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 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,…
Chamber meets Chinese Consul General
West & North Chamber of Commerce met with Tang Rui, the Chinese consul general for the North of England, at the offices of City of York Council. As well as Matthew Seddon and Mark Casci from the Chamber, CYC leader Claire Douglas, deputy leader Peter Kilbane, Garry Taylor and Samual Blyth from the council and…
Chamber flying the flag for business with Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
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
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,…
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Upcoming Ebor lecture at York Minster to explore society’s treatment of refugees
York Minster to welcome distinguished academic and refugee advocate Professor Alison Phipps for a powerful and timely Ebor lecture entitled “When Every Hope has Gone: Grief, Rage and Refuge in a Merciless Age”. In this deeply reflective lecture taking place on Wednesday 20 May, Professor Phipps will examine the theological…
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York takes major step towards becoming an Inclusive Recovery City
Over 150 businesses, public, voluntary and community sectors gathered at the LNER Community Stadium today for a landmark briefing on York’s ambition to become an Inclusive Recovery City (IRC). The event marked a significant milestone in York’s commitment to tackling stigma around substance use and recovery, and to creating a…
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First rating from Housing Regulator welcomed as Council reaffirms commitment to tenants
City of York Council has welcomed its first report from the Regulator of Social Housing following an inspection held earlier this year. This is the first time the Council has been inspected by the Regulator which is assessing how social landlords deliver national standards. As a unitary authority, York was…
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Spring floral spectacle: rhododendrons bloom at Castle Howard and the Arboretum
Castle Howard’s Ray Wood, a 25-acre ornamental woodland in the Gardens, boasts a collection of nearly 800 rhododendron species from around the world. It is a fantastic location for spring-flower lovers to see rhododendrons and azaleas in April and May. The plant collection in Ray Wood, including the rhododendrons and…
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Es Devlin responds to Vanbrugh with new artwork for Castle Howard
Internationally renowned artist and designer Es Devlin will present Library of the Four Winds this summer, a new public sculpture in the Temple of the Four Winds at Castle Howard. The work will be on show from 13 June – 27 September and is conceived to mark the tricentenary of…
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Yorkshire engineering firm celebrates success with project extension at Europe’s deepest mineshaft
Leading mechanical and electrical engineering firm, Salko UK, has successfully secured a year long contract extension with Redpath Deilmann to continue providing mechanical labour at Woodsmith Mine – Europe’s deepest mineshaft once completed. The contract extension will see a dedicated team completing the mechanical labour, reinforcing Salko UK’s long term involvement…
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Free Cyber Security Health Check for Chamber Members
Is your business cyber-secure? With cyber-attacks on the increase, you need a security product you can trust. Abzorb is offering a free Cyber Security Health Check for Members which will provide: Visibility of your current infrastructure, along with any security gaps you’ll need to address to protect your business from…
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Free pensions training event for Chamber Members
First Actuarial Defined Contribution (DC) training day 2026 Most organisations now offer a Defined Contribution (DC) pension scheme – but are you maximising the value for your business and your members? First Actuarial, a Gallagher company, is running a free DC training day in Leeds designed to help trustees and…
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What do the likes of AMEX, John Lewis & First Direct all have in common? They all develop Emotional Intelligence (EI) in their people. The result? Higher performance, lower attrition, increased Customer Satisfaction – and upturn in revenue. I am fully certified EQ in the workplace assessor and coach, and author of…
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Save money whilst gaining expertise through Fractional Hire – Flourish Talent EQ
Fractional work is revolutionising the workplace. Experienced professionals are leaving full-time roles to advise multiple clients on Board Advisory, Sales/GTM Strategy, AI Strategy, and more. Scale-ups to large businesses are benefiting from the cost efficiencies of this non-full-time model. Interested? We offer a FREE 90-minute 1:1 session for members (non-members…
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EGYM Hussle – One Month Wellness Pass
Give your teams the gift of health, fitness and longevity. 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…
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Discounted corporate rates offer
Corporate & Business Our serviced apartment suites are perfect for business travellers seeking flexible residential-style accommodation. With spacious layouts, all suites come complete with fully equipped kitchens, designated workspaces, plush sofas, and lightning-fast Wi-Fi connectivity. For travel agents, we collaborate seamlessly via GDS, streamlining the booking process. Enjoy up to…
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OSCAR’s Paediatric Brain Tumour Charity
At OSCAR’s Charity, we believe that every child affected by a brain tumour deserves the chance to smile, to play, and to simply be a child—even in the face of life’s most challenging circumstances. For families navigating the devastating reality of childhood brain tumours, those moments of joy can feel impossibly far away. OSCAR’s exists…
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Free Cyber Security Health Check for Chamber Members
Is your business cyber-secure? With cyber-attacks on the increase, you need a security product you can trust. Abzorb is offering a free Cyber Security Health Check for Members which will provide: Visibility of your current infrastructure, along with any security gaps you’ll need to address to protect your business from cyber attacks Notifications of any…
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Free pensions training event for Chamber Members
First Actuarial Defined Contribution (DC) training day 2026 Most organisations now offer a Defined Contribution (DC) pension scheme – but are you maximising the value for your business and your members? First Actuarial, a Gallagher company, is running a free DC training day in Leeds designed to help trustees and employers get more from their…
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FREE 60 minute consultation
What do the likes of AMEX, John Lewis & First Direct all have in common? They all develop Emotional Intelligence (EI) in their people. The result? Higher performance, lower attrition, increased Customer Satisfaction – and upturn in revenue. I am fully certified EQ in the workplace assessor and coach, and author of a world best selling book on EQ&AI…
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Save money whilst gaining expertise through Fractional Hire – Flourish Talent EQ
Fractional work is revolutionising the workplace. Experienced professionals are leaving full-time roles to advise multiple clients on Board Advisory, Sales/GTM Strategy, AI Strategy, and more. Scale-ups to large businesses are benefiting from the cost efficiencies of this non-full-time model. Interested? We offer a FREE 90-minute 1:1 session for members (non-members £95) to see if this…
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EGYM Hussle – One Month Wellness Pass
Give your teams the gift of health, fitness and longevity. 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…
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Discounted corporate rates offer
Corporate & Business Our serviced apartment suites are perfect for business travellers seeking flexible residential-style accommodation. With spacious layouts, all suites come complete with fully equipped kitchens, designated workspaces, plush sofas, and lightning-fast Wi-Fi connectivity. For travel agents, we collaborate seamlessly via GDS, streamlining the booking process. Enjoy up to 20% off short stays and…
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10% off Conference Packages for Chamber Members
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Discounted Day Delegate Rate for Members in May 2026
£55.00 Day Delegate Rate for Members in May 2026 Whatever kind of event you are looking to hold, the Swinton Estate offers a myriad of spaces, dining, team building and wellness experiences which combine to create extraordinary events. Whether you’re looking to reward your team with a luxury retreat, celebrate a business or personal milestone…
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Members of the West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce can now take advantage of planting their trees for 2026 and create their own corporate forest.
Planting trees is crucial when it comes down to carbon absorption, as well as adding value to your brand. Our 50p initiative could be for your business, your team or on behalf of your customers. The trees that we plant on your behalf are spread across Africa and change lives. We take ‘The Forest Garden…
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