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From Essex grit to Cheshire Innovation: How FindU is ending the “Tick-Box” era of diversity - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 April 2026 FOR Adrian Garwood, founder and majority owner of Cheshire-based recruitment firm FindU, business isn’t just about filling roles – it’s about fixing a broken system. Originally from Essex and a recent graduate of the Warrington Chamber Plus business accelerator , Adrian has combined his entrepreneurial drive with his personal journey with ADHD to rethink how companies approach hiring. “For too
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How Acorn2oak Hypnotherapy helped Max reclaim his life - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 April 2026 By Rachel Kinney, Hypnotherapist & Psychotherapist at Acorn2oak Hypnotherapy As a Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist, I have the privilege of supporting people through many different challenges. I have worked with clients seeking help for issues such as anxiety, phobias, weight management, migraines, IBS, depression, skin conditions, pain management, endometriosis, sleep difficulties, cancer
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EMR joins Circularity in Practice initiative - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 March 2026 EMR, a global leader in circular materials, has joined the newly launched Circularity in Practice initiative as a founding member, supporting a nationwide effort to turn circular economy thinking into practical action across UK industry. Circularity in Practice, inspired by His Majesty King Charles III, brings organisations together to rethink how materials are used in the places where we live
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New Business Awards event to celebrate 150 years of Warrington Chamber and the Wolves! - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 March 2026 TO celebrate the 150th anniversary of Warrington Chamber of Commerce, plans are underway to relaunch the Warrington Business Awards under a new brand. Warrington Business Awards Plus will take place at the Halliwell Jones Stadium on Thursday, October 15 and be open to all businesses in and around the Warrington area. The event will also help celebrate 150 years of Warrington Wolves , who are key
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Wain Group secures £140m funding to drive growth - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Warrington-based Wain Group, one of the UK’s largest privately owned residential developers, has secured £140 million in new funding from Lloyds and NatWest to accelerate its next growth phase. The financing will help Wain Group to deliver its growth ambitions which include building more high-quality homes, regenerating land and investing further in sustainable development. Headquartered in
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Board the Living Well Bus for your cervical screening - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 The Living Well bus, delivered by Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, will be providing mobile cervical screening tests in Warrington, over the next few months. The bus will be offering drop-in cervical screening tests, previously known as a smear test, for people who have missed an appointment, are overdue an appointment or are due to have a test but haven’t managed to book an
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Local estate agency builds for growth with support from HSBC UK - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Warrington independent property specialist Belvoir Sales & Lettings is laying the groundwork for further growth following a change in ownership, after securing a six-figure funding package from HSBC UK. Belvoir Warrington, now led by director Lauren Hughes, plans to expand its sales operations and strengthen its presence in the North West. The business is focused on expanding its sales team,
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Local businesswoman appointed Chair of national franchise body - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Warrington-based Home Instead’s COO Ruth Brown has been appointed to one of the most influential roles in UK franchising. Ruth, Chief Operating Officer of the Stretton-based home care company, Home Instead, has been named Chair of The British Franchise Association (BFA) board following a vote at the organisation’s annual general meeting in December 2025. Ruth becomes only the second woman to
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Cheshire and Warrington tourism tops £4bn for first time since Covid - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Cheshire and Warrington’s tourism sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, with the visitor economy surpassing £4bn for the first time since the Covid outbreak – recording 59.3 million visitor days in 2024 – even as businesses navigate significant financial pressures. A new national economic impact report reveals the region’s visitor economy was worth £4.32bn in 2024 – up 10.7per cent on
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Made Smarter architect awarded MBE in New Year Honours - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Alain Dilworth, one of the original architects of the Made Smarter Adoption programme, has been awarded an MBE for services to business growth and digitalisation in the King’s New Year Honours List. Dilworth has played a pivotal role in shaping and delivering Made Smarter since its inception in 2018, working closely with government and industry to design a national programme that helps
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Lymm firm launches TaskEnergy to deliver sustainable energy solutions in social housing - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Lymm-headquartered Key Integrated Services, a leading mechanical and electrical engineering company, has launched TaskEnergy. The newly established company, led by industry specialists, will offer a range of sustainable energy solutions for local authorities and social housing providers. “Given the nationwide focus on net zero, demand for the decarbonisation services will only grow as time goes
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Avove signs new five-year lease at Europa Boulevard - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Infrastructure and engineering company, Avove, has signed a new five-year lease at Europa Boulevard, Warrington, marking a significant step in the company’s ambitious growth plans. Operating from more than 20 offices, hubs and depots across the UK, this latest addition will further enhance Avove’s national presence, allowing the company to build on recent momentum and continue delivering
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New way to give to local charities launches in Cheshire and Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 We all want to improve life in our communities, and we all see local people struggling and wish we could help. But unless you’re an expert it can be hard to know where to start: should we help children and build a brighter future, or should we support the adults who impact those childhoods so profoundly? What about our aging population and the isolation we know they’re feeling? What about
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Miller Homes appoints new Technical Director for the North West - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Miller Homes has appointed Michael Parkinson as Technical Director for its North West region, further strengthening its senior team as the business gears up to deliver its ambitious growth plans through 2026 and beyond. Michael joins Miller Homes with more than 20 years’ experience in the construction and residential development sector, having held site-based and strategic roles at Countryside
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Barrow Electrical: Momentum, people and the power of community - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 As Warrington-based Barrow Electrical enters its 20th year in business, it feels like a particularly exciting moment to reflect on how far they’ve come and where they are heading, says MD Laurence Barrow. The company has evolved, becoming stronger and more structured and capable, while staying true to its principles. Laurence said: “One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned over nearly two decades
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Local business woman launches peer support network - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Warrington’s business community is about to get a boost, as local business woman Sandra Tinker brings The Alternative Board (TAB) to the area, a peer advisory network designed to help business owners support each other and grow together. Sandra, who lives in Antrobus, is launching TAB Cheshire to bring together small and medium-sized businesses across Warrington, St Helens, Northwich, Congleton
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J&K Ross expands product offering with new cleaning and hygiene range - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 J&K Ross, the Warrington-based PPE and workwear specialists, have expanded their product offering with the introduction of a dedicated Cleaning and Hygiene range. The new collection complements the company’s well-established PPE portfolio, giving customers a way to maintain safety and cleanliness across their entire working environment. The strategic move reflects J&K Ross’ belief that
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The Causeway appoints new Business Development Manager - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 The Causeway, formerly known as St James Business Centre, on Wilderspool Causeway in Warrington, has appointed Ashley Alderson as its new business development manager. This strategic appointment marks a new chapter for The Causeway as it re-positions itself as a leading digital hub for enterprise, innovation, and collaboration in Warrington. Ashley brings a wealth of experience in driving
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Cheshire’s Mix 56 Partners with the UK’s largest gas distribution network - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 February 2026 Cheshire’s Mix 56 has announced a new partnership with Cadent, the UK’s largest gas distribution network. The partnership will spotlight Cadent’s expanding programme of community engagement across Cheshire. The collaboration will focus on sharing positive, practical stories about how Cadent supports local people, community hubs and vulnerable customers in towns and villages across the county.
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X-Press Legal Services champion girls rugby team
29 October 2025 They are kitting out the Thatto Heath Crusaders U15 girls team. The Crusaders have long been champions of inclusivity in sport. Their thriving girls’ section continues to give young players the chance to build confidence, resilience and teamwork through Rugby League. The team trains twice a week as well as competing in the Yorkshire Premier League. Such is its success that players including Lucy
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Bents recognised as one of the UK’s best workplaces
28 October 2025 The 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces in Retail, Hospitality & Leisure™ list has been launched by Great Place To Work® UK, and recognises Bents Garden & Home among the organisations in the ‘Large & Super Large’ category. This fantastic recognition follows the recent news that the family-owned and run destination centre was Certified™ as a Great Place to Work for the second consecutive year; an
Find out moreBents recognised as one of the UK’s best workplaces - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 October 2025 The 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces in Retail, Hospitality & Leisure™ list has been launched by Great Place To Work® UK, and recognises Bents Garden & Home among the organisations in the ‘Large & Super Large’ category. This fantastic recognition follows the recent news that the family-owned and run destination centre was Certified™ as a Great Place to Work for the second consecutive year; an
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Amentum to create 3,000 new jobs following boost in nuclear power and defence spending
27 October 2025 With nuclear laboratories and engineering test facilities in Warrington, Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, has announced plans to create 3,000 new jobs over the next four years. The announcement comes on the back of growth in nuclear power and defence in the UK. Amentum Chief Executive Officer John Heller, who met U.S. President Donald Trump
Find out moreAmentum to create 3,000 new jobs following boost in nuclear power and defence spending - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 October 2025 With nuclear laboratories and engineering test facilities in Warrington, Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, has announced plans to create 3,000 new jobs over the next four years. The announcement comes on the back of growth in nuclear power and defence in the UK. Amentum Chief Executive Officer John Heller, who met U.S. President Donald Trump
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United Utilities launches 2026 graduate and internship programme
24 October 2025 Warrington-based water and wastewater company United Utilities has opened applications for its 2026 graduate and intern programme. There are 47 graduate roles and 10 internship opportunities available across several business areas including roles in rainwater management, process engineering, water resources planning, commercial, civil engineering, as well as data and analytics. Graduates who
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Chase International celebrates MD’s three decades of leadership
23 October 2025 Chase International, the Lymm-based family-owned British procurement partner trusted by engineering and maintenance teams worldwide, is celebrating Managing Director Brian Woolley’s 30th year leading the company. Brian first joined CHASE 38 years ago, and for the past three decades, he has been at the helm, overseeing its growth from a specialist UK supplier into a global procurement partner
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Chase International celebrates MD’s three decades of leadership - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
23 October 2025 Chase International, the Lymm-based family-owned British procurement partner trusted by engineering and maintenance teams worldwide, is celebrating Managing Director Brian Woolley’s 30th year leading the company. Brian first joined CHASE 38 years ago, and for the past three decades, he has been at the helm, overseeing its growth from a specialist UK supplier into a global procurement partner
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B-engineering becomes official stadium sponsor
22 October 2025 A lifelong passion for rugby and a deep-rooted family legacy come full circle as B-engineering Group proudly becomes the official sponsor of the Warrington Wolves’ West Stand. This partnership celebrates a shared love of rugby, a family tradition rooted in the East Stand, and a deep respect for Warrington’s rich sporting culture. Rob, Ditchfield, Managing director said: “As a lifelong Wolves
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B-engineering becomes official stadium sponsor: A family's rugby history comes full circle - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
22 October 2025 A lifelong passion for rugby and a deep-rooted family legacy come full circle as B-engineering Group proudly becomes the official sponsor of the Warrington Wolves’ West Stand. This partnership celebrates a shared love of rugby, a family tradition rooted in the East Stand, and a deep respect for Warrington’s rich sporting culture. Rob, Ditchfield, Managing director said: “As a lifelong Wolves
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New digital skills bootcamps launch to support self-employed growth - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 October 2025 Self-employed business owners and micro-SMEs can now access government funded training to streamline operations, unlock growth, and harness digital tools and AI – thanks to two new Skills Bootcamps delivered by Enterprise4All (E4All). E4All, a purpose-led skills provider, has been awarded the contract to deliver two fully funded Skills Bootcamps designed specifically for sole traders,
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Healthwatch Warrington launches ‘About Me’ awareness card to support inclusive healthcare - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 October 2025 Healthwatch Warrington has launched a special “About Me” awareness card, a pioneering initiative designed to empower patients and improve communication with healthcare professionals. This card helps individuals disclose personal triggers and request reasonable adjustments in a simple, non-verbal format, enhancing patient experience and promoting person-centred care. Online applications for the
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Miller Homes welcomes new North West Marketing Manager - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 October 2025 Miller Homes has appointed Amy Brennan-Stephenson as Marketing Manager for its North West region. Amy joins Miller Homes with a strong background in digital and multi-channel marketing, having held senior roles at Supply Well and David M Robinson, where she was Head of Marketing and Head of Digital Marketing respectively. She brings a breadth of experience from both agency and client-side roles
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New leadership aims to transform hygiene firm into regional powerhouse - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 October 2025 Neil Mathieson, who recently joined Concept Hygiene, is leading the business during what he describes as a “really exciting period.” His appointment marks his first venture into the private-ownership commercial world, following a nearly three-decade career with major corporations. Neil’s background includes two decades at American giant General Electric and seven years with leading UK healthcare
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Greenvolt Next to invest £50 million in clean commercial energy - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
15 October 2025 Warrington–based Greenvolt Next UK – part of the global Greenvolt Group – is to invest £50 million in distributed generation aiming to achieve 500mw of commercial and industrial clean energy capacity by 2028. The investment is part of a £320 million investment in the UK to achieve 1GW renewable capacity by the same year. Most of Greenvolt’s installations will be solar, supporting the UK
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New Chief at Kleen-Tex to lead global operations and drive growth - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
14 October 2025 Warrington-based international rug and mat manufacturing giant, Kleen-Tex, has appointed Lee Fox as its new Chief Operating Officer. Lee has been an integral part of Kleen-Tex’s journey for over 25 years, having built a wealth of product and technical knowledge, deep industry expertise, exceptional leadership, and unwavering commitment to drive high performance within the firm’s global teams. In
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Lewis Brothers treat Base tenants with ice cream - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 October 2025 Tenants at the Base on Dallam Lane were treated to free ice cream at their recent Summer Social. Established by the Manfredi family in 1886, Lewis Bros, as they later became, sold ice cream across Lancashire and Cheshire before setting down roots on Bewsey Road in 1967. Their ice cream mix is sold all over the country, with customers all the way up in Cumbria and down to Cornwall. Their fleet of
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Walton Hall to host next year’s Visit Cheshire Tourism Awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 October 2025 Warrington’s iconic Walton Hall and Gardens will host next year’s Visit Cheshire Tourism Awards. The venue was announced as tourist attractions, hotels, pubs and restaurants were urged to get their entries in for the 2026 Visit Cheshire Tourism Awards. Run by Marketing Cheshire – and until last year called the Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards – the awards honour excellence across the entire
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Education caterer signs up 102 new schools - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 October 2025 Family run, independent education caterer Dolce Schools Catering – based in Warrington – will begin working with 102 new schools from the start of the new academic year, following a highly successful tendering period. The new contracts bring Dolce’s total daily meal provision to over 130,000 pupils nationwide, with the business now catering for 1 in 20 schools across England, and continuing to
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£312k Bathgate deal helps new owner realise vision for Chester restaurant - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 October 2025 A £312,000 deal funded by Warrington Chamber member Bathgate Business Finance, has helped a new business owner realise his vision for The Bird in Hand restaurant in Guilden Sutton, Chester. When looking to sell the venue ahead of retirement, previous owner, Richard Bowyer, was approached by The Bird In Hand’s manager, Stavros Nicolaides, who had successfully managed the popular local restaurant
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Raising the bar: How Bars & Beyond is redefining the mobile bar experience - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 October 2025 From intimate garden parties to large-scale festivals, the way people enjoy a drink is changing — and one Warrington-based company is leading the charge. Bars & Beyond Ltd, founded by local entrepreneur John Houghton, is quickly becoming the name to know in the mobile bar industry. Drawing on his proven track record in business with the success of Hydaheat Ltd, John saw an opportunity to bring
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Major plan for redevelopment of Eddie Stobart site - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 October 2025 Major proposals for the redevelopment of the Eddie Stobart site in Hawleys Lane, Warrington, have been submitted to borough council planners. The scheme, put forward by ARES 2 (Logistics IV) Ltd is for the redevelopment of the existing employment development site for a new employment development. Four new warehouse units would replace the existing warehouse and office buildings on the site.
