Construction Skills Roundtable brings West Yorkshire partners together to tackle workforce challenges
The West Yorkshire Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) brought together employers, training providers, sector bodies and regional partners today [Thursday 29th October 2026] for a Construction Skills Roundtable focused on one of the region’s most pressing challenges: ensuring West Yorkshire has the skilled workforce needed to deliver future housing, infrastructure, transport and Net Zero ambitions.…
WNY Chamber responds to Autumn Budget
Responding to today’s Budget, Victoria Wainwright, Chair of West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, said: “As a Chamber of Commerce we were adamant prior to the Budget that there should be no new taxes on SMEs and it is pleasing that Government has heeded this message. “The rise in the threshold that firms begin…
WNY Chamber calls upon the Chancellor to cut National Insurance contributions for all under-25s
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today calls upon the Chancellor to cut National Insurance contributions for all under-25s and to commit to infrastructure improvements in the region at the forthcoming Budget next week. The Chamber, which represents more than 5,000 employers in the region, says the National Insurance reduction for those aged younger…
WNY Chamber hosts massive trade expo
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce showcased Yorkshire’s manufacturing and export prowess to the world with a massive Expo event in Huddersfield. Staged at the Cedar Court Hotel in Huddersfield on Tuesday October 6, the day long event heard from top national government civil servants and leading figures from the world of Yorkshire business.…
WNY Chamber reports improving outlook for region’s employers
Businesses across West and North Yorkshire are reporting their most positive outlook for some time, according to new research published by the West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) for Q3 2026 indicates that stronger domestic and international demand is helping to boost confidence among firms across the region,…
Small business owners say they are in it for the long haul
New research shows that most small business owners prefer being their own boss, with almost 7 in 10 (69%)[1] owners saying it is preferable to working for someone else, with a similar number (71%)1 saying they intend to continue running their own businesses for the long-term. Running a business has not been without its challenges,…
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Trinity Leeds and White Rose champion accessibility, inclusion, and wellbeing for Purple Tuesday
Two Leeds shopping destinations are highlighting the importance of accessibility on Purple Tuesday, 3rd November, with a day of events with charities, community organisations, and health professionals. Taking place between 10am and 4pm, the activities offer centre visitors and colleagues the opportunity to learn more about disability support, health and…
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Railway reopens between Leeds and York after nine days of TRU upgrades completed in North Yorkshire
Major improvement works delivered by the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) in Church Fenton have taken the programme a significant step closer to delivering faster, more frequent and more reliable rail services for customers travelling across the North. Between Saturday 24 October and Sunday 1 November, engineers worked around the clock…
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JOE & THE JUICE to Open First Leeds Store at Trinity Leeds
Popular juice bar, JOE & THE JUICE, is set to make its Leeds debut, bringing its signature colourful juices, speciality coffee and food offering to Trinity Leeds. Known for its freshly prepared juices, shakes and speciality coffee, alongside a food menu that includes an array of breakfast bowls and made-to-order…
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UK Autumn Budget 2026: Top implications for individuals
The Chancellor, John Healey, delivered his first Budget, badged as a Budget to provide breathing space today whilst laying the foundations for the future. Whilst the Chancellor kept to the government’s commitment not to increase the headline rates of tax on earnings, and no change was made to the headline…
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UK Autumn Budget 2026: Top implications for businesses
The Chancellor, John Healey, delivered his first Budget, badged as a Budget to provide breathing space today whilst laying the foundations for the future. Whilst there were no changes to the headline rate of Corporation Tax, the Budget included changes to capital allowances, tax-advantaged employee share schemes, the administration of…
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First steelwork installed at new Shipley TrainCare Centre
On Friday 23 October, the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) hosted Anna Dixon, MP for Shipley, Councillor Eleanor Thomson, and Michael Sasse, Rail Policy Manager at WYCA, to view the first steelwork installed which will form the framework of the new multi-million-pound TrainCare Centre in Shipley. The day provided an opportunity…
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Free WAN and Edge Networking Assessment for Chamber Members
Steel City Consulting is offering Chamber members a free WAN and edge networking assessment. This provides an opportunity to review how your locations connect, and to discuss whether your current network meets your business needs. What is WAN and Edge Networking? In short, a wide area network (WAN) connects an…
