WNY Chamber celebrates Bradford Annual Dinner

29 May 2026

West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce welcomed well over 130 people to its Bradford Annual Dinner for 2026.  Held at the spectacular Bradford Live’s ballroom, employers from across the region came together to celebrate the region’s business community.   They heard from Bradford Chamber President and Yorkshire Building Society’s Director of Data and AI Rebecca Fitzgerald who talked…

Bradford Chamber Leadership Group Elections 2026

20 May 2026

This is your opportunity to stand for election for the Bradford Chamber Leadership Group. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the Bradford 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…

Tour de France Grand Départ set to return to Yorkshire

16 January 2026

Responding to the news that the Tour de France Grand Départ will be returning to Yorkshire, James Mason, chief executive of West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, said: “Yorkshire has a proven track record of staging elite level sporting events, with the region’s staging of the Grand Départ in 2014 having been a triumph.   “The…

Chamber responds to Northern Powerhouse Rail

14 January 2026

Reacting to the news that Northern Powerhouse Rail has been confirmed by the Treasury, West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce has the following response: Mark Casci, head of policy and representation at West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, said: “Businesses in Yorkshire have long stressed the importance of improving connectivity for the north…

Chamber responds to Autumn Budget 2025

26 November 2025

Responding to the Autumn Budget, West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce’s head of representation and policy Mark Casci, said: “Given the hugely challenging tax increases introduced 12 months ago at the last Budget, businesses have been very anxious about what would be imposed this year. “While no broad-based new taxes are to be imposed,…

Women In Manufacturing Roundtable

17 October 2025

Women in Manufacturing was the focus of a roundtable event staged at Shipley College and hosted by NatWest Bank as part of Bradford Manufacturing Weeks. Women currently comprise just 26.1 per cent of the workforce in the manufacturing sector and Britain ranks last among the top 15 manufacturing nations in terms of proportion of the…

Member News - Bradford

Caleb Aekins pens new deal

28 May 2026

Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce Caleb Aekins has signed a new one-year deal keeping him at the club until at least the end of the 2027 season. The 28-year-old has made an instant impression since joining the Bulls for our return to Super League, scoring two tries and notching…

Bulls form SEEEN partnership

26 May 2026

Bradford Bulls are pleased to announce a multi-year partnership with SEEEN. The collaboration will deliver a first-of-its-kind digital fan experience in rugby league, using SEEEN’s interactive technology to showcase and celebrate the club’s rich history. Central to the partnership is the launch of an immersive digital hub featuring the Bradford…

Bradford alumni wins Study UK Alumni Awards for AI research

25 May 2026

University of Bradford graduate Dr Bashir Mohammed, a Senior Lead Gen-AI Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS), has won a prestigious Study UK Alumni award.  He was presented with the award – winning the Science and Sustainability category – at a ceremony in Los Angeles yesterday (May 22).  Dr Mohammed’s work involves…

Oscrete announces Luke Curran as Head of Sales, Ireland

22 May 2026

Oscrete has announced the appointment of Luke Curran as Head of Sales for its Ireland sister company, Adcrete. Luke brings 15 years of experience across the readymix, asphalt, quarrying and admixture sectors, having built a strong career in technical, operational and commercial roles throughout his time in Ireland and over…

Michael Crawford CBE marks groundbreaking of new Bradford ‘Home from Home’

22 May 2026

Construction begins on new home for families with a baby in neonatal intensive care at Bradford Royal Infirmary, which will open in 2027 Stage and screen legend Michael Crawford CBE joined supporters, families, hospital staff and dignitaries as work officially began on a new ‘Home from Home’ for families with premature or ill baby at Bradford Royal Infirmary. The landmark moment marks the start of construction on the…

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25% discount in May, June and July on Institute of Leadership Approved courses for members

22 May 2026

Established in 2017, our Institute of Leadership Approved Leadership Pathways Programme has proved a springboard to progression for many participants, with 60% of past participants obtaining additional leadership responsibilities/promotion or leading improvement projects in their organisations.  Our next courses start in September and now include a coaching module, focusing on…

20% Off All Training Courses

22 May 2026

Exclusive Chamber Member Offer At QE Training Academy, we do things differently. Our accredited courses are designed to genuinely develop people. It’s more than attending a course, it’s a great day that leaves you energised and creates a lasting impact. We understand the pressures organisations face, from retention and recruitment…