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State-of-the-art Data Centre earmarked for former Unilever site - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 October 2025 A state-of-the-art AI data centre is set to be created on the former Unilever site, it was revealed at the annual Warrington Business Conference. The announcement was a highlight of the conference, which focused on the theme “Innovate Warrington”. Georgi Dimitrov, CEO of Fantasy AI, welcomed the development, saying: “This kind of investment in AI infrastructure is exactly what fuels digital
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Charity in need of help to keep community moving - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 October 2025 Over the past eight years, the Burtonwood and Winwick Community Bus has provided a vital lifeline for residents who can’t use public transport due to mobility issues, lack of confidence, or other challenges. Their service allows people to go shopping, attend community groups, and stay connected with the community. The service, which operates two minibuses across Warrington, has had a difficult
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AlphaBiolabs wins £2m drug and alcohol testing contract - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 October 2025 Warrington-based AlphaBiolabs has been awarded the contract to provide drug and alcohol testing services for six local authorities in the Liverpool City Region. Under the four-year contract – worth approximately £2m – AlphaBiolabs will provide all legally-defensible drug and alcohol testing in support of Family Court proceedings across Liverpool City Council, Halton, Knowsley, Sefton, St Helens,
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Made Smarter relaunches digital internship programme to support manufacturers - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 September 2025 Made Smarter has relaunched its highly successful Digital Technology Internship programme to help Cheshire manufacturers tackle the growing digital skills gap and accelerate innovation. The government funded scheme connects digitally capable students and recent graduates with SME manufacturers to work on real-world technology adoption projects. The reboot follows the overwhelming success of the
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Raynor Bid Consultancy shares "Ten Golden Rules of Bidding" - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 September 2025 Raynor Bid Consultancy (RBC), a specialist firm in bid writing and management, has joined the Chamber and founder Mike Raynor, a seasoned expert in securing public and private sector contracts, has unveiled his “Ten Golden Rules of Bidding” to help businesses boost their tender success. “Winning bids isn’t just about a great product; it’s about strategically presenting your capabilities and
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Inco Contracts pledges £150,000 a year to fight skills gap in construction sector - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 September 2025 FAST-growing principal contractor Inco Contracts – with offices in Hatton, Warrington – has pledged to spend £150,000-a-year to help fight the worrying skills gap facing the construction sector. Inco, which specialises in industrial,commercial and education refurbishment schemes – will boost spending on its early years talent academy as part of its 15th anniversary celebrations. This will
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Over 400 organisations flock to the North West for HyNet Supply Chain Summit - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
15 September 2025 The HyNet Supply Chain Summit, organised by NOF, welcomed over 430 attendees, making it one of the most significant low carbon supply chain events in the UK this year. The energy was electric at the HyNet Supply Chain Summit, held recently in the North West, as over 430 delegates – ranging from local authorities and regional SMEs to international contractors – gathered to explore the
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Redwood announces a near doubling of growth in new lending in 2024 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 September 2025 A Warrington specialist business bank which has supported SMEs and landlords with more than £760 million of mortgage lending since it launched has announced new lending growth of nearly double and continued profitability in 2024. Award-winning Redwood Bank made the announcement in its newly published 2024 Annual Report and Accounts which reported new lending of £136 million, almost doubling the
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X-Press Legal Services offers support to charity Circus Starr - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 September 2025 WARRINGTON-based X-Press Legal Services has presented its annual donation to local charity, Circus Starr. The firm has been a long-time supporter of Circus Starr – a North West-based not-for-profit social enterprise – donating £1,000 this year in celebration of its recent 25th anniversary and helping spread joy to children. Nearly 1.5 million families in the UK are unable to afford even a single
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Mitchell Charlesworth reconnects with Warrington business community - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 September 2025 Mitchell Charlesworth, one of the North West’s leading independent firms of accountants and business advisors, has rejoined the Warrington Chamber of Commerce. This move signals a renewed commitment to the local business landscape in Warrington, strengthening the firm’s deep-rooted presence in the region. With a heritage stretching back to 1885, Mitchell Charlesworth has grown significantly, now
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New partnership sees rooftop solar installation at Birchwood Shopping Centre - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 September 2025 Warrington-based Greenvolt Next UK, part of the Greenvolt Group has signed a contract with commercial real estate owner MDSR Investments to install PV solar rooftop panels at Birchwood Shopping Centre. The new solar installation will host 452 panels across 1,564m2 with an installed capacity of 200kWp. The installation began in May and is projected to generate approximately 154 kWh per year,
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Exciting new chapter for Belvoir Warrington under new leadership - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 September 2025 AFTER 17 years of dedicated service by founders Gary and Amanda Pemberton, Belvoir Warrington has entered an exciting new chapter under the leadership of local property professional Lauren Hughes. With five years’ experience in sales and lettings at a neighbouring branch, Lauren brings both industry expertise and deep local knowledge to the role. As a Warrington native, she is well-acquainted
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Time, trust and care: Interim findings shed light on home care in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 September 2025 Healthwatch Warrington, in collaboration with Warrington Borough Council’s Adult Social Care Commissioning team, has released its interim report into the state of domiciliary (home) care services across the borough, unveiling both promising strengths and areas needing urgent improvement. Home Care was chosen by Warrington residents as a top priority for Healthwatch Warrington this year’ The
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LJLA breaks all time monthly passenger record once again - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 September 2025 Figures out today show that August was Liverpool John Lennon Airport’s busiest ever month with over 616,000 passengers from across the North West and North Wales choosing to use Liverpool during what has been the airport’s busiest ever summer. These latest figures beat the previous record set just last month when over 576,000 passengers travelled through the airport and is the first time that
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There’s a cool breeze at B-engineering with the return of air conditioning manager - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 September 2025 Warrington-based mechanical and electrical specialists, B-engineering Group, has announced the return of a familiar face, Craig McLachlan, to its leadership team. With over 25 years of experience in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry, Craig rejoins the company to lead the continued growth of its Air Conditioning division across the North West. Craig started his career through the
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New leisure centre and Slide Park at Cockhedge will create 40 new jobs - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 September 2025 A new leisure centre and unique Slide Park creating 40 new jobs is set to be created at the Cockhedge development in Warrington, attracting an estimated 150,000 new visitors annually. Leading North West Asset Manager, Altered Space, has announced the landmark deal with Rocafella Leisure Group, securing a 25,000 sq. ft space at its Cockhedge development. The agreement is a significant step in the
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Chance for local businesses to shine as entries open for Visit Cheshire Tourism Awards 2026 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 September 2025 LOCAL tourism champions are being encouraged to shine, as Cheshire & Warrington’s top visitor awards return with a new name. Entries are officially open for the Visit Cheshire Tourism Awards 2026, with this year’s celebration of the region’s visitor economy. Run by Marketing Cheshire (and until last year called the Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards), the awards honour excellence across the
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Birchwood Park’s annual fundraising event raises £4k for Peace & Mind UK - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 September 2025 Hundreds of visitors from across Warrington and the wider region attended Birchwood Park’s annual summer fundraiser, Duckfest – raising £4,000 for Peace & Mind UK, the Park-based organisation founded by Esther Grey to support young people with their mental health. Taking place around the lake, the event once again brought together the local community for a day full of fun, food and fundraising,
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Birchwood Park welcomes new arrivals as summer momentum continues - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
29 August 2025 Birchwood Park is building on its strong momentum this summer with the arrival of two new occupiers – Omnicell and Blue Ribbon Healthcare – further cementing its reputation as the North West’s premier out-of-town business destination. Omnicell, a global leading player in healthcare automation (medication and medical supply management), has relocated from Irlam to a new warehouse facility at 714
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Award-winning nursery group opens forest school - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 August 2025 AN award-winning nursery group has opened a new forest school at Warrington. Dunky’s Day Nurseries, which provides high quality childcare across the North West, has opened a Forest School in the Activity Centre at the Gulliver’s World theme park. It’s the seventh nursery in the family-run nursery group. Dunky’s was founded by Siobhan McCarroll who started her career as a nursery nurse before
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Global mat brand partners with Warrington agencies for major UK expansion push - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 August 2025 Global mat and rug manufacturer Kleen-Tex has joined forces with search-driven content agency No Brainer and branding agency The Modern World to spearhead a major UK growth drive – with bold plans to shake up the market through its flagship wash+dry brand. The partnership will see the Warrington-based, award-winning agencies work with Kleen-Tex, which already sells its popular Turtle Mat product
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Cheshire Language Academy launches new workforce upskilling programs - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 August 2025 Recognising the evolving demands of the modern workplace, Cheshire Language Academy is set to launch a series of new English and work skills courses this September. These specialised programmes aim to equip both current and future employees with not only essential English language proficiency but also crucial industry-specific knowledge, addressing the growing national focus on workforce
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Leading the Conversation: DV8 Designs on Stage at NEWH Paris - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 August 2025 DV8 Designs recently had the honour of joining hospitality leaders at the NEWH Leadership Conference in Paris, where Managing Director, Lee Birchall, was invited to speak on a panel exploring The Future of Food & Beverage. Stepping onto the stage, Lee shared insights on how design, sustainability, innovation, and shifting guest expectations are redefining the hospitality experience. Joining a
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‘Contractor’s consultancy’ eyes up major expansion – with workforce set to double this year - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 August 2025 A FAST-GROWING consultancy business aims to almost double its workforce this year amid ambitious growth plans. Dubbed “the contractor’s consultancy”, Novo Consultants provides expertise across the built environment sector. The Warrington-based business has supported several major multi-million-pound projects, ranging from the refurbishment of Manchester Airport to the construction of the Co-Op
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Iceland Foods opens £100 million state-of-the-art warehouse, creating hundreds of jobs - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 July 2025 Iceland Foods has officially opened its brand new 500,000 square foot distribution centre in Warrington, marking a major investment in the retailer’s supply chain and reinforcing its commitment to long-term growth. The £100 million facility, developed in partnership with GXO Logistics, the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, will employ more than 750 people, delivering
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Unlocking Potential – The Benefits of Employee Coaching - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 July 2025 Coaching is emerging as a vital tool for personal and professional growth, empowering individuals and strengthening aorganizations. This future-oriented process, unlike therapy, focuses on goal achievement and actionable steps. Coaching helps individuals define aspirations, leverage strengths, and improve in areas like career, relationships, and wellbeing. “It’s about taking action, building
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TEDxWarrington announces 2025 event and partnership with Warrington Youth Zone - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 July 2025 TEDxWarrington is back for 2025! Event plans have been launched with a brand new theme, a call for applications, and an exciting partnership with Warrington Youth Zone. Local businesswoman, Kirsty James, has once again secured a coveted licence from TED to run TEDxWarrington. 2024 saw a pause in events as she attended a TED conference in the US to upgrade her licence. She also became a TEDx
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Empowering Warrington SMEs: Building customer-centric quality frameworks for sustainable growth - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 July 2025 Warrington-based Hikmat Adamu has launched a new consultancy, HiQMA, dedicated to helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the region build robust, customer-centric quality frameworks that drive sustainable growth. Drawing on extensive experience in the highly regulated aseptic manufacturing sector within pharmaceuticals and the broader life science industry, Hikmat aims to bring
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Today Team celebrates 20 years on the road - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 June 2025 A Warrington entrepreneur who turned a career-ending rugby injury into a multi-million-pound same-day courier business is celebrating 20 years on the road, with a £5m turnover target firmly in his sights. Today Team was founded in 2005 by former Warrington Wolves player Jamie Boyd, 44, after a serious knee injury ended his sporting career at just 24. Determined not to become “one of those ‘if
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Marketing agency appoints non-executive director to support strategic growth - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
29 June 2025 Childsey, a full-service marketing agency has appointed Warrington-based Bill Carr as Non-Executive Director. Bill brings over two decades of experience in agency leadership, which will be instrumental as Childsey embarks on its next phase of growth and expansion. Carr is the founder of Carpe Diem, an independent digital transformation agency specialising in website design, development, and
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Property and commercial specialist Gary Beggs joins Bathgate team - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 June 2025 Bathgate Business Finance has appointed property and commercial finance specialist, Gary Beggs, as part of its strategic growth plans. Gary joins Bathgate from his role as commercial finance manager at Manchester-based Pomegranate Commercial Finance, bringing with him 22 years of industry knowledge and experience. Throughout his career, Gary has built up an extensive portfolio of property
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DV8 Designs elevating passenger experiences at Liverpool Airport - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 June 2025 DV8 Designs is excited to share that the team is currently on site at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, working alongside their valued client, Aspire Executive Lounges, Swissport, to bring another exceptional airport lounge to life! This project marks an important step in Liverpool Airport’s ambitious master plan to enhance its facilities and elevate the passenger experience. The new lounge is
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Ready to turn your small business into a high-performing brand? - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 June 2025 Warrington design studio, The Modern World, has created a platform called ScoreApp to allow businesses to identify the blind spots in their branding. Does your brand feel outdated or inconsistent? Does it no longer reflect your offerings or values? Did you create it on a budget when you setup the business, but now you’ve outgrown it? The Brand Building Guide walks you through the framework, with
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Flint Percussion celebrates 20 years of innovation - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 June 2025 Flint Percussion, the eco-friendly, family-run business based in Burtonwood, is proud to announce its 20th anniversary. Established in 2005, the company has revolutionized the marching drum industry with its groundbreaking lightweight designs, gaining international recognition and a loyal customer base that includes royalty and world-renowned musicians. The genesis of Flint Percussion sprang
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Leading content agency No Brainer celebrates a decade of success - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 June 2025 Search-driven content agency No Brainer has celebrated its tenth birthday in style, marking a decade of growth, awards successes and high-profile client wins. The Warrington firm, which has become one of the North’s most in-demand agencies, hosted a special, invite-only party at The Palmyra Cocktail Bar – attended by around 100 guests including colleagues, clients, family and friends. No Brainer
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Council Chief Executive Prof. Steven Broomhead announces retirement - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 June 2025 After 47 years working in the academic, public, government and private sectors, Warrington Borough Council’s Chief Executive, Professor Steven Broomhead MBE, is to retire. Steven, who over two terms has been the council’s Chief Executive for 20 years, will step down as Chief Executive at the end of June 2025. Cllr Hans Mundry, Leader of Warrington Borough Council, said: “Steven has been an
