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…

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

11 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 Leeds Chamber Leadership Group 2026: President and Vice-President: Standing for election or re-election:…

Leeds Chamber Leadership Group Elections 2026

7 May 2026

This is your opportunity to stand for election for the Leeds Chamber Leadership Group. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the Leeds 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…

Record backing for Leeds Manufacturing Festival 2026 as employers unite to tackle skills shortage

24 March 2026

A record number of sponsors are backing this year’s Leeds Manufacturing Festival, as employers and industry organisations in the region seek innovative ways to address the sector’s skills gap and inspire the next generation to consider careers in manufacturing. The festival, now in its ninth year, launched earlier this month amid rising youth unemployment, which…

Celebrating the Heart of Business at the Leeds Chamber Annual Dinner 2026

23 March 2026

The prowess of Leeds’s healthcare industry was the focus of the Leeds Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner at Elland Road.  More than 150 people attended the dinner at the football ground’s banqueting suite to celebrate the city’s business community.   Leeds Chamber president Aqila Choudhry MBE presented the keynote speech while ex-BBC presenter Andrew Edwards compèred…

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Notre Dame students celebrate outstanding Level 3 results

14 August 2026

Students at Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College are celebrating another year of outstanding results across A-levels, BTECs, CTECs and T Levels. The class of 2026 has achieved an impressive set of results, with students securing places at leading universities, progressing to apprenticeships and preparing to take their next steps…

Leeds twins seeing double with outstanding A-level grades

14 August 2026

A set of Leeds twins are heading to the same university to study the same course after receiving an exceptional set of A-level results.  Alex and Harry, both students at The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL), have secured places to study philosophy, politics and economics (PPE) at Durham University after…

Leeds social justice campaigner heading to Cambridge

14 August 2026

A young campaigner who has advocated for policy reform on knife crime and asylum-seeking children is heading to Cambridge after achieving top A-level grades. Naemi, who attended Mount St Mary’s Catholic High School before securing a bursary to attend The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL), achieved two A*s and two…

58% of A-Levels at The Grammar School at Leeds awarded top grades of A/A*

14 August 2026

Students at The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) are celebrating after 58% of A-levels were awarded top A/A* grades. Fifteen pupils achieved at least three A*s, while seven students scored A*s in at least three subjects plus an A* in their Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). This year’s talented cohort includes…

Major Transpennine Route Upgrade works to drive forward Huddersfield station transformation this autumn

12 August 2026

Customers will soon benefit from a more reliable, accessible and greener railway as the Transpennine Route Upgrade takes another significant step towards the transformation of Huddersfield station and the wider railway this autumn. From Saturday 19 September until Sunday 4 October 2026, engineers will be working around the clock to deliver a significant package of improvements in and around Huddersfield, helping improve…

Create SharePoint lists in minutes, not hours

11 August 2026

Need a tracker, register or log but don’t want to build it from scratch? Microsoft Copilot in SharePoint can help you create a SharePoint List in minutes using plain English. SharePoint Lists are a great way to track information such as project actions, support tickets, company assets, risks and issues,…

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…

Leeds Chamber President & Vice President

Aqila Choudhry MBE MBA

Love in Care

Alastair Gordon

Ove Arup & Partners Ltd

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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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…