medals, a world-class racecourse and the great and the good of the region’s business community were just some of the attractions on show at the 2026 York & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner for 2026.  Staged at York Racecourse, circa 180 members of the region’s business community gathered to celebrate the…

YNY Chamber Leadership Group Elections 2026

13 May 2026

This is your opportunity to stand for election for the YNY 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 agenda,…

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More local people set to benefit from expanded Community Health Champions programme

16 September 2026

More people in York will get help to find health services, support groups and wellbeing advice close to home thanks to a £14,000 funding boost from the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority. The funding will enable City of York Council to recruit and train a new team of Community…

York organisations invited to apply for Good Place, Warm Place Fund

15 September 2026

Community organisations across York are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to £5,000 to help provide warm, welcoming spaces for residents this winter. City of York Council’s Good Place, Warm Place Fund has £40,000 available to support organisations that run, or are planning to run, Warm Places during…

Government appoints York’s Children’s Services to help others improve

14 September 2026

City of York Council has been appointed by the Department for Education (DfE) to help improve children’s services in other local authorities across the country. The council will become a Children’s Social Care Improvement Team (CIT), recognising it’s work with local children, young people and families. The appointment also highlights the authority’s own improvement…

Wilkin Chapman Rollits appointed to Government Commercial Agency legal panel

14 September 2026

Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been appointed to Government Commercial Agency’s legal panel for public sector framework. The firm has been named as a supplier on the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) RM6374 Legal Panel for Public Sector framework, which will run until at least July 2029. Through the framework, public sector…

York rivers trail invites residents to help shape its future after successful first season

14 September 2026

Since launching earlier this summer, the York rivers trail has generated more than 750 digital conversations and reached more than 6,000 people through family-focused channels, helping introduce new audiences to stories, places and connections along York’s rivers. Now, as the trail enters its next chapter, residents and visitors are being…

Tenants take occupation at Marrtree Business Park

11 September 2026

Marrtree Developments, advised by Savills and GV&Co as joint agents, has welcomed two new occupiers to Marrtree Business Park, Wakefield, following practical completion earlier this year, as demand continues to build for high-quality industrial space in prime motorway locations. Completed in February, the nine-unit scheme has already seen two lettings…

Member Offers

Free business growth diagnostic session

14 September 2026

Where could your next growth opportunity come from? Sometimes, the biggest barrier to growth isn’t a lack of ideas. It’s knowing which opportunity to pursue, what to prioritise, and where the next revenue could come from. From 14 – 18 September 2026, Marvis Mark Consulting is offering West & North Yorkshire Chamber…

Invitation to Intergenerational Wealth event for Chamber members

11 September 2026

We’re hosting an afternoon seminar in partnership with Liberate Wealth, looking at some of the key financial and legal considerations involved in passing wealth between generations. Topics will include inheritance tax, trusts, estate planning and common pitfalls to avoid. The session is designed to provide practical legal and financial insight,…

September offer – 20% off Serviced Offices for a year

10 September 2026

Businesses looking for an elevated workspace in Leeds can take advantage of a new limited time offer from humanSpaces, with 20% off all office lettings completed before 30th September, when signing for a minimum of 12 months. Teams from 2 – 13 can choose from a variety of premium private…

Executive Education Courses – York Business School

7 September 2026

Executive Education at York Business School Boost skills, knowledge and confidence in your workforce with a professional short course delivered by York Business School. Whether you are a small business or a larger organisation, we have specialist courses that can tailor to you or your workforce. These programmes have been…

Summer Dining with FREE Drinks Reception

5 August 2026

Enjoy complimentary drinks reception with your private dining event and savour the late summer taste of Bistro du Vin York. Offer valid for NEW events contracted and taking place before the end of August 2026. To book, contact events.york@hotelduvin.com QUOTE SummerSizzle26 The post Summer Dining with FREE Drinks Reception appeared first on…