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Warrington Chamber to Exhibit at KCC North West Business Growth Conference & Expo - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 June 2025 Warrington Chamber of Commerce will be exhibiting at the KCC North West Business Growth Conference & Expo, taking place on Friday 4th July at Halliwell Jones Stadium, from 10am to 3pm. This highly anticipated event brings together businesses from across Cheshire and the North West for a day of inspiration, connection, and practical insight. With business growth seminars, a buzzing exhibition
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Specialist bank recognised among industry’s best at prestigious awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 May 2025 Redwood Bank has been shortlisted for the Specialist Bank of the Year at the B&C Awards, run by industry publication Bridging and Commercial. Last month, Redwood was given the award for Best Innovation in the Mortgage Space for its Green Reward, which benefits landlords who have energy-efficient properties, at the MoneyAge Mortgage Awards. Stuart Davidson, Director of Product and Strategy, said:
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World leader in renewable energy Greenvolt moves into town - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 May 2025 Greenvolt Group, a global leader in renewable energy, is to expand into the UK’s distributed generation market with the launch of Greenvolt Next UK – based in Warrington. Targeting a portfolio of commercial and industrial projects with a total capacity of 100 MW this year, the company will enable UK businesses to produce, consume and manage their own green electricity, such as through rooftop
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Workwear companies primed to go up in size - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 May 2025 Two north west workwear companies are primed for growth under new ownership after a double management buyout. Warrington-based distributor J & K Ross and manufacturing business Dale Techniche, which is based in Nelson, Lancashire, have nearly 50 staff in total and a combined turnover of £10m. They have been acquired from the Ross family for an undisclosed sum by a management team led by Neil
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New solar panel funding awarded to Bridgewater Community Healthcare - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 May 2025 Thousands of pounds are expected to be saved and put back into frontline care thanks to a major award win to install new solar panels at the main headquarters of Bridgewater Community Healthcare. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has today (Friday 21 March) announced a package of £100 million from Great British Energy for the NHS to install solar power and battery storage solutions
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Residents rate Warrington care groups in top 20 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 May 2025 New Care and Lovett Care have been included in the Top 20 UK Care Home Groups report, as voted for by residents at Grappenhall Manor and Statham Manor. Lovett Care acquired New Care almost six months ago, however the two care home operators received the prestigious Top 20 rating individually. The award is based on care home reviews compiled by leading review website carehome.co.uk from
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Significant step toward carbon-neutral production takes place at Latchford - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 April 2025 Novelis Inc., a sustainable aluminium solutions provider has successfully tested using hydrogen fuel to power a recycling furnace at its UK plant in Latchford. The tests were carried out as part of a UK government decarbonization programme and in collaboration with Progressive Energy, an independent UK energy company, and required the installation of new burners, regenerators, and furnace lining
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Local lawyers give helping hand to ‘wonderful’ hospice – as firm launches new volunteering scheme - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
29 April 2025 A group of lawyers have given their time to help paint a local children’s hospice – after the firm launched a new charity initiative. Legal 500-listed Aaron & Partners says the new scheme is encouraging all staff to take a day away from the office to volunteer for a charity of their choice – in line with the firm’s values and ongoing commitment to give back to the local community. While the
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So…...what’s the big IDEA - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 April 2025 A New Dawn for UK Charities: Warrington’s “Idea for Charities” Leads the Way. In the heart of Warrington, a ground-breaking venture has emerged, poised to transform the landscape for UK charities. Launched in early 2025, “Idea for Charities” is a dynamic new business dedicated to empowering charitable organisations by enhancing their sustainability through innovative infrastructure and income
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Pioneering printer expands innovative portfolio - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 April 2025 Poplar Services Printers Ltd is a pioneering force in the UK print industry, proudly being the first in the country to offer digital printing with seven special colours—Neon Yellow, Neon Pink, Gold, Silver, Clear, White, and Security Red. This cutting-edge capability allows them to create truly unique and high-impact print materials that stand out from the competition. Managing Director Martin
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Inco Contracts goes back to school to target £3m education boost - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 April 2025 One of the UK’s leading principal contractors is continuing to branch out into education after making a high-profile hire. Warrington-based Inco Contracts, which also has offices in Cannock, Cardiff and Stevenage, has appointed Billy Sneddon as its dedicated Contracts Manager for this specialist area with the brief of generating more than £3m in revenue over the next twelve months. The company’s
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Groundbreaking wellbeing project "Digi Care Health UK" to launch in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
23 April 2025 Digi Care aligns with the government’s mission to build a future-ready health and social care system. The initiative focuses on reducing health inequalities, driving economic growth, and improving the financial sustainability of healthcare delivery. The project supports national and Integrated Care Board (ICB) ambitions to shift healthcare from hospitals to community-based prevention and care
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Powered by The Mersey - Your business powered by the energy of your community - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
22 April 2025 Local businesses now have the opportunity to constribute to the local environment by supporting net-zero investment with electricity generation firm, Engie. Your company can now be powered by clean, renewable hydroelectric power generated on the River Mersey. The energy you recieve is certified as being generated from Latchford and Woolston Weir in Warrington, with all certificates
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Ingevity choose St Rocco’s Hospice as Charity of the Year - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 April 2025 St. Rocco’s Hospice has been blown away by the level of support they receive from the local community and is delighted to have been chosen as Charity of the Year by Ingevity. In early June Ingevity donated an astounding $30,000 (£21,159) towards patient care as part of their IngeviCares program, which aims to reinvest a portion of revenue and time back into non-profit organisations like St.
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Bus company staff help raise over £2,000 for St Rocco’s Hospice - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 April 2025 A team from Warrington’s Own Buses took on the massive challenge of walking from Blackpool to Warrington in aid of St Rocco’s Hospice- a distance of 45 miles to be walked in just 19 hours! The entire team made it back in one piece and were greeted at the Golden Gates after walking through the night! They managed to raise over £2000 which will go so far in helping St. Rocco’s Hospice to continue
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Ending the Employment Relationship - Getting it right - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 April 2025 DSM Legal Solicitors is urging businesses in Warrington and Cheshire to review their policies and procedures to ensure that they do not fall foul of employment law when dismissing employees. The law states that a full and fair procedure must be followed when dealing with a grievance or disciplinary matter and the same applies in redundancy situations. Employees must be selected for redundancy in
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Kellen Homes doubles office space following expansion at Birchwood Park - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 April 2025 Birchwood Park, the North West’s largest out-of-town business destination, has welcomed the expansion of Kellen Homes into a new office space the park. Kellen Homes has expanded into a new 9,000 sq. ft office, now located at 105 Dalton Avenue, doubling the size of its previous workspace. One of the leading North West housebuilders, Kellen Homes specialises in building modern and energy-efficient
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Relationships count as Handelsbanken celebrate 10th anniversary in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 April 2025 Handelsbanken, the local relationship bank, is celebrating its ten year anniversary of serving personal and business banking customers in Warrington. Since opening its doors in February 2009, the branch has grown rapidly through recommendation and has recently moved from its original location at Centre Park to a new 2,900 sqft office at Wilderspool Business Park. Handelsbanken has over 800
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New homes at Culcheth will deliver £1.5m in community benefits - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 April 2025 PLANNING permission has been granted to deliver 194 new homes and associated infrastructure on land at Warrington Road/Holcroft Lane in Culcheth. It marks an exciting milestone for housebuilder Story Homes’ first development in the Warrington area. Warrington Borough Council resolved to grant planning consent for the scheme at its Planning Committee meeting last night (March 20) subject to
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Olympic sized water savings for North West schools and businesses - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
15 April 2025 United Utilities has worked in partnership with Groundwork, Cenergist and business water retailers to deliver water efficiency visits to organisations including schools, care homes, leisure centres, public sector and small businesses across the North West. By identifying and repairing leaky taps, toilets and showers, and installing water efficiency measures, 3.8 million litres of water – enough
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Lighting manufacturer announces major warehouse distribution expansion - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
15 April 2025 North West-based leading lighting designer and manufacturer Ansell Lighting has opened an additional distribution warehouse in Warrington, following a period of continued growth. The new 72,000 sq ft facility, on Stonecross Industrial Park, where Ansell has its existing warehouse and HQ, increases the company’s North West warehousing capacity by 78%, and will enable it to accommodate further
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Engineering consultancy partners with Maggie’s for 20th Anniversary Year - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
15 April 2025 Tenet Consultants – a nuclear engineering consultancy based in Birchwood Park, has announced its official charity partnership with Maggie’s, a leading cancer support charity. As part of their 20th-anniversary celebrations in 2025, Tenet will dedicate fundraising and awareness efforts to supporting Maggie’s vital work, alongside a second chosen charity, Awyr Las, supporting the children’s cancer
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Blue Whale Media launches a new website for Friends of Meadowside - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 April 2025 Digital design agency Blue Whale Media has announced the launch of a new website for Friends of Meadowside. Friends of Meadowside is a Warrington-based charitable organisation that has become Blue Whale Media’s chosen charitable organisation of the year for 2021. The new website for Friends of Meadowside has improved functionality with rich content focused on providing the organiation with a
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Specialist bank in running for seventh successive awards win - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 March 2025 A Warrington specialist business bank is aiming for an incredible seventh successive win after being shortlisted again in national industry awards. Redwood Bank, renowned for its tailored approach to commercial and buy-to-let mortgages and business savings accounts, has been named a finalist in multiple categories at the 2025 Business Moneyfacts Awards. Every year since 2019, the Bank has been
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Miller Homes commits to the North West with exciting plans for 2025 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 March 2025 Miller Homes, the five-star rated homebuilder, is demonstrating its commitment to the North West by announcing that it will deliver more than 300 high-quality new homes across the region in 2025, with over 40% of those allocated as affordable housing. These homes are thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of modern buyers, combining energy-efficient features with layouts that suit contemporary
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Daresbury-based iconsys signs strategic sales expert Steve Robinson - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 March 2025 DARESBURY-based control and automation specialist iconsys has appointed Steve Robinson as head of sales for energy transition. Mr Robinson, who has helped deliver some of the Middle East’s biggest energy projects, will drive forward the company’s presence in clean energy and decarbonisation. With nearly £22bn ring fenced by the UK Government for projects to capture and store carbon emissions
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Chartered accountant looks at how businesses can benefit from ChatGPT’s Canvas feature - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 March 2025 OpenAI is continuing to bring out innovative tools designed to enhance productivity and collaboration. In-house innovation lead, Matt Jones from Leavitt Walmsley Associates Chartered Accountants discusses how businesses could benefit from the latest offering, ChatGPT’s Canvas feature. The new interface allows users to collaboratively edit text or code generated by the AI in a side-by-side
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Propelling local businesses NorthBound: A fresh approach from Warrington entrepreneur - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 March 2025 Warrington-based entrepreneur John Hewitt has launched NorthBound, a consultancy and training business designed to help local businesses overcome challenges and unlock their full potential. With decades of experience in leadership, management, and marketing, John is combining his professional expertise with his personal passion for the outdoors to create a unique, dynamic offering for
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B-engineering joins sustainability champions with latest certification - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 February 2025 Warrington engineering firm, B-engineering, has recently attained B Corp certification, representing an important step in its dedication to sustainability and responsible business practices. This certification requires companies to meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. With this achievement, B-engineering aims to contribute positively
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United Utilities urge housing developers to be wise about water - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 February 2025 WARRINGTON-based United Utilities is encouraging housing developers across the North West to be wise about water. Through its Environmental Incentives Scheme, developers can benefit from discounts on network connection fees by introducing a range of water efficiency measures and sustainable drainage measures. Graham Morley (pictured), Developer Services Manager at United Utilities said: “During
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£230k funding boost to help digital transformation of Cheshire SME manufacturers - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 February 2025 Described as a trailblazing digital technology programme, Made Smarter Adoption North West has secured an additional £230,000 to help more Cheshire-based SME manufacturers access transformational technology. The allocation from the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) will fund at least 10 new companies to adopt technologies such as sensors, robotics and 3D printers to increase productivity,
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Family-run caterers partners with Natasha Allergy Research Foundation - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 February 2025 Warrington-based family-run independent caterers, Dolce Catering, has announced a three-year partnership with The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation, the UK’s food allergy charity. The partnership will see Dolce donate annually to the charity and help support its vital research and education work, helping to support the organisation’s goal to #MakeAllergyHistory. The Natasha Allergy Research
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Virtu brings high quality new homes to Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 February 2025 Cheshire housebuilder Virtu Homes has commenced work on a £3.5m development of new homes off Delenty Drive in Birchwood, Warrington. The bespoke developer has planning permission to deliver an exclusive new residential development of 10 individually designed high quality homes, each with a luxurious specification, in a desirable location close to Birchwood centre. Known as Birchwood Gardens, the
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Bilfinger UK strengthening community ties with Warrington Town FC partnership - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 December 2024 Bilfinger UK has announced a new partnership with Warrington Town Football Club, further strengthening its commitment to community engagement and support for local initiatives. This collaboration sees Bilfinger becoming the official stand sponsor of the newly inaugurated stand at Cantilever Park – now named ‘The Bilfinger Stand’ – and the official partner of the Warrington Town women’s team. As
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MP hugely impressed with scale of operation at Thomas Hardy Bottling Group - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 December 2024 WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols recently visited the Burtonwood-based Thomas Hardy Bottling Group to discuss Extended Producer responsibility (EPR ) and the Deposit Return Scheme. She met with company Director Chris Ward to learn more about their operations which has undergone £34m investment in recent years and to discuss Government policy. Thomas Hardy Bottling Group is a drinks
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Luxury care home developer New Care acquired by Lovett Care - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
23 December 2024 Luxury care home developer and operator, New Care, which includes Grappenhall Manor and Statham Manor in Warrington, has been acquired by Lovett Care, for an undisclosed sum. Cheshire-based New Care was established 15 years ago and has built a highly successful business, designing and delivering outstanding purpose built new generation care facilities in desirable village and town locations.
