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…

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Businesses, beware the Autumn cashflow crisis – Azets

25 August 2026

A major Yorkshire accountancy and business advisory firm has warned SMEs could face ‘an Autumn cashflow crisis’ if they don’t prepare properly for key October tax deadlines. Many Yorkshire businesses face three key payment deadlines in October: Corporation Tax (01/10), VAT returns (07/10) and PAYE Settlement Agreement (19/10 postal payments,…

Leeds United top the Premier League for digital technical performance, new research reveals

24 August 2026

Leeds United have the strongest technical foundations of any club in the Premier League, according to new research from independent digital agency Mediaworks, despite the club finishing just tenth in the table last season. The Premier League Digital Performance Index scored all 20 top flight clubs out of 500, looking…

National survey success offers students reason to choose Bradford through Clearing

21 August 2026

A host of programmes available to prospective students through Clearing at the University of Bradford have been ranked in the UK top 10 for delivering an outstanding student experience in a prestigious survey. The National Student Survey (NSS) is one of the UK’s largest and most influential surveys of final-year…

Discovery Playground brings research to life

20 August 2026

Youngsters enjoyed a day of creative activities and hands-on learning at Bradford’s Peel Park, where University of Bradford researchers shared insights from their work on children’s play, wellbeing and development. ‘Child’s Play: Discovery Playground’ saw youngsters aged between five and 14 take part in a host of interactive experiences designed…

428,000 miss Making Tax Digital’s first filing deadline – Azets

20 August 2026

Almost half the people eligible for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax have missed the first filing deadline, according an analysis from accountancy and business advisory group Azets. Figures from HMRC showed 436,000 taxpayers filed their first MTD for Income Tax quarterly update on time on August 7 – …

From Barcelona to Bradford: Student secures nursing place through Clearing on holiday

19 August 2026

A woman who went through Clearing for a nursing programme at the University of Bradford while on holiday has encouraged others to follow in her footsteps. Chance Ismail, 26, was in Barcelona with her sister in August 2025 when she decided to initially contact UCAS for a place on the BSc…

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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…

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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…

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….