WNY Chamber celebrates York & North Yorkshire Annual Dinner

5 June 2026

Olympic gold medals, a world-class racecourse and the great and the good of the region’s business community were just some of the attractions on show at the 2026 York & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner for 2026.  Staged at York Racecourse, circa 180 members of the region’s business community gathered to celebrate the…

YNY Chamber Leadership Group Elections 2026

13 May 2026

This is your opportunity to stand for election for the YNY Chamber Leadership Group. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the York & North Yorkshire 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,…

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 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 meets Chinese Consul General

7 November 2025

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…

Member News - York & North Yorkshire

York families urged to reapply for free school meals

10 June 2026

Families whose children receive free school lunches are being urged to reapply for the meals this term, following changes to the national scheme. Everyone must reapply for their child or children before the start of the new school year in September. City of York Council has sent information and application forms to…

New waiting room for York crematorium

10 June 2026

Mourners and visitors to York Crematorium will have a second waiting room to use from this autumn. It will be more accessible and have toilet facilities. Visitors may see workers, their vehicles and equipment on the site at Bishopthorpe, as the building and other maintenance work takes place. No work…

Teachers, educators, parents and policymakers invited to online showcase of education research 

8 June 2026

From preparing school students for the workplace to new ways to boost engagement and attendance for neurodivergent pupils   York St John University’s Institute for Social Justice is pleased to invite anyone with an interest in school education to a unique showcase of Innovations in Education Policy.   Taking place online on Monday 29…

Castle to host free Employer Update for Yorkshire businesses ahead of Employment Rights Act changes

8 June 2026

Yorkshire businesses are being encouraged to prepare early for major employment law changes that could affect how they recruit, manage and retain staff from 2026 onwards. Castle HR & Training Solutions and Castle Employment Solutions are hosting a free face-to-face Employer Update on 25 June to help employers understand the…

York rivers trail gathers momentum as community helps shape new experience on the River Ouse

8 June 2026

A new riverside experience for York took a significant step forward last week, as residents, partners and contributors came together on the River Ouse to help shape the York rivers trail. The event, held as part of the York Festival of Ideas, invited participants onto the water for a curated…

We want your views to shape accessible and inclusive play areas in York

8 June 2026

We are inviting people across York to help shape the future of the city’s play areas, as part of our major investment in parks and green spaces. We have launched the Accessible and Inclusive Play Areas Survey 2026 to gather views from disabled children and young people and their parents…

Member Offers

15% off smaller meetings and events

4 June 2026

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…

Your IT team handles laptops but who handles your Microsoft 365?

3 June 2026

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…

25% discount in May, June and July on Institute of Leadership Approved courses for members

22 May 2026

Established in 2017, our Institute of Leadership Approved Leadership Pathways Programme has proved a springboard to progression for many participants, with 60% of past participants obtaining additional leadership responsibilities/promotion or leading improvement projects in their organisations.  Our next courses start in September and now include a coaching module, focusing on…

20% Off All Training Courses

22 May 2026

Exclusive Chamber Member Offer At QE Training Academy, we do things differently. Our accredited courses are designed to genuinely develop people. It’s more than attending a course, it’s a great day that leaves you energised and creates a lasting impact. We understand the pressures organisations face, from retention and recruitment…

Exclusive Chamber Member Offer – Save £100 on Your Next Booking ✈️🌍

22 May 2026

One World Travel is delighted to offer an exclusive £100 saving for Chamber of Commerce Members and their staff. Whether you are planning your next holiday, business trip, group getaway or cruise adventure, our experienced team is here to help with personalised travel advice and expert consultation services at no…

10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop

20 May 2026

Exclusive Offer for Chambers Members 🎁 10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop – A full-day, face to face session for up to 10 people – we’ll show you exactly where AI can make the biggest difference in your business and how to use it correctly. Quote CHAMBERAI when you…

York & North Yorkshire Chamber President

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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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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…

25% discount in May, June and July on Institute of Leadership Approved courses for members

Established in 2017, our Institute of Leadership Approved Leadership Pathways Programme has proved a springboard to progression for many participants, with 60% of past participants obtaining additional leadership responsibilities/promotion or leading improvement projects in their organisations.  Our next courses start in September and now include a coaching module, focusing on skills to support your transition…

20% Off All Training Courses

Exclusive Chamber Member Offer At QE Training Academy, we do things differently. Our accredited courses are designed to genuinely develop people. It’s more than attending a course, it’s a great day that leaves you energised and creates a lasting impact. We understand the pressures organisations face, from retention and recruitment to compliance, wellbeing and performance….

Exclusive Chamber Member Offer – Save £100 on Your Next Booking ✈️🌍

One World Travel is delighted to offer an exclusive £100 saving for Chamber of Commerce Members and their staff. Whether you are planning your next holiday, business trip, group getaway or cruise adventure, our experienced team is here to help with personalised travel advice and expert consultation services at no additional cost. What’s Included ✅…

10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop

Exclusive Offer for Chambers Members 🎁 10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop – A full-day, face to face session for up to 10 people – we’ll show you exactly where AI can make the biggest difference in your business and how to use it correctly. Quote CHAMBERAI when you get in touch. Offer valid…

BR Apparel offers FREE visual mockup proofs for Chamber Members

BR Apparel Ltd, Bradford’s leading workwear and uniform supplier, is offering businesses across West Yorkshire a free visual mockup proof service — showing exactly how your company logo would look embroidered or printed on a range of professional garments before you commit to an order. Whether you are considering branded polo shirts for your office team, embroidered…

Christmas Party Nights at Mercure York

Celebrate the festive season at the Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel with colleagues, friends, or family at one of our unforgettable Christmas party nights. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal featuring the finest festive flavours, followed by an evening of music and dancing with our resident DJ—guaranteeing a lively atmosphere from start to finish. Your night…

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…