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Warrington interior design business scoops ‘Employer of the Year’ award - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 December 2024 Birchwood-based interior design and fit-out business Claremont has scooped Employer of the Year at the British Council of Offices (BCO) national Next Gen Awards 2024. The annual awards ceremony, which takes place in November each year, recognises the outstanding accomplishments of young professionals in the office sector. The Employer of the Year category celebrates organisations with an
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Hydaheat's underfloor heating: a warm welcome to sustainability - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 December 2024 Hydaheat Ltd.’s Northwest underfloor heating division has experienced remarkable growth this year, cementing its position as a leader in the transition toward sustainable and energy-efficient building solutions. The rising demand for innovative, low-energy heating systems is a testament to the evolving priorities of residential and commercial construction projects. With an increasing emphasis on
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Pupils encouraged to dream big by Redwood Bank volunteers - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 December 2024 Pupils at Dallam Primary School in Warrington have been encouraged to dream big thanks to a National Literacy Trust flagship programme and volunteers from Redwood Bank. The trust’s Words for Work: Dream Big Programme has been created to give children aged from five to seven from disadvantaged areas the literacy skills they need to succeed in life and achieve their aspirations. To support the
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Thousands more North West manufacturers to benefit from Made Smarter after Budget commitment - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 December 2024 Made Smarter Adoption, the UK Government’s programme helping North West SME manufacturers adopt technology and digital skills, is to continue next year as part of a national roll out. The Government has announced in the Autumn Budget on Wednesday, October 30th that it will spend £16m expanding the programme to all nine English regions in 2025-26. The decision means hundreds of thousands more SME
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Housebuilder shares donation with Walton Lea Partnership - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 December 2024 Walton Lea Partnership which supports young people and adults with learning disabilities in Warrington has received funding to support craft sessions. It received a share of Redrow’s £6,000 community fund, linked to Daresbury Garden Village, to purchase craft items and materials that will be used during their sessions held at Walton Hall. The charity creates learning opportunities for young
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Warrington recruiter triumphs at British Recruitment Awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 December 2024 One of the UK’s leading HR and recruitment specialists, Gi Group, which has a branch in Warrington on Dallam Lane, has won two honours at the British Recruitment Awards. Recognised for the development of its ‘This is Me’ Neuro Guide, an initiative designed to foster understanding and collaboration between neurotypical and neurodivergent colleagues, the business has walked away with Innovation of
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New chapter begins as Betfred completes a multimillion-pound refurbishment of headquarters - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 December 2024 Betfred, one of the UK’s leading bookmakers, has officially re-opened its Head Office in Warrington after a multimillion-pound investment. The plaque was officially unveiled by Betfred boss Fred Done, and the Speaker of the House of Commons the Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle. Sir Lindsay Hoyle is also the President of the Rugby Football League. Betfred is the sport’s biggest supporter and the headline
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Local contractor builds community spirit with volunteer programme - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 December 2024 A team of volunteers from Caddick Construction’s Warrington office recently downed tools to support local charity, Community Integrated Care, as part of the business’ Communities Week volunteer programme. The project has seen a team of volunteers from Caddick take time out of their day jobs to join the charity in gardening the communal areas of Bewsey House, a supported living service in
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Orbit Developments welcomes Lovell Homes and Time Finance to Birchwood - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 December 2024 Orbit Developments, known for their commercial property portfolio across the Northwest, are celebrating two significant lettings in Birchwood. Lovell Homes have taken 8,450 sq. ft of office space at Innovation House, Daten Park, while Time Finance PLC have secured 4,799 sq. ft at 1 The Square. Orbit Developments supplies nearly 400,000 sq. ft of office space in Birchwood, contributing to the
Find out moreNuclear industry fuels North West’s future with a boost in Warrington jobs - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 December 2024 The Northern Nuclear Alliance (NNA) has said that Warrington has reinforced its status as a nuclear industry powerhouse, with jobs in the region surging to over 6,700 – the highest level in recent years. The latest figures from the 2024 NIA job map, reveal substantial growth in nuclear sector employment across the Cheshire and Warrington area, with total jobs increasing from 5,838 in 2023 to
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Brand Warrington Business Conference hailed “best yet” - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 December 2024 THE fifth Warrington Business Conference which attracted an audience of around 300 local businesses has been hailed the “best yet.” The event, hosted by Chris Maguire and involving two panels, including the town’s two MPs, Charlotte Nichols and Sarah Hall, took place at Cineworld in Time Square. The theme was “Brand Warrington.” Reflecting on the event last Friday, Warrington Chamber of Commerce
Find out moreWorld first for Warrington's Own Buses in fight against Coronavirus - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 December 2024 WARRINGTON’S Own Buses has become the first bus company in the world to install air cleaning devices across its entire operational fleet to best protect its drivers from the risk of airborne transmission of coronavirus The company has installed 86 AirLabs AirBubbl air cleaning devices in the driver cabins of their buses. The AirBubbl filters more than 95 per cent of airborne viruses and
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Businesses buy i-Pads for St Rocco’s Hospice patients to keep in touch with families - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 December 2024 FOURTEEN local businesses have bought iPads for patients at St Rocco’s Hospice, to help them stay in touch with family during the coronavirus crisis. St Rocco’s was overwhelmed by the response to its ‘14 for 14’ campaign, calling on local businesses to donate an iPad for each of their 14 inpatient beds. The Hospice has recently suspended all visiting, to protect staff and patients from the threat
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Opteven UK bidding to double in size invests in new Warrington space as business gears for growth
05 December 2024 LEADING European provider of automotive and mobility services, Opteven UK, has officially opened its new national headquarters at Birchwood in Warrington as it bids to double in size. The new headquarters marks a significant six-figure investment in one of the most successful business areas in the Northern Powerhouse. The Mayor of Warrington, Councillor Maureen Creaghan, attended Opteven’s
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Business Minister hails success of 3 Pugs Gin Distillery - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 December 2024 BUSINESS Minister Kwasi Kwarteng hailed the success of Penkleth based Gin Distillery 3 Pugs Gin during a visit to Warrington to talk to local businesses about operating during the pandemic. The Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, who was joined by Warrington South MP Andy Carter, was visiting small businesses that will be at the heart of the Covid recovery. They were
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Gulliver’s World raises thousands for bumblebee conservation
05 December 2024 Gulliver’s World has helped raise more than £6,000 for bumblebee conservation after hosting a buzzing #BeeKind Weekend. In total, £6,112 was raised across Gulliver’s four UK theme park resorts for the Bumblebee Conservation Trust. The weekend, which coincided with World Bee Day on May 20, created a real buzz with plenty of brilliant bee-themed adventures. From every ticket sold, £1 has been
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More than 1,800 Warrington based small businesses benefit from grants scheme - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 December 2024 MORE than 1,811 business properties in Warrington have already received grants as part of the Government’s Small Business Grants Scheme to help tackle the COVID-19 crisis. In total, Warrington Borough Council has been provided with £36,552,000, by the government which could help as many as 2,986 businesses in the local area. Warrington South MP Andy Carter has welcomed the government funding
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COVID-19 Face masks and coverings - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 December 2024 CHAMBER members, Warrington based J&K Ross safety wear are supplying face masks and coverings suitable to the mandatory requirement by the government to wear such items when entering shops and other premises. Their aim is to aid and protect both yourselves and others as the country re-opens for business.The J & K Ross Team are health and safety specialists whose prime concern is the safety and
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Warrington maintains its top 10 high street ranking thanks to new market - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 December 2024 WARRINGTON has again defied the national trend and demonstrated a continued, strong performance of its high street and local economy despite the pandemic, according to the latest figures from Centre for Cities. The positive performance of Warrington’s town centre in December has seen the town nestled in the top 10 for both comparative footfall and spend across towns and cities in the country.
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M Group Services completes deal to acquire BGEN - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 December 2024 M Group Services has completed the acquisition of Warrington-headquartered BGEN Ltd and its subsidiaries (“BGEN”), one of the UK’s largest independent technical engineering solutions businesses. BGEN is a leading technical engineering solutions provider offering specialist Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation (MEICA) capabilities. These capabilities support clients in
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Local restaurants Pendergast’s and Vandal awarded silver and bronze at Taste Cheshire Awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 December 2024 Two of Warrington’s town centre restaurants, Pendergast’s Steakhouse and Vandal, have recently been awarded silver and bronze at the Taste Cheshire Awards. Pendergast’s Steakhouse, located at 15 Cairo Street, won a silver award for the Best Large Restaurant and were also finalists for Best Newcomer. Vandal, located at Palmyra Square, received a Silver award for Best Bar and a bronze for Best
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St. Rocco’s Hospice celebrates 40 years in 2025 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 December 2024 St. Rocco’s are celebrating their 40th Anniversary in 2025. For the past 4 decades, the hospice has been supporting the Warrington community, providing care for those with a diagnosis of any non-curable, life-limiting illness. St. Rocco’s focuses on enhancing quality of life – providing comfort, pain management and emotional and spiritual support so that patients can live their remaining days
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Army veteran marches on in career as an engineer - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 December 2024 A woman who served in the British Army for 18 years is advancing in her career as a specialist engineer and is urging others to follow her example. Sarah Luscombe, 36, joined Warrington based building services company B-engineering Group for work experience after returning to Civvy Street and impressed her bosses so much they offered her a permanent role. She qualified as an air-conditioning
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BiSN reaches 500 commercial deployment milestone - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 December 2024 Warrington-based BiSN, the global provider of innovative wel-lok™ sealing solutions, has achieved a significant milestone by reaching 500 commercial deployments of its bismuth-based sealing technology. Demand from operators continues to grow in 2024 with another record setting year in terms of deployments and global growth. It took more than a decade for the first 100 deployments but less than a
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Local engineer scoops graduate accolade - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 December 2024 A Warrington-based engineer is celebrating after being recognised at a prestigious ceremony to honour the very best of engineering construction talent. Toby Highstead, who is a mechanical engineer at Amentum, was named Graduate of the Year at the 12th annual ECI Training and Development Awards. The event, organised by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), brought together
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Hoover, Greenall’s and Eddie Stobart all confirmed for “Brand Warrington” event - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 September 2024 THREE global brands will be appearing at the town’s premier business event on the 11th October with a theme of “Brand Warrington.” The half day Warrington Business Conference will highlight some of the household names that guests might not be aware have a major presence in the town. Whilst Greenall’s have been distilling gin in the borough since 1761, the white goods giant Hoover Candy recently
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Significant milestones at Lymm's MLP Law - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 August 2024 Lymm’s award-winning, privately owned MLP Law is celebrating two significant milestones; it’s 35th anniversary and 10 years under the ownership of managing partner Stephen Attree. As the only law firm to be a member of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter to date, MLP Law is leading the way under Stephen, who acquired the firm in 2014 from the last remaining founding partner, Michael
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New plans launched for a healthier Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
23 August 2024 Warrington Borough Councils public health and growth team, along with partners (NHS, Voluntary sector, local residents) have launched two new strategies aimed at creating a happier, healthier, more active future for local people. The Eat Well, Feel Well strategy aims to make Warrington a place where the healthier choice is the easier choice, so people can stay at or get to a healthy weight. It
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Engineering firm looking to recruit more than 100 skilled people - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
22 August 2024 WARRINGTON-based BGEN, one of the UK’s largest engineering firms supporting the energy transition, is looking to recruit more than 100 skilled craftspeople and engineers across its UK operations. The recruitment drive at the business, which is headquartered on Centre Park in Warrington, follows a number of new contract wins in the industrial space with opportunities across the UK including