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Seminar – Mock Employment Tribunal – 5 November 2026
This year’s event will explore how Employment Tribunals approach allegations of sexual harassment. You’ll see the hearing unfold as a Tribunal case, including witness evidence, cross-examination, and judgment. It’s a chance to see the process first-hand and understand the legal and reputational issues employers need to consider. The case follows…
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Seminar – A practical guide to avoiding disputes and the adjudication process – 22 October 2026
The session will be split into two sections, each led by an experienced barrister. Harriet Butterfield, a consultant at Blacks and practising barrister, will begin with ‘Avoiding disputes in construction: It’s all in the set up’, sharing practical steps you can take from the outset to help stop common problems…
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Children’s mental health virtual training offer
Access free training from Compass Community, part of Compass – a trusted national charity specialising in children and young persons mental health, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality services, training and support in communities across England. Courses include: Signs and Symptoms of Common Mental Health Problems Introduction to…
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Free digital performance audit for Chamber Members
Who We Are Mediaworks is one of the UK’s leading digital agencies, helping ambitious organisations grow through strategy, creativity, technology and performance marketing. With more than 15 years’ experience, we’re a Google Premier Partner, Microsoft Advertising Partner, Meta Business Partner and Umbraco Platinum Partner. www.mediaworks.co.uk What We Do We help…
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Executive Education Courses – York Business School
Executive Education at York Business School Boost skills, knowledge and confidence in your workforce with a professional short course delivered by York Business School. Whether you are a small business or a larger organisation, we have specialist courses that can tailor to you or your workforce. These programmes have been…
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St Gemma’s Hospice
St Gemma’s Hospice provides end of life care for the people of Leeds. Our aim is to support those living with life limiting illnesses, to control their symptoms, alleviate their pain and give them the best possible quality of life – all free of charge. Every patient is an individual with unique needs and preferences;…
Free WAN and Edge Networking Assessment for Chamber Members
Steel City Consulting is offering Chamber members a free WAN and edge networking assessment. This provides an opportunity to review how your locations connect, and to discuss whether your current network meets your business needs. What is WAN and Edge Networking? In short, a wide area network (WAN) connects an organisation’s separate sites, such as…
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Seminar – Mock Employment Tribunal – 5 November 2026
This year’s event will explore how Employment Tribunals approach allegations of sexual harassment. You’ll see the hearing unfold as a Tribunal case, including witness evidence, cross-examination, and judgment. It’s a chance to see the process first-hand and understand the legal and reputational issues employers need to consider. The case follows Samantha, a Commercial Administrator at…
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Seminar – A practical guide to avoiding disputes and the adjudication process – 22 October 2026
The session will be split into two sections, each led by an experienced barrister. Harriet Butterfield, a consultant at Blacks and practising barrister, will begin with ‘Avoiding disputes in construction: It’s all in the set up’, sharing practical steps you can take from the outset to help stop common problems from developing into disputes. Adam…
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Children’s mental health virtual training offer
Access free training from Compass Community, part of Compass – a trusted national charity specialising in children and young persons mental health, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality services, training and support in communities across England. Courses include: Signs and Symptoms of Common Mental Health Problems Introduction to Mental Health and Wellbeing Peer…
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Free digital performance audit for Chamber Members
Who We Are Mediaworks is one of the UK’s leading digital agencies, helping ambitious organisations grow through strategy, creativity, technology and performance marketing. With more than 15 years’ experience, we’re a Google Premier Partner, Microsoft Advertising Partner, Meta Business Partner and Umbraco Platinum Partner. www.mediaworks.co.uk What We Do We help organisations get more from their…
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Executive Education Courses – York Business School
Executive Education at York Business School Boost skills, knowledge and confidence in your workforce with a professional short course delivered by York Business School. Whether you are a small business or a larger organisation, we have specialist courses that can tailor to you or your workforce. These programmes have been designed to help organisations develop…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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