West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce publishes Local Skills Improvement Plan for West Yorkshire

13 July 2026

A new roadmap setting out how skills and training will be delivered in West 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 West Yorkshire will be implemented over the coming months.   The LSIP, a Department…

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…

Bradford Chamber Leadership Group Elections – Final Notice & Nominees (2026)

25 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 Bradford Chamber Leadership Group 2026: President and Vice-President: Standing for election for the…

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…

Member News - Bradford

Bentley pens Bulls return

14 August 2026

Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce the signing of James Bentley on a three-year deal from the start of the 2027 season. The 29-year-old is a product of the club’s famed pathway system, making his senior debut at the Bulls in an 82-0 win over Oldham in 2026, aged just…

TWC Facilities teams up with Tackle Prostate Cancer to boost awareness and support

14 August 2026

TWC Facilities Ltd has partnered with Tackle Prostate Cancer, a UK charity that supports people affected by prostate cancer. As part of this, QR code stickers are being added to male hygiene bins across the sites TWC Facilities looks after. It’s a small, practical step that gives people quick and…

University of Bradford climbs into Daily Mail UK top 30 after third successive rise

14 August 2026

The University of Bradford has broken into the Daily Mail University Guide’s UK top 30 for the first time following its third successive rise in the national rankings.  Ranked joint 29th out of 128 universities, Bradford was praised for its support for students, strong graduate employment outcomes and long-standing commitment…

University of Bradford ranked 1st (again) in England for improving access to higher education

14 August 2026

Pictured above: Professor Gillian Murray, University of Bradford Vice-Chancellor. Credit: University of Bradford.  The University of Bradford has been ranked first in England by the Social Mobility Commission for recruiting the most disadvantaged students, when location is factored in. The report covers universities across England and is designed to measure which universities do…

Bradford archaeologists investigate 6,000-year-old secrets hidden beneath Yorkshire moorland

12 August 2026

Archaeologists from the University of Bradford are coming to the end of a two-week investigating evidence of some of the earliest known human activity in the South Pennines.  Staff and students are taking part in a major field project at Bridestones Moor, near Todmorden, until August 14, exploring traces of…

We’re finalists at the Motor Transport Awards

12 August 2026

We have been named a finalist for Specialist Operator of the Year at this year’s Motor Transport Awards. It is an honour, a testament to the team’s dedication, and a mark of recognition in an industry where being nominated alongside leading specialist operators in motor transport carries real weight. When…

Member Offers

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…

Exclusive Member Offer – 10% Off Dale Carnegie Training

15 July 2026

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…

🍷🧀 Join us at the Liverpool Food & Wine Festival! 🚌

13 July 2026

At OneWorld Travel York, we value the relationships we have with our clients, local businesses and community partners. That’s why we’re delighted to invite Chamber of Commerce members, contacts and prospective partners to join us for a fantastic day out to the Liverpool Food & Wine Festival on Friday 21st…

Christmas at DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds

6 July 2026

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…

20% off all recruitment campaigns

3 July 2026

Who We Are Flat Fee Recruiter is one of the UK’s leading fixed-fee recruitment providers, helping businesses attract, manage and hire great talent while avoiding expensive recruitment agencies. https://flatfeerecruiter.co.uk/ What We Do Flat Fee Recruiter provides your business with access to all the tools, technology and expert support needed to…

Bradford Chamber President & Vice President

Rebecca Fitzgerald

Bradford Chamber President

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Bradford Chamber Vice President

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Member Offers

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…

🍷🧀 Join us at the Liverpool Food & Wine Festival! 🚌

At OneWorld Travel York, we value the relationships we have with our clients, local businesses and community partners. That’s why we’re delighted to invite Chamber of Commerce members, contacts and prospective partners to join us for a fantastic day out to the Liverpool Food & Wine Festival on Friday 21st August. Enjoy great food, artisan…

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…

20% off all recruitment campaigns

Who We Are Flat Fee Recruiter is one of the UK’s leading fixed-fee recruitment providers, helping businesses attract, manage and hire great talent while avoiding expensive recruitment agencies. https://flatfeerecruiter.co.uk/ What We Do Flat Fee Recruiter provides your business with access to all the tools, technology and expert support needed to manage your recruitment, while retaining…

Free Consumer Credit Consultation and 5% Off Support Packages

Quinn Oath Advisory Limited is offering West & North Yorkshire Chamber members a free Consumer Credit Compliance Health Check, followed by a free one-hour initial consultation where appropriate. Members who complete the health check and proceed with a Quinn Oath Advisory support package will receive 5% off their first support package, subject to suitability, scope…

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…

Your IT team handles laptops but who handles your Microsoft 365?

Most businesses have a great IT Managed Service Provider for the basics such as passwords, laptops, and networks. However, when your SharePoint site goes wrong, your Power Automate flow stops running, your Copilot or Agent needs attention, or your Teams-based process needs an update, who do you call? The same applies when you need help…