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Former Wolves player who built a multi-million pound business gives back to the charity that helped him - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 August 2024 A FORMER Warrington Wolves player who built a multi-million-pound business after receiving a loan from The Prince’s Trust is now an official mentor for the youth charity. Jamie Boyd borrowed £3,000 from The Prince’s Trust to start a same-day courier business after a devastating injury ended his professional rugby career in 2005. Almost two decades later, Today Team now operates nationwide out of
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Award-Winning law firm arrives in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 August 2024 Award-Winning law firm, Bell Lamb & Joynson have celebrated the re-launch of their Warrington Office. A warm welcome was on offer with a champagne reception, delicious cupcakes and plenty of buzz around the newly refurbished premises. The legal team celebrated the re-opening of their office with local property professionals, clients and staff from their various office locations in the North
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Dine Contract Catering makes key senior hires under new MD - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 August 2024 Dine Contract Catering, one of the UK’s leading workplace caterers, has bolstered its senior leadership team following the appointment of Managing Director Nick Haynes. Nick has put together an exceptional leadership team, appointing Linda McAra as Head of Operations, Gemma Evans-Hurley as Head of Culinary and Sophie Beavon as Marketing Manager. The appointments follow a relaunch of the brand,
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What is a Legal Audit and does my business need one? - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 August 2024 As part of Taylor Rose MW’s commitment to supporting business success, John King, Partner & Commercial Solicitor, is offering free legal audit services. These services aim to help business owners identify potential issues that could pose future risks. Safeguarding your business is crucial, and one effective way to do this is through a legal audit. Legal audits are designed to identify areas of
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Taylor Rose MW announces Warrington office relocation - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
15 August 2024 Taylor Rose MW has relocated its Warrington office to The White House, Greenalls Ave, Warrington. This move represents a significant milestone in the relationship between FDR Law (formerly Forshaws Davies Ridgway) and Taylor Rose MW. The White House is a prestigious location that is home to numerous businesses serving the Warrington community. This Grade II listed building retains its
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Access fully funded business support with Digital Cheshire - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
14 August 2024 The Digital Cheshire programme offers businesses access to fully funded digital support through the methods of virtual events and specialist masterclasses hosted in venues local to the area. Warrington Borough Council are one of the four strategic partners making up the Digital Cheshire programme, alongside Halton and Cheshire based Councils. Digital Cheshire have already supported several
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Specialist training provider opens £800,000 facility in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 August 2024 A leading training provider, whose roots in the Northwest go back to 1908, is set to create up to 6 new jobs in Warrington thanks to the opening of a new £800,000 training facility. MRS Training & Rescue is a longstanding health and safety training organisation with more than 120 years of experience. This six-figure investment sees the company expand its presence in the UK by opening its ninth
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New events and festival category for 2025 Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 August 2024 Organisers of the Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards unveiled a new Best Event or Festival category for 2025 as they launched their annual search for the region’s tourism superstars. The prestigious awards celebrate the wide range of visitor economy businesses in Cheshire and Warrington’s and recognise the brilliant people behind them. Tourism contributes £3.41bn to the region’s economy, employs
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Business bank launches market-leading savings bond - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 August 2024 An award-winning specialist business bank has today launched a best-in-class savings bond to boost savers. The new 1 Year Business Savings Bond with an annual rate of 5.20% AER underscores Redwood Bank’s commitment to providing unparalleled value to its business customers. The Savings Bond offers a robust solution for businesses, as well as clubs and charities, looking to optimise their savings
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Warringtonfire’s £24m Birchwood Park site awarded perfect score - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 August 2024 Warringtonfire’s upcoming laboratory at Birchwood Park has been recognised with a Considerate Constructors Bronze Award in partnership with main contractor Tilbury Douglas. Issued by the Considerate Constructors Scheme, the award recognises the efforts of construction sites, organisations, and suppliers who commit to raising both environmental and community social value standards. The Birchwood
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Value-for-money hotel chain takes over Warrington hotel - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 August 2024 EUROPEAN value-for-money hotel chain, B&B Hotels, has taken a further significant step toward fulfilling its ambitious growth plans in the United Kingdom with the takeover of a Warrington hotel and four others in Birmingham, Ipswich, Derby and Inverness. The Warrington acquisition is the former Penta Hotel on the Birchwood Business Park at Risley. All five hotels will undertake a period of light
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Local HR firm wins hat-trick of awards from UK’s Best Workplaces - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 August 2024 LEADING Warrington HR SaaS company, Talos360, has been awarded UK’s Best Medium Workplace for Development 2024 by Great Place to Work. The award is now the third accolade Talos360 has received in the past year from Great Places to Work. This comes hot on the heels of their 2024 Best Workplace in the UK award for which they received the number 1 spot. The Great Place to Work survey revealed
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J&K Ross wins five-year PPE contract with Northern Powergrid - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 August 2024 Warrington-based family business J&K Ross has secured a prestigious five-year contract to supply Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to Northern Powergrid. This achievement follows a successful tender process, demonstrating the company’s capability and competitiveness against larger national firms. Northern Powergrid manages the electricity network for over 8 million people across 3.9 million
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Talos360 marks next major milestone as it partners with LDC
02 August 2024 WARRINGTON-based Talos360, an award-winning provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, has chosen to partner with leading mid-market private equity firm LDC to support the next stage of its growth journey. The company, which was co-founded by Stephen Rundell and Tomas Coulter in 2009, is one of the UK’s fastest growing HR technology providers. Its proprietary recruitment and
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More destinations from LJLA as easyJet announce five new routes for winter 2024 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 August 2024 EasyJet has announced five new routes from Liverpool John Lennon Airport, starting this winter. A new route to Prague will begin three times a week from 28 October, twice a week to Marrakech from 13 November, twice a week to Malta from 10 December, twice a week to Berlin from 14 February 2025 and once a week to Fuerteventura from 19 February 2025. For those looking for winter sun, both
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Local media co-founder made Honorary Freeman - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 August 2024 CO-founder of Warrington Worldwide, David Skentelbery, has been made Honorary Freeman of Warrington at the town’s Parr Hall last night. David is a recognised champion of providing free community news for all, across the current local titles of Warrington Worldwide, Lymm Life and Culcheth Life. David has almost 70 years of local news reporting experience across Warrington. He started his career
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Cheshire and Warrington manufacturers to benefit from Made Smarter's new peer network - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 August 2024 Made Smarter North West has launched a new peer-to-peer network to accelerate digital adoption among SME manufacturers In Cheshire and Warrington. The Digital Champions Network brings together businesses who have engaged with Made Smarter’s adoption programme, including graduates of its Leading Digital Transformation and Leading Change for Digital Champions programmes. The initiative will
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AlphaBiolabs first in the UK to offer blood sample self-collection device for baby gender testing - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 August 2024 WARRINGTON testing lab, AlphaBiolabs, is the first in the UK to offer at-home blood sample self-collection for baby gender testing, using the innovative, fuss-free TinyTAP device. The device, which has never been made available to UK consumers before, makes it possible for expectant parents to collect their own blood sample at home and return it to the laboratory for the purpose of baby gender
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Warrington ranked top 3 in UK for employees and job seekers - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 May 2024 PayrollPrices.com has unveiled its highly anticipated Employee Location Index 2024, a comprehensive study ranking 80 UK towns and cities based on critical factors affecting workers and job-seekers. The report provides valuable insights into where employees can find the best balance of job opportunities, living conditions, and overall well-being. Leading the top locations are Chester, Dudley, and
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Levidian and United Utilities shine a light on biogas to hydrogen pilot - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
22 April 2024 REPRESENTATIVES from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) visited Levidian’s Technology Centre in Cambridge recently, to learn more about the world-first hydrogen project with United Utilities. Levidian and United Utilities are working to decarbonise wastewater treatment by deploying Levidian’s patented LOOP technology to capture carbon and produce graphene and hydrogen from
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DSM Legal completes move to 'heart of the legal community' - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 April 2024 Warrington solicitors DSM Legal, who specialise in drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney as well as HR and employment law for both employers and employees, have completed their move into new offices in Bold Street, in the town centre. Although the firm has been based in Warrington since 2008, Diane Massey, solicitor and director at DSM, says: “Our new office being centrally located and
Find out moreBirchwood Park nuclear engineering consultancy expands into Wales - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 April 2024 BIRCHWOOD Park-based specialist nuclear engineering consultancy firm, Tenet Consultants, has embarked on an exciting strategic move into Wales. Expanding beyond its current offices in Birchwood Park, Warrington and Westlakes Science Park, Cumbria, this decision reflects the growing prominence of Wales as an emerging hub within the nuclear industry. With its rich potential and promising
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A local training and consultancy company meets growth demand with new department and previous student joining the team - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 April 2024 SL Procurement Solutions Limited, offers Procurement and Supply chain (CIPS) training for professionals, along with Consultancy based procurement and procurement activity services to any sector. The CIPS approved Study Centre’s planned growth in the region has come from supporting businesses and professionals locally, with procurement and supply chain development. Growth has surpassed initial
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Standing Tall Foundation on a high with B-engineering Group’s backing - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 April 2024 A charity led by a former soldier who is a triple amputee has received a major boost from Warrington-based building services company B-engineering Group. The Standing Tall Foundation in St Helens is converting a four-bedroomed terraced property in the town into a house of multiple occupation for armed forces veterans in need. B-engineering Group is providing equipment including a boiler,
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Warrington firm wades into Wessex Water flooring challenge - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
15 April 2024 WARRINGTON-based Kemtile, a division of Stonhard, has recently completed the installation of a new hard-wearing and chemically resistant flooring solution for Wessex Water at their Food Hall Facility. The regional water and sewerage business – which serves 2.9 million customers across the south-west of England – had recruited Kemtile to provide a suitable flooring solution for their “food to
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From redundancy to a six-figure financial advisory company - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
15 April 2024 AN ENTREPRENEUR turned hardship into happiness after he was made redundant, as he now owns a successful six-figure financial advisory company in Warrington. Jonathan Causey aged 42, was made redundant by NatWest in 2016 where he worked as a Commercial Specialist Financial Advice Manager with a team of Business, Commercial and Corporate Relationship Managers. Jonathan’s main responsibility was to
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Bank CEO says thank you for ‘amazing work’ of brokers - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 April 2024 The CEO of a specialist business bank paid tribute to the ‘amazing work’ carried out by its broker network at an annual awards night. Gary Wilkinson, CEO and co-founder of Redwood Bank, reflected on a successful year as he hailed the ‘strong relationships’ built with its intermediary network. In his speech at Redwood’s Broker Awards, he said: “This evening is a highlight of the Redwood Bank
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Alcedo Care Group arrives in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 April 2024 FAST-growing, independently-owned and family run home care specialist, Alcedo Care Group, has arrived in Warrington, opening a new branch at Trident Business Park in Birchwood. The new branch represents a £225,000 investment for the home care provider and brings the Group’s total number of offices across the North of England and Wales to 21. The first in Warrington, the new branch will create
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Bents crowned best garden centre for second consecutive year - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 April 2024 BENTS Garden & Home has been announced as Best Destination Garden Centre in the UK for the second year in a run, and 8th in total, that the Garden Centre Association has awarded Bents. The annual GCA Awards are presented following a rigorous annual inspection which covers 230 different quality checks and extensive quality audit which is carried out without warning at all 204 member centres.
