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 welcomes new stadium for LUFC

14 January 2026

West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today welcomes the news that approval to expand Elland Road has been granted. Leeds City Council gave the green light to increase the capacity at Leeds United’s stadium to 53,000, creating one of the largest club stadiums in the country. The move means that Elland Road has been…

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,…

Chamber flying the flag for business with Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain

6 October 2025

West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its largest trade mission to date as it prepares to take a raft of Yorkshire businesses to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.   The Chamber will lead the delegation to Jeddah, Riyad and Bahrain between November 9 and 14 after the two countries were identified by…

New Chamber Presidents

3 October 2025

West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome new presidents and vice presidents to office. Rebecca Fitzgerald, Yorkshire Building Society’s Director of Data and AI, has become president of Bradford Chamber of Commerce, taking over from Mark Cowgill, acquisitions director at the Talk Straight Group. She will be joined by Scott Wilson,…

Member News - Leeds

A ‘hole’ lot more fun: White Rose to welcome Volcano Falls Adventure Golf

16 January 2026

White Rose Shopping Centre is adding even more entertainment options for guests, with Volcano Falls Adventure Golf set to open later this year. Managed by Funstation, one of the UK’s leading leisure operators, Volcano Falls Adventure Golf will occupy the former Sports Direct unit on The Balcony at White Rose.…

Transpennine Route Upgrade lays the foundations for a better-connected North as NPR funding is confirmed

16 January 2026

Today on a visit to Neville Hill Depot in Leeds the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, backed Northern Powerhouse Rail with £1.1bn over the Spending Review period, allowing progress on planning, development, and design work to be made which will unlock benefits for the people of the North from the 2030s. This reinforced the importance of continued investment…

Leeds founder launches marketing calendar to support UK Aesthetics Clinics

16 January 2026

Leeds-based digital marketing consultant for medical aesthetics Jane Nriapia, founder of BoutiqueSEO, has launched the 2026 UK Aesthetics Content & Marketing Calendar, the first strategic planning tool designed specifically for medical aesthetics clinics. The launch reflects the continued growth of the medical aesthetics sector across Yorkshire and the wider UK,…

Is Stress Eating Holding Your Business Back?

13 January 2026

If you’re a business owner, you know the pressure. The decisions that keep you awake at night, the weight of responsibility and the constant demands. You’re working long hours, trying to stay on top of never-ending to-do lists, and you’re wearing numerous hats (in some cases, just to keep your…

Merrion Centre once again hosts Leeds city centre’s biggest Chinese New Year celebrations for 2026

13 January 2026

Vibrant Cultural Festivities Return Following Previous Year’s Success The Merrion Centre in Leeds is set to once again host the city centre’s largest Chinese New Year celebration in 2026, welcoming the Year of the Horse with an exciting programme of cultural performances, workshops, and family-friendly activities. This year’s event, once again supported…

Luciqo.ai – the SEO & GEO platform helping businesses understand how AI platforms perceive their brand

12 January 2026

Search is changing rapidly. For years, SEO success was largely measured by rankings, clicks, and conversions from traditional search engines. Today, buyers increasingly discover brands through AI-driven experiences such as ChatGPT-style assistants, AI Overviews, and answer engines that summarise, compare, and recommend products and services. In this new landscape, a…

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13 January 2026

Give your teams the gift of fitness this New Year Hussle is the UK’s leading fitness network, on a mission to make fitness flexible, accessible, and affordable for employees as part of one simple corporate benefit. They collaborate with thousands of fantastic venues across the UK, and Yorkshire is one…

Save 20% when you book direct with Supercity Aparthotels

12 January 2026

Supercity Aparthotels is pleased to introduce a new Book Direct offer, giving guests 20% off their stay when booking directly through the Supercity Aparthotels website. Simply use promo code DIRECT20 to enjoy this exclusive saving on the new non-refundable rate.   This offer runs alongside existing promotions, including: 15% Book…

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26 November 2025

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24 November 2025

As a proud member of the WNY Chamber of Commerce, you’re invited to claim a free Distribution Healthcheck from Expect Distribution; designed to help you optimise operations, improve compliance, and uncover hidden efficiencies across your fleet and logistics processes. This exclusive offer provides expert insight into your current setup, to…

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21 November 2025

At Bassline Business Advisors & Chartered Accountants, we specialise in providing clear, reliable, hands-on accounting support to businesses across Leeds. From year-end accounts and corporation tax to bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, and day-to-day advisory, we make sure every client receives partner-level attention, practical guidance, and proactive communication throughout the year. To…

10% Off Leadership Coaching Packages

21 November 2025

Chamber Members receive 10% off all Leadership & Executive Coaching Packages, including programmes for multiple senior leaders. If you want stronger leadership, clearer thinking, and more confident decision-making in your organisation, this is for you. Here is what my clients say: “transformational personally and professionally… I feel liberated and confident…

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Give your teams the gift of fitness this New Year Hussle is the UK’s leading fitness network, on a mission to make fitness flexible, accessible, and affordable for employees as part of one simple corporate benefit. They collaborate with thousands of fantastic venues across the UK, and Yorkshire is one of their most widely served…

Save 20% when you book direct with Supercity Aparthotels

Supercity Aparthotels is pleased to introduce a new Book Direct offer, giving guests 20% off their stay when booking directly through the Supercity Aparthotels website. Simply use promo code DIRECT20 to enjoy this exclusive saving on the new non-refundable rate.   This offer runs alongside existing promotions, including: 15% Book Direct discount on the best…

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Cleaning robots provide cleaner spaces, more frequently, with greater efficiency. Let the cleaning robot handle the floors while the cleaner focuses on tasks the robot cannot perform. Lease from £76 per week*   Meet and greet robots improve the customer experience and operational efficiency. Let the robot greet and guide customers, handle repetitive or basic…

Free Distribution Healthcheck for Chamber Members

As a proud member of the WNY Chamber of Commerce, you’re invited to claim a free Distribution Healthcheck from Expect Distribution; designed to help you optimise operations, improve compliance, and uncover hidden efficiencies across your fleet and logistics processes. This exclusive offer provides expert insight into your current setup, to highlight opportunities for smarter, forward-thinking…

Bassline Business Advisors & Chartered Accountants – Exclusive Offer for Chamber Members

At Bassline Business Advisors & Chartered Accountants, we specialise in providing clear, reliable, hands-on accounting support to businesses across Leeds. From year-end accounts and corporation tax to bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, and day-to-day advisory, we make sure every client receives partner-level attention, practical guidance, and proactive communication throughout the year. To support fellow Chamber members, we’re…

10% Off Leadership Coaching Packages

Chamber Members receive 10% off all Leadership & Executive Coaching Packages, including programmes for multiple senior leaders. If you want stronger leadership, clearer thinking, and more confident decision-making in your organisation, this is for you. Here is what my clients say: “transformational personally and professionally… I feel liberated and confident again after a few hard…

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