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The West Yorkshire Good Growth Programme is off to an incredible start – over 70 ambitious businesses have already signed up! With only 125 places available and strong demand, spaces are filling up fast. The programme is open for a limited time, and the high number of applications so far…

Need a hand with HR, compliance, business support, or legal tasks? Our second-year students have a solid grounding and are ready to help, bringing fresh perspectives, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. They are required to complete an average of 150 hours of work experience as part of an assessed placement…

Grow Your Social Enterprise with Free Support from SEGA Business Sheffield is pleased to announce the relaunch of the Social Enterprise Growth Accelerator (SEGA), a free programme helping social enterprises in Sheffield grow and succeed. SEGA is open to social enterprises at any stage whether you are starting a new…

BCCT and Teesside Freeport Launch Strategic Dialogue in Istanbul for Next-Generation Trade Cooperation The British Chamber of Commerce in Turkey (BCCT) hosted representatives from the UK’s SME Centre of Excellence (CofE) in Istanbul, convening a high-level strategic meeting aimed at enhancing bilateral trade collaboration. Led by BCCT Chairman Chris Gaunt…

Levelling Up: Northern Opportunities One of the elements we monitor at Invest&Fund is the strength of the property market we support. What has become apparent, especially in the North of England, is the sheer depth of the opportunity presented in a falling rate environment. Developers across our region are poised…

SOCIAL DRINKING HAS MOVED FORWARD IN LEAPS AND BOUNDS FROM THE HISTORIC INEBRIATION OF THE MASSES–FROM WILLIAM HOGARTH’S 1751 DEPICTION OF GIN LANE TO THE REIMAGINED 21ST-CENTURY HABITS OF THE ‘SOBER CURIOUS GENERATION’. LNDM i12 – ALCONOT 2

WWE returns to Leeds for the first time in nearly 4 years! Don’t miss the action at first direct bank arena on Wednesday 27 August 2025, featuring your favourite WWE Superstars live in the ring! The Leeds event card includes: “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes, World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER, Mr. Money in the Bank Seth Rollins,…

Are you an ambitious founder with a story that deserves to be backed? The Venture Forward Accelerator is here to help under-represented founders across the North of England access funding, expert support, and game-changing connections. We’re looking for founders from underrepresented groups, including: ✅ Female entrepreneurs ✅ Diverse founders ✅…

Bradford Wins ‘College of the Year’ at Edufuturists Awards Bradford College has won a prestigious award recognising its groundbreaking use of digital technology to enhance student learning. The annual Edufuturists Awards are dedicated to those at the forefront of teaching and learning. At a special award ceremony in Manchester, Bradford College was announced…

Leeds Trinity University, in partnership with Flutter Entertainment, is hosting a three-day, in-person workshop designed to give participants the tools, confidence, and insider knowledge they need to step into a tech career. Geared towards over 18s and mature students, the Digital Skills programme will offer the opportunity to immerse learners in…