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Health and wellbeing during Stress Awareness Month - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 April 2024 We all deserve to enjoy life and feel good about ourselves but sometimes life can be tough! Maintaining good mental health can be a challenge and sometimes we need to rely upon support networks and coping strategies to help us through. In Warrington, our Health and Wellbeing survey highlighted that 30% of respondents reported low emotional wellbeing and 22% were experiencing three or more causes
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PAM Group takes a leap forward with new training academy - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 April 2024 Occupational health and corporate health services provider PAM Group has opened a dedicated training academy to enhance the learning and development of its workforce. The PAM Academy is based on the ground floor of a two-storey building at Mandarin Court in Warrington. The 4,000sq ft building houses client services teams for PAM’s Wellness Solutions division on the first floor alongside the
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Cheshire's Mix 56 takes local radio by storm - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 April 2024 There’s something pretty special happening right here in Warrington. It’s local, it’s lively and it’s proudly stirring the airwaves like a good cup of tea – it’s us, Cheshire’s Mix 56! We’re like that new kid on the block who’s got everyone talking. And here’s the gist. We aim to bring back the cosy feel of local radio. It’s been missing for a while. Feels good to be part of the community,
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New era set to take to the road for electric bus travel - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 April 2024 THE future of zero emissions bus travel in Warrington is almost here – with the town’s new electric bus – in its bright new colours – officially unveiled. The unveiling of the bus – at a special ZEBRA event – provides the first opportunity for people to see the new, yellow vehicle which will soon be brightening up the streets of Warrington, providing greener, cleaner transport for everyone.It
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Celebrating 25 years of Warrington Worldwide and Lymm Life - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 April 2024 APRIL sees Chamber members Orbit News celebrating 25 years since the launch of Warrington Worldwide online – the first independent daily online newspaper in the UK and Lymm Life magazine. Having covered local news as a family business since 1969, the launch of Warrington Worldwide in 1999 was a big step into the unknown during internet revolution and the dot.com bubble burst! The pioneering
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BGEN acquires Radway Control Systems to strengthen its industrial automation offering
03 April 2024 WARRINGTON-headquartered BGEN, a specialist, multi-discipline engineering solutions business, has acquired Radway Control Systems to strengthen its industrial automation offering. The purchase of the business, which includes the trading and certain assets of the company, will support BGEN’s growth ambitions in sectors including renewables and steel, and increase its presence in the automation
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Apprenticeships take-off once again at LJLA - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 February 2024 As the aviation industry continues to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic and Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) sees more passengers and flights once again, the Airport Company is delighted to be able to announce the latest additions to its Apprenticeship Programme by recruiting a further three apprentices. The Apprenticeship Programme is a key part of the Airport’s wider Community Programme
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Taking care of your website - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 February 2024 So, you have a great new company website and it took some time and money to build, not to mention all the effort of getting the text and pictures together to fill it with. Surely that’s enough for a business to be doing? Unfortunately, there are some serious risks associated with launching a website and then doing nothing with it. Neglecting your website diminishes the effectiveness of your
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Jamie hits the right note to secure place in national orchestra - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 February 2024 WHEN he first played the trombone the sound it created struck a chord with Jamie Reid. Now – despite having only picked up the instrument four years ago – the 17-year-old has secured a place in the National Youth Orchestra. It will mean he takes part in three residences alongside some of the UK’s most talented young musicians as well as perform in concerts around the country. “It was the second
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Business started in 2020 now developing an export plan
06 February 2024 Family-run Twisted Wheel Brew Co. launched in April 2020 – at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic – offering modern craft beers to both suppliers and consumers direct. Keen to press on despite the uncertainty the world faced, Managing Director Laura Dearman set up the business alongside her parents and sister, with the aim of creating a truly unique brand that provided quality canned beers. The
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Apprentice joins team at Chamber - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 February 2024 APPRENTICE Carolyne Kasangwa has joined the team at Warrington & Vale Royal Chamber of Commerce to assist with admin. She has joined on an apprenticeship course with Warrington Vale Royal College. Carolyne said: “I chose this course because business is something that has always been on my mind. I find it very intriguing dealing and sorting out clients enquiries and how a business is run. “So
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BiSN opens new manufacturing facility in Perth to expand global operations - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 February 2024 WARRINGTON headquartered BiSN, a leading provider of permanent downhole sealing solutions, has opened a new manufacturing facility in Perth, Western Australia to better serve operators in the region. The facility will radically increase the operational capacity for BiSN in the Asia-Pacific region, creating several local jobs. Located in Perth, the new facility represents a substantial investment
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Warrington charity win Cheshire High Sheriff’s Award for Enterprise 2019 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 February 2024 LOCAL charity Warrington Disability Partnership is celebrating after winning the Cheshire High Sheriff’s Award for Enterprise. More than 300 guests gathered at Chester Racecourse to celebrate the crème de la crème of the region’s business community at the prestigious annual Cheshire High Sheriff’s Awards for Enterprise. Hosted by the High Sheriff of Cheshire, Alexis Redmond MBE, and the
Find out moreSpecialist business bank aiming for six in a row - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 February 2024 A Warrington specialist business bank is aiming to pick up an industry award for an incredible sixth successive year, after being named as a finalist once again. Redwood Bank has won the prize for Best Business Variable Rate Deposit Account Provider at the annual Business Moneyfacts Awards for five years. Gary Wilkinson, CEO and Co-Founder of Redwood Bank, said: “Winning this award for five
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Firethorn Trust expands presence with prime 21.5-acre Morrisons logistics acquisition - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 February 2024 REAL estate investor and developer, Firethorn Trust, has acquired a 21.5-acre logistics asset in Warrington for an undisclosed sum. Located on Hardwick Grange, Woolston, the property comprises three units totalling 432,166 sq ft, of an ambient storage facility, a cold store and ancillary office space. The property is fully let under a long-term lease to the UK supermarket chain, Morrisons, and
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Warrington IT company wins major financial services contract - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 February 2024 Warrington-based Sentis Managed Solutions and Leeds company virtualDCS have triumphed in a joint tender, which has seen the two companies win a major contract to provide a full range of IT services to a leading UK based mortgage lender. This latest contract win comes on the back of Sentis recently expanding into new premises on Museum Street in Warrington town centre, in a former school building
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Brothers snare a pair of Dragons with their Stand Out Socks - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 February 2024 BROTHERS Christian and Ross Laing have successfully snared a pair of dragons to invest in their Warrington-based Stand Out Socks business after appearing on the BBC’s Dragons’ Den. Appearing on the show with Christian’s long time fiancée Natalie Dixon, the team attracted four potential investors, deciding two heads were better than one. They accepted an offer from sock fan Peter Jones, CBE, one
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Warrington home care company celebrates 250th milestone - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 February 2024 CARE company, Home Instead UK, based in Lower Stretton, recently celebrated a key milestone in its history – the opening of its 250th franchise office. The team applauds its dedicated care professionals who over the past 18 years have made it possible for older people to stay living at home and receive the care crucial to their health and wellbeing. The national office team and various Home
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DAF dealer group North West Trucks celebrate the opening of new Warrington dealership - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 November 2023 DAF dealership group, North West Trucks, has officially opened their new their new state-of-the-art site in Warrington. Founded in 1899, North West Trucks is a leading DAF dealership group renowned for its exceptional service and expertise in the commercial vehicle sector, serving customers throughout the North West. The new site is in addition to its existing four dealerships in Huyton,
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State-of-the-art flexible workspace set to open in town - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
31 October 2023 LEADING provider of hybrid working solutions IWG is opening a state-of-the-art flexible HQ workspace in Warrington. The two-floor centre, in Moulders Lane, comes as part of a drive by IWG to meet the rising demand for top class flexible working space in the North West. It will provide space for established firms and start-ups across a range of industries in Warrington while IWG’s Design Your Own
Find out morePam Group swoops for occupational health business in Ireland - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 October 2023 Occupational health and corporate health services provider PAM Group has continued its expansion with the acquisition of a business in Ireland. Warrington-headquartered PAM has acquired Corporate Health Ireland (CHI), which has 100 staff and annual revenues of 11 million euros. CHI, which was established in 1999, provides consultant-led occupational health services across Ireland from clinics in
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Magnavale Warrington celebrates exceptional health and safety standards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 October 2023 MAGNAVALE Warrington, a UK provider of cold storage to the food sector, has been awarded a silver award in the internationally recognised RoSPA Health and Safety Awards. The RoSPA Health and Safety Awards is the largest occupational health and safety awards programme in the UK. Now into its 67th year, the Awards have almost 2,000 entries every year, covering nearly 50 countries and a reach of
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Warrington-based Davanti Tyres launches first ever track tyre - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 October 2023 DAVANTI Tyres, one of the UK’s leading mid-range tyre brands, has developed and launched its first track tyre, the Protoura Race. The latest addition to Davanti’s performance tyre range has been engineered to win, designed to provide unbeatable capability on the track. Its semi-slick tread design provides a combination of excellent dry grip and control in the wet without compromising speed,
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Birchwood Shopping Centre crowned winners of Green Apple environmental award - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 October 2023 BIRCHWOOD Shopping Centre, home to over 40 national and independent retailers, have been crowned winners of the Green Apple Award 2023 for their project ‘Birchwood Goes Back to Basics.” The Green Apple Awards are run by The Green Organisation – an independent, international, non-political, non-profit environment group dedicated to recognising, rewarding and promoting environmental best practice
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Talos360 voted the best medium-sized tech business to work in 2023 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 October 2023 Talos360 has been voted the best medium-sized tech company to work for in the UK, according to a new independent study announced this week. The Warrington-based HR tech company was ranked best overall in the Best Workplace in Tech Awards 2023 in the medium sized category after having been ranked nineth across all business category sectors earlier in the year. Talos360 saw its tech ranking rise
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Kemtile and DDK carry out major renovation for ‘world-class’ food company COOK - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
23 October 2023 WARRINGTON hygienic floor installation specialists Kemtile have worked alongside food manufacturing project management firm DDK, to deliver a major factory renovation to Sittingbourne-based food and drink firm, COOK. Kemtile worked to a strict design brief provided by DDK to deliver a fit-for-purpose food-grade flooring solution and in the process earned acclaim for their work. This was the
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Newly approved regeneration plans to breathe vital new life into Cockhedge Shopping Centre - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 October 2023 PLANS to breathe new life into Warrington’s Cockhedge Centre by demolishing 16 retail units, unlocking land for 900 new homes have been given the green light. Town centre regeneration specialist, Altered Space, has received approval for its plans submitted in January 2023, that aims to breathe vital new life into this popular retail destination, creating employment opportunities and increasing
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Miller Homes makes two senior appointments for its North West region - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 October 2023 MILLER Homes, one of the UK’s leading housebuilders, has announced the appointments of a new Land Director and Commercial Director for its North West region. John Hardy, who assumes the role of Land Director, brings over two decades of invaluable experience to the table. His journey in the housebuilding industry began as a Land Buyer, and over 14 years at Jones Homes UK he progressed through the
Find out moreNew £16 million space at Birchwood Park already fully let - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 October 2023 BIRCHWOOD Park, the North West’s leading out-of-town business destination, has announced that the latest speculative warehouse development is now fully let. Construction work on the £16 million Cavendish warehouse scheme, boasting 153,500 sq. ft in total warehouse space, was completed in May 2023. Designed with a focus on adaptable workspaces, the new Cavendish Warehouse units caters to
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New manager at Grappenhall Manor in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 October 2023 Leading care home operator New Care has appointed Charlotte Sherrocks to the role of home manager at its recently opened Grappenhall Manor care centre on Stockport Road in Grappenhall, Warrington. In her new role as manager, Charlotte takes responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of the home ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered by a warm, friendly and compassionate team
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Homebuilder racks up snacks for recycling homelessness charity - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 October 2023 WARRINGTON-based developer David Wilson Homes North West has gathered a collection of crisp packets for a donation to a homelessness charity which recycles the packets to create survival equipment for the homeless. The sustainable housebuilder’s employees have made the donation of crisp packets to The Crisp Packet Project, as part of its efforts to recycle and support the homeless and vulnerable
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Wealth management firm goes from strength to strength - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 October 2023 Harrington Robertson Wealth Management (HRWM) is a financial advice company established in 2009 by Directors Keith Robertson and Andrew Harrington and based locally in Lymm. The company continues to grow from strength to strength. Since launching HRWM Ltd has experienced great success offering local Independent Financial Advice on; Investments, Pensions, Estate Planning (mitigation of
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Savills introduces element: The epitome of exemplary office space in Birchwood - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 October 2023 Element, a 39,150 sq ft prime office space being marketed by Savills, has undergone a significant remodelling to transform into a luxury best-in-class premises hosting fantastic amenities and with excellent transport links. The meticulously crafted office space provides an unparalleled environment for businesses seeking an excellent location to grow and thrive. Spread across three floors, the
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DV8 Designs appointed as Concept Designers for hospitality at iconic Eckersley Mills site - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 October 2023 BIRCHWOOD based DV8 Designs has been appointed by property development and investment company the Heaton Group to consult on and deliver a concept design for a food hall at the iconic Eckersley Mills £200m regeneration and transformative project. Working alongside their master planning architectural practice, Manchester based Horizon | fletcher-rae, the brief to DV8 was to design an economically
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Manor Road Tennis Club launches new home with special VIP open day - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 October 2023 MANOR Road Tennis Club (MRTC) launched its new home in Lymm Rugby Club’s Walled Garden with a celebratory opening ceremony. Dignitaries, VIPs, club members, guests, sponsors and the media from south Cheshire enjoyed an Open Day of celebration as the new facilities were showcased. The courts were officially opened by the Mayor of Warrington Cllr. Steve Wright, who is pictured above practicing his
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BiSN awarded ISO 9001 certification for Quality Management Systems - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 October 2023 WARRINGTON-based BiSN, a leading provider of permanent downhole sealing solutions, has been awarded the ISO 9001 Certification for Quality Management Systems by the British Standards Institution (BSI). This internationally recognized standard for quality management underscores BiSN’s unwavering commitment to delivering superior products and services to its valued customers while adhering to the
Find out moreAnnual Warrington Business Conference bigger and better than ever - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 October 2023 THE fourth Warrington Business Conference saw more than 200 attendees gather at Time Square to network with and hear from a range of community and business leaders. Fast becoming an annual highlight for Warrington businesses and economic leaders, the theme of this year’s conference – maximising performance – discussed how people and processes can be supported to ensure Warrington continues to
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United Utilities welcomes 80 new starters - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 October 2023 WATER company United Utilities has welcomed 80 new starters at an induction session at their Lingley Mere headquarters in Warrington. The group – made up of 34 graduates and 46 apprentices – then went on a five-day residential with the Outward Bound Trust where they will take on team building, problem solving and leadership challenges. All graduates undertake a tailored programme to provide them
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Key appointment at Warrington theme park
25 September 2023 Gulliver’s World has strengthened its leadership team after appointing a new resort director to oversee the Warrington theme park resort. Craig Clews, 41, from Preston, joins Gulliver’s from Blackpool Pleasure Beach, where he was assistant operations director. He previously worked at Crealy Theme Park and Resort in Devon, including as assistant general manager, and as a Thomson Holiday rep in
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United Utilities achieves record renewable energy generation
25 September 2023 WARRINGTON-based United Utilities has had a record year for generating its own renewable energy in-house, helping protect its water customers from rising power costs. The North West water company generated a record 210 GWh of renewable energy in 2021/22, equivalent to 26 per cent of the company’s total electricity consumption. In addition, it published in its 2021/22 Annual Report last week,
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American Golf purchases High Legh Golf Club for £2.7m - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 September 2023 WARRINGTON-based American Golf, has purchased High Legh Park Golf Club in a £2.7m deal, marking the first time the retailer has owned an entire golf complex. A retail outlet, golf courses, conference and event facilities and a food and beverage offering are included in the complex. The latest of many significant site investments for American Golf in the last six months, the business recently
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Warrington security firm bolsters service with new senior hire
25 September 2023 WARRINGTON-based security firm, CDX Security has appointed a new Group Sales Manager as part of its ambitious growth plans for the new financial year. John Welch joins the team to expand the firm’s service offering within the construction and housing sectors, following a successful 2021. An experienced business development and sales professional, John has more than 20 years’ experience working
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Multiple award nominations for Blue Whale Media
25 September 2023 BIRCHWOOD based digital agency Blue Whale Media has received multiple award nominations from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and North West Family Business Community. The first award Nomination came from the FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards, within the category Digital / Ecommerce Business of the year for the North West. This was the first-ever nomination for Blue Whale Media,
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Cheshire and Warrington Pledge Careers and Education Fair - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 September 2023 THE Cheshire and Warrington Pledge Careers and Education Fair comes to Warrington on 11th October. Organisers are looking for exhibitors to represent the wide range of sectors and opportunities available within Cheshire and Warrington: • Employers – across all sectors, showcasing small and big businesses and uniformed services • Charities and youth groups – also great to recruit volunteers for
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United Utilities scoops top health and safety award - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 September 2023 United Utilities has scooped a prestigious award for consistently demonstrating its commitment to health and safety excellence for more than a decade. The water company has been given the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) President’s Award in recognition of 11 consecutive years of achieving gold status. United Utilities has a company-wide ‘Home safe and well’ approach, which
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ITI Group to install safety monitoring systems at Hinkley Point C - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
31 August 2023 As the construction of Hinkley Point C progresses, ITI Group has been selected to provide a critical monitoring system that will be an important enabler for the beginning of site installation and commissioning works. ITI Group’s SCADA system and Network Engineering works for the Temporary Control Room will monitor the internal working environment of the electrical buildings and turbine halls,
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Bumper year for corporate finance advisers Cleveland Scott - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 August 2023 The team at corporate finance boutique Cleveland Scott are toasting a record 12-month period after advising on deals with a total value of over £60m. Among the highlights of the year to June was the management buyout of language services provider The Translation People, backed by Mobeus Equity Partners. Cleveland Scott co-founder and joint managing director Tim Scott introduced Mobeus to the
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MP visits Wiltshire Farm Foods to discuss government’s proposed packaging legislations - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
29 August 2023 AT a recent visit to local home meals delivery company Wiltshire Farm Foods, Warrington North MP Charlotte Nichols listened to concerns shared by the company that consumers will be bearing the brunt of pending legislation with increased costs, at a time when they can ill afford it. The Government plans to introduce new regulations for what is called “extended producer responsibility” (EPR), to
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Costa Coffee welcomes customers with new drive thru store in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
29 August 2023 COSTA Coffee has officially opened a new modern drive thru store in Warrington, based on the Omega South site at Fortress Boulevard, Burtonwood and Westbrook. The new store, which opened earlier this year, offers customers a bright, modern, and uplifting environment, perfect for those morning meet ups or afternoon escapes. Fresh features can be found throughout, including digital menu boards and
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BiSN collaborates with Sasol Mozambique for future rigless plug and abandonment operations - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
29 August 2023 WARRINGTON-based BiSN, a leading provider of permanent downhole sealing solutions, has partnered with major operator Sasol in Mozambique to successfully qualify the effectiveness of Wel-lok™ technology for future rigless plug and abandonment and intervention operations. The collaboration aimed to establish the viability of using BiSN alloy via perforations to achieve rock-to-rock sealing and
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New Chair appointed to lead Healthwatch Warrington
12 July 2023 HEALTHWATCH Warrington is excited to introduce Gary Skentelbery as new Chair and of the Healthwatch Warrington Advisory Board. Healthwatch Warrington is an independent organisation set up to champion the views of patients and social care users in Warrington, with the goal of making services better and improving health and wellbeing. The Board is made up of volunteers that share the
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J&K Ross appoint new business development manager - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 July 2023 J&K ROSS are delighted to announce the new appointment of Paul Jones who takes up the roll of Business Development manager. Paul will report directly to Neil Wilcock (Managing Director), his appointment underscores the growth plans that are in place at J&K Ross Ltd . Following an education at Bridgewater High School Paul joined J&K Ross in 1993 to begin his career in the PPE industry, keen to
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Top employment lawyer takes up role at Warrington Disability Partnership
11 July 2023 A top North West lawyer has been appointed as a non-executive director of Warrington Disability Partnership (WDP), a user led charity helping disabled people, their families and carers. Adam Haines, Employment Law Partner at Aaron & Partners , has been appointed to the role at WDP , whose aim is to relieve the needs of disabled people across England and Wales by providing mobility and
Find out moreBank CEO commits to reducing 'stress and anxiety' for SMEs - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
29 June 2023 SPECIALIST business bank is extending its support to businesses looking for longer-term financial stability with the launch of a ‘limited edition’ five-year fixed rate mortgage. Redwood Bank is adding the new product to its existing two-and three-year fixed rate mortgages that were introduced last year. Gary Wilkinson, co-founder and CEO, said: “We pride ourselves on supporting British
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Tilia Homes Northern appoints new technical team lead - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 June 2023 WARRINGTON-headquartered Tilia Homes Northern has appointed Chris Whyte to lead its growing technical team. With more than 15 years’ experience in construction and technical engineering, Whyte brings a broad portfolio of skills and expertise to the Warrington-based homebuilder. Whyte joins from Morris Homes where he was for five years, leaving as Technical Director and Taylor Wimpey before that.
