Leeds Manufacturing Festival returns – as employers step up to tackle skills gap and rising youth unemployment
Manufacturing and engineering employers across Leeds are stepping up efforts to tackle the sector’s ongoing skills shortage, as youth unemployment reaches a 10-year high. The Leeds Manufacturing Festival returns for 2026, kicking off with a sold-out launch event this week and showcasing an expanded festival programme designed to connect businesses directly with young people and…
WNY Chamber hosts launch of Diplomatic Advisory Hub
Thousands of businesses to benefit from expert geopolitical insights Businesses across the UK are set to benefit from expert geopolitical insights thanks to a new initiative launched in Leeds this week. The Diplomatic Advisory Hub, a joint initiative by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and British Chambers of Commerce will provide business across the country with access to timely and strategic geopolitical advice. The hub was launched at the factory…
Tour de France Grand Départ set to return to Yorkshire
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
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
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
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,…
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Why Microsoft MVP expertise gives your business a strategic advantage
Microsoft’s ecosystem is shifting faster than ever, new AI features, platform changes, governance updates and Copilot capabilities arrive monthly. For most businesses, that pace creates a simple challenge: how do you make confident decisions when the technology won’t sit still? That’s where recognised expertise matters and why partners backed by…
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New LCB Assistant Principal to steer partnerships and adult provision
A former director in the education and training sector has joined Leeds College of Building (LCB) as Assistant Principal -Partnerships & Adults. Carly Sidebottom joins LCB in the new role following her position as Director of Business Strategy & Compliance at regional training provider, Total Training Provision. Prior to that,…
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Leeds shopping centre and Yorkshire art organisation team up to raise breast cancer awareness during National Self-Check Month
Yorkshire art organisation Sand in Your Eye has partnered with White Rose Shopping Centre to showcase an impactful display highlighting the importance of breast cancer awareness: seven unique nude torsos, each sculpted from ice and snow. Created to illustrate the statistic that one in seven people will receive a breast…
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Serendipity, strategy and the power of partnerships – Professor Duncan Sharp reflects on leadership, partnership and the power of opportunity
Leeds Beckett academic Professor Duncan Sharp will be sharing insights into how his career has been shaped as much by unexpected conversations as by deliberate choice during his inaugural professorial lecture. In the lecture on Wednesday 11 March, Professor Sharp will explore how his career has been shaped not by a single planned…
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Huddersfield company Accu takes part in trade mission designed to strengthen business opportunities across Europe
Alastair Morris, Managing Director of Huddersfield-based Accu, one of the UK’s fastest growing distributors of precision engineering components, travelled to Switzerland and Germany last week as part of Mayor Tracy Brabin’s West Yorkshire trade mission. Alastair was invited to join the trade mission due to his high-profile work championing UK advanced…
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Notre Dame News – Industry & Skills
Hyde Park Picture House Cinema Takeover: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Students at Notre Dame returned to Hyde Park Picture House on Sunday 18th January for their cinema takeover project. This is an invaluable opportunity for students to organise and facilitate their very own film screening. The project allows our students to…
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West & North Yorkshire Chamber Members Exclusive
To celebrate joining the Chamber, BR Apparel is offering members an exclusive package: Free logo setup (saving up to £50) Complimentary workwear & PPE cost comparison review 10% off your first order We support businesses across West & North Yorkshire with branded workwear and PPE supply — helping teams stay…
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Sky Sunday Roast
Celebrate the end of the week with exceptionally good roast. Indulge in an elevated dining experience at Sky Lounge with our specially selected Sunday Roast. Choose from perfectly roasted meats, pan-roasted fish of the day, or beautifully crafted vegetarian and vegan options — all prepared with exceptional care and premium ingredients. All…
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Corporate stays in the heart of Leeds
Nestled between Leeds-Liverpool canal and Train Station, the DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds city centre offers convenience and charming location of Granary Wharf. One of the biggest hotels in the city with 333 bedrooms, 18 meeting rooms and two destination food and drink outlets. Enjoy our waterfront terrace at The Lock Kitchen &…
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Banksia invites families to celebrate Mother’s Day with a complimentary meal for mum
Families looking for a stylish yet relaxed way to celebrate Mother’s Day this year are invited to The Banksia Bar & Restaurant, where Mediterranean-inspired flavours, warm hospitality and a special dining offer promise a memorable occasion. Guests can enjoy a specially curated Mother’s Day menu featuring vibrant starters, indulgent roasts…
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Free 03 Business Numbers
Core Telecom is proud to introduce its 03 Number Initiative, a programme designed to support UK organisations and the wider business community. Through this initiative, Chamber of Commerce members can receive a free 03 telephone number(s) or have their existing 03 numbers hosted on Core Telecom’s network at no cost.…
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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;…
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Exclusive Chamber Member Offer 20% Off Our Online Health Webinar Series for Workplace Wellbeing Support your team to feel energised, focused and empowered with practical, evidence-based health strategies they can apply straight away. This 4-week online series includes 45-minute live sessions delivered by our team of qualified practitioners, including a Registered Nutritionist, Holistic Wellbeing Coach…
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West & North Yorkshire Chamber Members Exclusive
To celebrate joining the Chamber, BR Apparel is offering members an exclusive package: Free logo setup (saving up to £50) Complimentary workwear & PPE cost comparison review 10% off your first order We support businesses across West & North Yorkshire with branded workwear and PPE supply — helping teams stay compliant, professional and properly equipped….
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Sky Sunday Roast
Celebrate the end of the week with exceptionally good roast. Indulge in an elevated dining experience at Sky Lounge with our specially selected Sunday Roast. Choose from perfectly roasted meats, pan-roasted fish of the day, or beautifully crafted vegetarian and vegan options — all prepared with exceptional care and premium ingredients. All roasts are served with your…
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Corporate stays in the heart of Leeds
Nestled between Leeds-Liverpool canal and Train Station, the DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds city centre offers convenience and charming location of Granary Wharf. One of the biggest hotels in the city with 333 bedrooms, 18 meeting rooms and two destination food and drink outlets. Enjoy our waterfront terrace at The Lock Kitchen & Bar or views from Sky…
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Banksia invites families to celebrate Mother’s Day with a complimentary meal for mum
Families looking for a stylish yet relaxed way to celebrate Mother’s Day this year are invited to The Banksia Bar & Restaurant, where Mediterranean-inspired flavours, warm hospitality and a special dining offer promise a memorable occasion. Guests can enjoy a specially curated Mother’s Day menu featuring vibrant starters, indulgent roasts and classic desserts, all served…
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Free 03 Business Numbers
Core Telecom is proud to introduce its 03 Number Initiative, a programme designed to support UK organisations and the wider business community. Through this initiative, Chamber of Commerce members can receive a free 03 telephone number(s) or have their existing 03 numbers hosted on Core Telecom’s network at no cost. The initiative removes all call…
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Spring clean and DIY season is fast approaching, are you ready for the spike in demand? Expect Distribution is proud to support West Yorkshire Chamber members with agile logistics and temporary warehouse solutions designed to flex with your inventory needs. Whether you’re handling bulky cleaning products or seasonal DIY stock, our expert team and modern…
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