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Support for businesses Grants are available to help businesses in Leeds. Businesses and charities whose income is still being affected by the coronavirus outbreak can apply for a grant to…
As part of the additional £1m financial support that the government announced in December, a number of local councils have opened applications from businesses in the leisure and hospitality sector…
Inflationary pressures and recruitment headaches slowing the pace of recovery That is the findings in the latest economic report from Chambers of Commerce in West & North Yorkshire. Whilst firms…
Speaking on the announcement, Chair of West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, Amanda Beresford, said: “The investments made to Leeds Station are hugely important in demonstrating a commitment to…
The UK left the Brexit standstill transition period on its expiry on 1 January 2021. The terms of the new EU-UK trading arrangements – in the Trade and Co-operation Agreement…
Rail Minister Wendy Morton has today (4 January) hailed the completed Leeds Station upgrades as a major milestone in delivering a modern, fully connected transport hub fit for the future.…
45% of firms in a new survey reported difficulties adapting to changes in rules for buying or selling goods brought about by the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA), while 15% reported that this was easy …
“We welcome the measures from the Chancellor, which we have been asking for since the Plan B restrictions were announced. “They will provide some respite to the businesses who have been hit hardest by the latest Covid measures. However, if the restrictions persist or are tightened further, then…
“We recognise the difficult balancing act that the Government has to both protect public health and keep the economy going, but more support and reassurance is needed right now for…
A £1m innovative salmon harvesting plant that operates on board a vessel has been exported from the Shetland Islands to Chile with support from overseas trade specialist, Chamber International. The…
Amanda Beresford, Chair of West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, has responded to the increase in interest rates: “This is a slightly surprising move by the Bank of England…
The Chancellor was warned today of impending damage to the economic recovery if Government did not bring forward support for businesses following the Plan B Covid restrictions announced on Tuesday. The warning came…
Speaking following the release of the Plan, Chair of West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, Amanda Beresford, said: “After 11 years of campaigning for improved rail connectivity both within and across our…
80% of firms in new survey saw an increase to their prices in the past year, with nearly half (46%) categorising these as ‘significant’. Only 2% saw a decrease The proportion reporting increased prices rose…
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Sandy Needham has announced her pending retirement in 2022. Sandy, who has headed up the Bradford, Leeds and York & North…
View the West & North Yorkshire Chamber’s 2021 Autumn Budget and CSR Policy Wins The Autumn Budget and Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR) 2021 was delivered by the Chancellor of the…
The proposed devolution plans for York and North Yorkshire provide a once in a lifetime opportunity for green, inclusive economic growth – with a Chamber member, BioYorkshire, at the heart…
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) have shared resources to help businesses summarise the Autumn Budget: CSR & Autumn Budget 2021: Economic Summary Summary of Key Policy Announcements Speaking following…