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Bents donates over £23k to charity - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 June 2023 AS Bents Garden & Home welcomes the Motor Neurone Disease Association as its new charity of the year, it has also announced a fantastic amount raised during 2022 and has presented Manchester Mind with a cheque for £23,500.00 Customers and colleagues have once again shown enormous generosity in helping Bents raise an incredible amount for its 2022 Charity of the Year, money which will help this
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Jet2 launch flights and holidays from new base at Liverpool John Lennon Airport - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 June 2023 Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced that Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) will become their newest base, with flights and holidays departing Liverpool from Summer 2024. The UK’s largest tour operator and third largest airline have today put 20 sunshine destinations on sale for Summer 24 from Liverpool John Lennon Airport, in response to enormous demand from customers and independent
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Warrington bank makes it five out of five at industry awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
23 June 2023 A Warrington specialist business bank is celebrating after winning a key industry award for the fifth successive year. Redwood Bank picked up the Business Moneyfacts trophy for Best Business Variable Rate Deposit Account Provider at a glittering London ceremony. The Bank, which celebrated its fifth anniversary in 2022, has collected the accolade every year since its launch. Gary Wilkinson,
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United Utilities opens 18 internships in roles from water quality to digital marketing - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
22 June 2023 WARRINGTON-headquartered United Utilities has opened up applications for its 2023 internships, with 18 positions available. The internships, which include 3-month placements starting in July and 12-month placements starting in September, cover everything from land management and water quality, to engineering and digital marketing. They are open to students in the second or third year of their
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New milestones for Torus as Repairs and Maintenance contract begins - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 June 2023 LEADING North West housing Group, Torus, is launching its new Repairs and Maintenance contract, which will see trusted contractors, HMS and Sovini Property Services help to manage and maintain its 40,000 homes. Worth £1.2 billion, the contract will see the Group further invest in its existing housing stock and leverage the services of experienced, award-winning local contractors to complete a
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Villafont Concierge appoints lifestyle manager at Minerva Place - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 June 2023 Villafont Concierge, part of The McGoff Group, has appointed Timperley’s Helen Murphy to the role of lifestyle manager at Minerva Place in Lymm. With the development fully complete, Helen’s first task will be helping purchasers settle into their new home, familiarising themselves with their new surroundings; their individual apartments and the wider building and communal areas. As the community
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Laboratories in Warrington to have major role in robotics research - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 June 2023 LABORATORIES in Warrington will play a major role in research into the future of robotics it has been revealed. Global nuclear engineering giant Jacobs and the University of Manchester are to create a new international research center to develop robotics and autonomous systems that will play a key role in climate response. The Centre for Robotic Autonomy in Demanding and Long-lasting
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Warrington business among those recognised for Made Smarter digital transformation award - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 June 2023 WARRINGTON-based IoT Horizon were among two Cheshire businesses to be the first recipients of the Made Smarter Awards, which celebrate excellence in manufacturing. The scheme has been launched to mark the fourth anniversary of the pioneering Made Smarter adoption programme, a government-funded and industry-led initiative helping SME manufacturers digitalise, decarbonise and drive growth. 158
Find out morePam Group launches recruitment drive for 100 new staff to meet growing demand - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
15 June 2023 Occupational health and wellbeing specialist PAM Group has launched a recruitment drive for 100 new staff to meet increasing demand for its services and to facilitate further growth as part of an ambitious expansion strategy. The roles are being created across the group’s operations, including clinicians, managers, client services and sales. Founder and chief executive James Murphy said PAM is
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Mayor of Warrington opens second care facility for New Care - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
14 June 2023 IN one of her last engagements before her term of office ends, the Mayor of Warrington, Councillor Jean Flaherty, officially opened Grappenhall Manor, the £11million new state-of-the-art care centre on Stockport Road in Grappenhall. Late last year Councillor Flaherty was invited to open Statham Manor in Lymm, New Care’s first care centre in the borough of Warrington, seeing first hand the
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CreativeHut win company of the year at the BETT Awards 2023 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 June 2023 WARRINGTON creative and educational resourses provider, CreativeHUT, has won a prestigious BETT award for Company of the Year. The BETT Awards are recognised as one of the most prestigious awards in the education technology industry. They celebrate the creativity and innovation that is transforming education and are judged by a panel of experts from the education and technology sectors. The
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Certas Energy accelerates growth in renewables sector with latest acquisition - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 June 2023 WARRINGTON-based fuel and lubricants distributor, Certas Energy, has expanded its presence in the renewable energy sector with the acquisition of Hafod Renewable Energy. Corporate finance firm Cleveland Scott – another Warrington based firm – advised Hafod Renewable Energy on the sale. Financial details of the transaction have not been disclosed. Hafod is the second major investment made by
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Ansell Lighting achieves first ever King’s Award for Enterprise - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 June 2023 WARRINGTON-based lighting manufacturer Ansell Lighting has been honoured with the first ever King’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation. Ansell, based on Stonecross Industrial Park in Warrington, is one of 148 organisations nationally to receive with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise and has been recognised for its excellence in the Innovation category for its patented Panel Pod product.
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Warrington entrepreneur launches new business to make buying pets online safer - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 June 2023 WARRINGTON entrepreneur, Felix Robinson together with her son, Tom have set up a business to make the buying of dogs online safer. The welfare of the public and animals is not the top priority when it comes to purchasing pets and the need for a solution has now become urgent. Felix, who has previously worked in the skincare industry and prior to this, was a representative for Snowboarding for
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“Topping out” at Warrington’s Kingsway House - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 June 2023 CELEBRATING “topping out” at its biggest refurbishment project to date, HMS has officially hit new heights at Kingsway House in Warrington. Signifying a landmark milestone in the redevelopment of the 8-storey apartment block, the team has completely transformed the outdated 1960s building, culminating in the renovation of the roof. Marking a £5 million investment by Torus in the creation of 53
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Partnerships key to success as Property Review celebrates 25th anniversary - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 June 2023 AS it celebrated its 25th anniversary the annual Warrington Property Review heard how despite challenging times, the town continued to attract £200m of investment a year over the past 10 years. Business leaders from across the town and further afield gathered at the “sell-out” event at the Park Royal Hotel to hear how there had been £2 billion worth of public and private sector investment in
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Warrington haulage firm signs five-year contract with home delivery specialist - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 June 2023 WARRINGTON-based Mark Thompson Transport, part of Kinaxia Logistics, has agreed a five-year contract to provide all domestic linehaul and trunking services for two-person home delivery specialist ArrowXL. ArrowXL, which has its headquarters in Wigan and further sites at Worcester, Airdrie, Carrickfergus and Enfield, delivers more than two million customer orders a year for retailers, ecommerce
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Redwood Bank signs sponsorship deal with Warrington rugby league giants - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 May 2023 A specialist business bank’s logo will be proudly displayed on the sleeves of a Super League rugby side when the new season kicks off. Redwood Bank has signed a two-year deal with Warrington Wolves, as the club aims to improve on its 11th position in the last campaign. Gary Wilkinson, CEO and Co-Founder of the Warrington-based bank, said: “We couldn’t be more delighted to agree this sponsorship
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Local companies show support for young karting prospect - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 May 2023 LOCAL businesses are helping Warrington youngster Luca Narraway live life in the fast lane. Now Luca who started karting in 2018 aged just 5 years old, is on the lookout for more sponsorship as he sets his sights on racing in Europe later this year. He has already secured the backing of Warrington businesses Real5networking, Radio Warrington and the Staffing Experts. His dad Lee made the mistake
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Warrington manufacturers urged to apply for fully funded fast-track digital leadership programme - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 May 2023 Made Smarter has launched a new fast-track leadership programme to help Warrington SME manufacturers accelerate their digital transformation. In just three months, the ‘Leading Digital Transformation’ programme will turn participants into digitally-informed, empowered leaders, armed with a bespoke digitalisation strategy. The funded solution has been designed by Made Smarter’s North West
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Langtree out on the grid for Warrington Youth Zone - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
28 April 2023 A TEAM of budding Lewis Hamilton’s from Warrington-headquartered property company, Langtree, has taken to the track to mark its support for Warrington Youth Zone – almost a year after the popular facility opened its doors. Eighteen drivers faced off on the grid at Teamsport’s Warrington Go-Karting racetrack on Slutchers Lane in a team-building event come mini-fundraiser. The team raised £500
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Warrington oil and gas technology provider’s ongoing benefits of P&A campaign success - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 April 2023 WARRINGTON-based BiSN, a leading supplier of downhole sealing solutions to the global oil and gas industry, recently caught up with representatives from Aker BP regarding the successful 30-well Plug and Abandon (P&A) campaign conducted in the Valhall oilfield in 2020. Extensive testing over the past two years reveals that BiSN’s Wel-lok™ technology has delivered as promised. Technology paves way
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KDM Group gets BM Trada seal of approval on manufactured fire doors - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 April 2023 Since the Grenfell Towers disaster, we have seen much-needed changes to regulations and a drive for certification to show that manufactured & installed construction products are fit for purpose, fire doors being one of them. With more stringent tender requirements and requests for certification, KDM wanted to close the loop and provide our customer base with the additional peace of mind that KDM
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MM Creative Solutions 1 day Bid Bootcamp - Warrington Chamber of Commerce MM Creative Solutions 1 day Bid Bootcamp
25 April 2023 Want to be better prepared to tackle your next bid? Book a place at the MM Creative Solutions 1 day Bid Bootcamp. The course will run on Thursday 20 September, at Birchwood Park, Warrington. Places will be limited for this small group training. Visit here: https://bit.ly/2KwWT2H to view the planned syllabus. To sign up at the special introductory rate, please visit: https://bit.ly/2tOyJ9B Or
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Housebuilder makes a splash with sponsorship of Warrington Swimming Club - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
25 April 2023 HOUSEBUILDER David Wilson Homes has sponsored the training kit of the Warriors of Warrington Swimming Club to help ease the costs of its resources. Established by a group of parents in 1972, the Warriors of Warrington Swimming Club is a competitive club with over 200 members aged six and upwards. The club caters its training to all skill levels, starting from basic skill development to those
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Optician on mission to be more eco-friendly - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 April 2023 MASKELL + Josephson the Optometrists are on a mission to be more eco-friendly. They are working with multi-award lens company Shamir to be one of the regions only suppliers of Metaform lens technology. This cutting edge science has led to lenses that are not only thinner, stronger, and safer than ever before, but also can be produced using less water, less energy, and fewer chemicals. They’re
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Use your industry knowledge to tutor the next generation in your spare time
24 April 2023 National training provider, Learning Curve Group (LCG), are contracting associate tutors to mark learners’ work online. LCG is looking for people with vocational expertise acquired through brilliant careers to pass their knowledge on to beginners in the subject. If this sounds like you and you like the sound of earning extra income whilst helping to transform lives through learning, an associate
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Disability Awareness Day 30th anniversary event set to go-ahead - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 April 2023 SUBJECT to COVID-19 restrictions being lifted as planned the 30th anniversary of Warrington Disability Awareness Day is set to go-ahead in September. After closely monitoring updates on guidance relating to the COVID-19 pandemic the organising team behind the UK’s largest voluntary led pan-disability exhibition have announced that the event at Walton Hall & Gardens will go ahead. Event
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University’s 500th police apprentice set to go out on the beat - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 April 2023 THE University of Chester is celebrating a landmark in its Degree Apprenticeship programme- with its 500th police apprentice at their Warrington campus. Joseph Tilston is one of 58 Cheshire Constabulary Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship students studying with the Institute of Policing on the University’s Warrington Campus. Having started in the last academic term, he is already preparing to
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Global brand opens third office space at Birchwood Park - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 April 2023 BIRCHWOOD Park has announced that multinational home appliances and consumer electronics company, Haier, has expanded its presence on the park further with its state-of-the-art training activation centre. Haier Europe has been manufacturing highly customisable, tailor-made home and kitchen appliances for over 30 years, and includes brands such as Candy, Hoover and GE Appliances within its
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Customers and colleagues help water company raise £52,000 for Macmillan - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 April 2023 CUSTOMERS and colleagues have helped Warrington-based United Utilities to raise £52,000 for Macmillan in the last 12 months. Tough Mudder, rowing and cycling challenges are just some of the ways that the water company’s colleagues have helped to raise the cash. Customers have also contributed this year through the company’s Get Water fit app. Macmillan has been United Utilities’ charity partner
