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Healthy Start for New Business
Posted in: Chamber News on 16 February 2012
New business owner, Lynda Addy, is celebrating after finding out that her Wakefield-based shops are on track to turnover more than she expected in the first year.
Read Full StoryAward win for Design and Brand Agency
Posted in: Business of the Month on 09 February 2012
A Design and Brand Agency in Huddersfield has been named Business of the Month in a competition run by Eaton Smith Solicitors to recognise local talent.
Read Full StoryWhile Britain dithers on aviation expansion, other European countries are forging ahead
Posted in: Chamber News on 09 February 2012
As an island nation, and one with such a magnificent history of trading with international markets, the UK’s air links with its economic partners are essential. These vital arteries provide the lifeblood for the UK economy, allowing UK businesses to export their goods and services to the world and overseas companies to bring inward investment. This translates into jobs and prosperity for the whole country.
Read Full StoryChamber Start Up Sessions for Wakefield
Posted in: Chamber News on 06 February 2012
Free sessions aimed at anyone who is thinking of setting-up a business of about to start trading in Wakefield. They cover the basics from business planning to managing money and getting customers.
Read Full StoryWakefield Apprenticeship Challenge
Posted in: Members' News on 03 February 2012
Today marks the launch of the Wakefield Apprenticeship Challenge
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