SUMMER MEETINGS from £35 per person

5 August 2026

Book a meeting from £35 Day Delegate Rate at Malmaison York this summer and enjoy the Mal style business meeting with this exclusive members’ reduced rate. Offer valid for NEW meetings and events contracted and taking place before the end of August 2026. To book, contact events.york@malmaison.com QUOTE SummerSizzle26 The post SUMMER…

York & North Yorkshire Chamber President

Scott Jenkins

York & North Yorkshire Chamber President

Autohorn Fleet Services Ltd

Ken Merry

York & North Yorkshire Chamber Vice President

York College & University Centre

OSCAR’s Paediatric Brain Tumour Charity

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At OSCAR’s Charity, we believe that every child affected by a brain tumour deserves the chance to smile, to play, and to simply be a child—even in the face of life’s most challenging circumstances. For families navigating the devastating reality of childhood brain tumours, those moments of joy can feel impossibly far away. OSCAR’s exists…

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Member Offers

Free business growth diagnostic session

Where could your next growth opportunity come from? Sometimes, the biggest barrier to growth isn’t a lack of ideas. It’s knowing which opportunity to pursue, what to prioritise, and where the next revenue could come from. From 14 – 18 September 2026, Marvis Mark Consulting is offering West & North Yorkshire Chamber members a complimentary 1-hour Growth Diagnostic….

Invitation to Intergenerational Wealth event for Chamber members

We’re hosting an afternoon seminar in partnership with Liberate Wealth, looking at some of the key financial and legal considerations involved in passing wealth between generations. Topics will include inheritance tax, trusts, estate planning and common pitfalls to avoid. The session is designed to provide practical legal and financial insight, with straightforward guidance that you…

September offer – 20% off Serviced Offices for a year

Businesses looking for an elevated workspace in Leeds can take advantage of a new limited time offer from humanSpaces, with 20% off all office lettings completed before 30th September, when signing for a minimum of 12 months. Teams from 2 – 13 can choose from a variety of premium private offices. Designed for modern businesses,…

Executive Education Courses – York Business School

Executive Education at York Business School Boost skills, knowledge and confidence in your workforce with a professional short course delivered by York Business School. Whether you are a small business or a larger organisation, we have specialist courses that can tailor to you or your workforce. These programmes have been designed to help organisations develop…

Summer Dining with FREE Drinks Reception

Enjoy complimentary drinks reception with your private dining event and savour the late summer taste of Bistro du Vin York. Offer valid for NEW events contracted and taking place before the end of August 2026. To book, contact events.york@hotelduvin.com QUOTE SummerSizzle26 The post Summer Dining with FREE Drinks Reception appeared first on Chamber Members.

SUMMER MEETINGS from £35 per person

Book a meeting from £35 Day Delegate Rate at Malmaison York this summer and enjoy the Mal style business meeting with this exclusive members’ reduced rate. Offer valid for NEW meetings and events contracted and taking place before the end of August 2026. To book, contact events.york@malmaison.com QUOTE SummerSizzle26 The post SUMMER MEETINGS from £35 per person…

Exclusive Member Offer – 10% Off Dale Carnegie Training

Build confident leaders, stronger teams and better business results with 10% off Dale Carnegie programmes, exclusively for West & North Yorkshire Chamber members. We support organisations of all sizes across the region, the UK and globally, to deliver lasting impact through professional development. Our award-winning trainers deliver practical, results-focused programmes designed to create real behaviour change — not just…

Christmas at DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds

Member to Member Offer We know what it takes to make Christmas truly special. From festive lunches to extravagant Christmas parties, we have something for everyone! We have the experience, and most importantly the people, to bring your celebration together. Our expert team of Moment Makers are on hand to ensure that it’s not just…

15% off smaller meetings and events

We’re excited to share a brand-new feature at Cedar Court Hotels Yorkshire that gives exclusive access to 15% off smaller meetings and events when booking through our online booking tool. Booking is quick and simple: Select your preferred hotel using one of the links below Enter your meeting details, including the number of delegates and…