Exclusive Chamber Member Offer – Save £100 on Your Next Booking ✈️🌍

22 May 2026

One World Travel is delighted to offer an exclusive £100 saving for Chamber of Commerce Members and their staff. Whether you are planning your next holiday, business trip, group getaway or cruise adventure, our experienced team is here to help with personalised travel advice and expert consultation services at no…

10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop

20 May 2026

Exclusive Offer for Chambers Members 🎁 10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop – A full-day, face to face session for up to 10 people – we’ll show you exactly where AI can make the biggest difference in your business and how to use it correctly. Quote CHAMBERAI when you…

BR Apparel offers FREE visual mockup proofs for Chamber Members

12 May 2026

BR Apparel Ltd, Bradford’s leading workwear and uniform supplier, is offering businesses across West Yorkshire a free visual mockup proof service — showing exactly how your company logo would look embroidered or printed on a range of professional garments before you commit to an order. Whether you are considering branded polo shirts…

Christmas Party Nights at Mercure York

6 May 2026

Celebrate the festive season at the Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel with colleagues, friends, or family at one of our unforgettable Christmas party nights. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal featuring the finest festive flavours, followed by an evening of music and dancing with our resident DJ—guaranteeing a lively atmosphere from…

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25% discount in May, June and July on Institute of Leadership Approved courses for members

Established in 2017, our Institute of Leadership Approved Leadership Pathways Programme has proved a springboard to progression for many participants, with 60% of past participants obtaining additional leadership responsibilities/promotion or leading improvement projects in their organisations.  Our next courses start in September and now include a coaching module, focusing on skills to support your transition…

20% Off All Training Courses

Exclusive Chamber Member Offer At QE Training Academy, we do things differently. Our accredited courses are designed to genuinely develop people. It’s more than attending a course, it’s a great day that leaves you energised and creates a lasting impact. We understand the pressures organisations face, from retention and recruitment to compliance, wellbeing and performance….

Exclusive Chamber Member Offer – Save £100 on Your Next Booking ✈️🌍

One World Travel is delighted to offer an exclusive £100 saving for Chamber of Commerce Members and their staff. Whether you are planning your next holiday, business trip, group getaway or cruise adventure, our experienced team is here to help with personalised travel advice and expert consultation services at no additional cost. What’s Included ✅…

10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop

Exclusive Offer for Chambers Members 🎁 10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop – A full-day, face to face session for up to 10 people – we’ll show you exactly where AI can make the biggest difference in your business and how to use it correctly. Quote CHAMBERAI when you get in touch. Offer valid…

BR Apparel offers FREE visual mockup proofs for Chamber Members

BR Apparel Ltd, Bradford’s leading workwear and uniform supplier, is offering businesses across West Yorkshire a free visual mockup proof service — showing exactly how your company logo would look embroidered or printed on a range of professional garments before you commit to an order. Whether you are considering branded polo shirts for your office team, embroidered…

Christmas Party Nights at Mercure York

Celebrate the festive season at the Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel with colleagues, friends, or family at one of our unforgettable Christmas party nights. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal featuring the finest festive flavours, followed by an evening of music and dancing with our resident DJ—guaranteeing a lively atmosphere from start to finish. Your night…

Free Cyber Security Health Check for Chamber Members

Is your business cyber-secure? With cyber-attacks on the increase, you need a security product you can trust. Abzorb is offering a free Cyber Security Health Check for Members which will provide: Visibility of your current infrastructure, along with any security gaps you’ll need to address to protect your business from cyber attacks Notifications of any…

Free pensions training event for Chamber Members

First Actuarial Defined Contribution (DC) training day 2026 Most organisations now offer a Defined Contribution (DC) pension scheme – but are you maximising the value for your business and your members? First Actuarial, a Gallagher company, is running a free DC training day in Leeds designed to help trustees and employers get more from their…

Save money whilst gaining expertise through Fractional Hire – Flourish Talent EQ

Fractional work is revolutionising the workplace. Experienced professionals are leaving full-time roles to advise multiple clients on Board Advisory, Sales/GTM Strategy, AI Strategy, and more. Scale-ups to large businesses are benefiting from the cost efficiencies of this non-full-time model. Interested? We offer a FREE 90-minute 1:1 session for members (non-members £95) to see if this…