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Sensational night of dance raises over £61,000 for St. Rocco's! - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 April 2023 WARRINGTON Chamber Director Keith Robertson put on his dancing shoes to take part in the annual Strictly St Rocco’s event – which raised a staggering £61,000 for the local charity. It was billed to be a night of sass, sparkle and sequins and it certainly didn’t disappoint! Strictly St. Rocco’s 2018, sponsored by Rybrook Jaguar, burst onto the dance floor at the Mere Golf Resort & Spa before
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Local firm fly in to top three percent of UK security companies
20 April 2023 FAMILY-run security firm, CDX Security Group recently landed a spot in the top three percent of the sector’s UK firms, following a successful audit from the Security Industry Authority (SIA). The Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS), commissioned by the SIA, aims to protect the public and employees within the security industry through a framework that sets, improves, and monitors operating
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Sellafield contract gives £250m boost to the northern economy - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 April 2023 TWO north west companies have won a share of a £249m contract to supply steelwork to Sellafield. Severfield Nuclear and Infrastructure and William Hare have been appointed key delivery partners with the Sellafield Programme and Project Partners (PPP.) The 17-year framework will see the Bolton and Bury based firms provide steelwork to major projects on the Cumbrian nuclear site. Sellafield is one
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Local caring superstar lends a healing hand - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 April 2023 A care professional from local home care company Home Instead Warrington and Lymm has proved the benefits of drawing on her background in yoga and meditation to enhance the wellbeing of her clients in helping them to relax and stay calm. When she started working at Home Instead Warrington and Lymm in November, Kerry had a bright idea to draw on the techniques and her passion for yoga into her
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Warrington gym raises funds for two defibrillators - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 April 2023 CrossFit Warrington based at Kingsland Grange has succesfully raised enough money to install two new defibrillators in the community. Owners Sarah Lunn and Sian Edwards initially set out to raise £1,000 for the vital equipment on their JustGiving page, with donations coming from local business owners within Kingsland Grange, the local area and their very generous members. Their efforts were
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Launch of iconic building ‘The Hive WA1’ offering flexible office solutions - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 April 2023 ONE of Warrington’s most iconic buildings in the heart of the town centre has been redeveloped into ‘The Hive WA1,’ offering flexible office solutions above a new shopping arcade. Home to Nectar Co-working space, this new hub, in the historic former Co-op building on Sankey Street, offers businesses a range of flexible office solutions with options for open workspace, temporary offices from 2-16
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All-electric bus fleet will arrive next year – one of biggest in the UK - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
14 April 2023 TOWN Hall chiefs at Warrington have given the green light to proposals that will result in the town having an all-electric bus fleet next year. The council’s cabinet has approved to amended plans for the town’s Zero Emission Bus Regional Area (ZEBRA) scheme. This means the council can now move ahead with the project to replace Warrington’s Own Buses’ entire fleet of buses with electric vehicles.
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Four new lettings following refurbishment at Taylor Business Park - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 April 2023 FOUR new lettings have been announced at Taylor Business Park at Risley, Warrington, including new offices for Cancer Research UK. The new lettings total over 57,700 sq ft of space following a comprehensive refurbishment programme. McQueens Dairies has leased a 19,022 sq ft unit at Taylor Business Park, with other units being let to Cancer Research UK (12,818 sq ft), civil engineers Amco Giffen
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United Utilities graduates tackle key water sector issues through CEO Challenge 2023 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 April 2023 GRADUATES at Warrington-based United Utilities have begun their endeavours for this year’s CEO Challenge, with the aim of tackling some of the water sector’s key issues. The challenge gives five groups of graduates a problem each to investigate over the course of the year. Working with United Utilities colleagues and external partners, it encourages them to use their skills and learning to find
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Industry chiefs welcome Government’s £20 billion investment in low carbon technology - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 April 2023 CLARE Hayward, chairman of the Cheshire and Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership, has welcomed the Government’s £20 billion commitment in carbon capture and storage technology. She said: “We are absolutely delighted by the Government’s commitment in carbon capture and storage technology. “This is a huge vote of confidence in the decarbonisation of industry. “Cheshire and Warrington have
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Mark Thompson takes chairman’s role at company he founded - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 April 2023 MARK Thompson – founder of Warrington-based Mark Thompson Transport (MTT) – has become chairman of the company as part of a strengthening of the senior management team at parent company Kinaxia Logistics. A series of key appoints have been made as Kinaxia positions itself for the next phase of its ambitious growth plans. Richard Smith has joined Kinaxia as managing director of the groups Primary
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Kemtile brings single source hygienic flooring expertise to Foodex 2023 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 April 2023 WARRINGTON-based Kemtile, one of the UK’s leading specifiers, manufacturers and installers of hygiene flooring and specialist drainage solutions, will be exhibiting at Foodex Manufacturing Solutions, the UK’s premier trade event for the food and drink processing, packaging and logistics industries. From 24-26th April 2023 at NEC Birmingham, on stand G49, Kemtile will showcase their
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Specialist business bank celebrates broker partnerships with return of awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 April 2023 The “special relationship” between a leading specialist business bank and its brokers has been cemented and celebrated with the return of an awards ceremony. Redwood Bank, which has offices in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, and Warrington, hosted its 2023 Broker Awards in Birmingham to recognise the importance of partnership working. Real Property Finance picked up the top prize of Broker of the
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Entire town of Warrington among winners of Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 April 2023 THE whole town of Warrington was given a special recognition award at the Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards 2022/23. The awards recognise excellence and outstanding achievement by local businesses and individuals working in Cheshire’s fantastic visitor economy. At a glittering ceremony at Warrington’s Halliwell Jones Stadium, the winners in 17 categories were unveiled in front of around 250
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Sky is the limit for DV8 Designs - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 April 2023 WARRINGTON based concept design specialists, DV8 Designs, have once again been appointed to work with Aspire Airport Lounges, following a series of successful rebrand openings of the prestigious airport lounge brand, owned by Swissport. Aspire lounges offer space and amenities that ensure each visit is a rewarding and relaxing experience. The team at DV8 Designs worked alongside the Aspire brand
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Bents crowned best garden centre in the UK - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 April 2023 Bents Garden & Home has been announced as the winner of the GCA’s Destination Garden Centre of the Year 2023 award, a title which recognises Bents as being the best large garden centre in the UK. Bents were presented with the title by the Garden Centre Association (GCA) at a prestigious award ceremony held in Blackburn, and following an intensive annual audit, which records scores from over 200
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Managing Director Role, Marketing Cheshire - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
16 March 2023 Managing Director, Marketing Cheshire £Competitive Cheshire and North West UK Marketing Cheshire is the Destination Management Organisation (DMO) for Cheshire and Warrington and is a wholly owned part of the sub-region’s Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). It is responsible for building an effective tourism and place marketing strategy, promoting the sub-region nationally and internationally
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Park Royal Hotel wins Best Venue Customer Service Award - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 March 2023 The Park Royal Hotel in Warrington has been awarded the ‘Best Venue Customer Service’ award at the National Venue Awards 2018. The award was made after a panel of industry experts recognised the hotel’s commitment to customer satisfaction. The National Venue Awards ceremony is a celebration of the diversity and versatility displayed by the UK venues sector. The Park Royal faced competition from
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Primas Law continues to expand its employment law team
10 March 2023 WARRINGTON-based legal practice, Primas Law, is continuing to expand its employment law offering with two new appointments. The practice, which recently announced its move into Liverpool, has seen rapid growth in its employment law services with new clients joining the roster across a range of sectors. Just seven months after appointing its new Head of Department, David Walton, and nationally
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Council Chief Exec thanks Warrington bank for ‘helping to rebalance economy’
11 December 2022 A Warrington specialist business bank, celebrating its fifth anniversary, has pledged to continue investing in its people and customers as it targets the next five years. Redwood Bank, which achieved profitability for the first time in 2021, believes its approach is exactly what British SMEs want and need. The Bank has loaned more than £155million to people and properties in Warrington and the
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Flexible workspace set to open at Daresbury Park
10 December 2022 A NEW Regus flexible workspace is opening on the key business development site, Daresbury Park, near Warrington. The space will provide 11,000 sq. ft of shared hybrid working space for customers in a convenient and accessible location – ideal for local residents seeking a better work-life balance, but also close to the M6 and M56 for workers on the move. IWG’s new Regus Daresbury Park will open
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Warrington digital twin helps explore the pathways to net-zero
08 December 2022 AS part of the Innovate UK-funded project REWIRE, a virtual ‘digital twin’ of Warrington has been created to help identify the energy, carbon and cost-efficiency measures required across the town’s buildings and energy systems to deliver a net-zero future. The project to identify the data-informed pathways to net-zero was led by charity Pure Leapfrog with input from Warrington Borough Council.
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United Utilities welcomes 88 apprentices and graduates as class of 2022
06 December 2022 WARRINGTON-based United Utilities has welcomed its class of 2022, with 88 apprentices and graduates starting roles with the region’s water company this month – the biggest group the company has had for a single intake. The new employees, 59 apprentices and 29 graduates, were welcomed to the business at a special induction day in Haydock, where they got to know each other and find out more about
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Warrington industrial unit let at record rent at Gateway 49 Trade Park
05 December 2022 A new-build trade unit developed by Network Space Investments in the heart of Warrington has been let at a record rent at the Gateway 49 Trade Park. The 5,100 sq ft unit was let within a month of practical completion at a headline rental of £15 per sq ft, a record rent for the estate and wider Warrington market. B8 Real Estate acted as sole letting agent for estate owner Network Space
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BGEN outlines commitment to recruit, retain and support more female employees
04 December 2022 WARRINGTON-headquartered BGEN, a specialist in multi-discipline engineering solutions, has outlined plans to support the recruitment and retention of female employees across the business. Central to the company’s commitment is the creation of a women’s forum to drive meaningful change across the business. At the same time, the company has launched enhanced adoption, maternity, and shared
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Health screening venture launches at Sci-Tech Daresbury with over £1m investment
03 December 2022 A NEW diagnostic health screening venture has been established at Daresbury science and innovation campus with an initial investment of more than £1m. Sankey Biolabs based at The Innovation Centre at Sci-Tech Daresbury, is headed by laboratory manager Frank Whitfield, who leads a team of biomedical scientists and support staff. New staff will be recruited as demand grows. The Sankey Biolabs
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Foreign Exchange traders expand to Birchwood Park
02 December 2022 Birchwood Park, the north west’s largest out-of-town business destination, is delighted to welcome FX Cartel to the park. BE Group and JLL were the acting agents for Birchwood Park. FX Cartel provides education and training to those working in the foreign exchange trading space (also known as FX trading), which involves the conversion of one currency into another. FX is one of the most actively
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Decorated shoes help homeless put best foot forward with mental health
01 December 2022 A group of homeless people in Warrington are choosing to express themselves through the power of art and creativity. Residents at The Salvation Army’s Lifehouse (hostel) in Warrington have picked up their paint brushes, and unintentionally also their confidence, and have created a range of decorated shoes in a bid to boost their mental health, using art as therapy. James Lee House, located on
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Festive fun for all the family at Bents
01 December 2022 THE displays are open, Father Christmas has arrived and the festive season is in full flow at Bents Garden & Home at Glazebury where there’s lots more festive fun still to come. Father Christmas’s Chief Elf is hosting a number of Tiny Tot Parties especially planned for little ones aged between 1-4. Featuring Christmas craft activities, musical instruments, dancing, stories and songs, Bents’
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£5k lighting make-over up for grabs for community projects
24 November 2022 WARRINGTON-based lighting company, Ansell Lighting is calling on local communities to nominate projects whose facilities would benefit from a top-of-the-range lighting make-over. Communities across the country are being invited to put their local projects in the spotlight – and win a £5,000 lighting installation to improve their facilities. The leading lighting manufacturer has launched the
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Tohealth’s new DNA and epigenetics testing venture wins top award
05 October 2022 A new health screening venture aimed at improving employee wellbeing and reducing workplace absenteeism has won a national accolade. The DNA and epigenetics testing service launched earlier this year by ToHealth, a division of preventative healthcare specialist PAM Group, was named Wellbeing Initiative of the Year at the Workplace Savings and Benefits Awards. The awards, now in their 10th year,
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Law firm appoints new partner to lead its commercial team
15 September 2022 WARRINGTON commercial law firm, Primas Law, has appointed a new commercial partner as it continues to deliver its bold growth plans for the year. Rory O’Hare joins the firm as a specialist commercial and non-contentious intellectual property lawyer, adding to the firm’s extensive expertise in this area. Rory’s work includes advising clients on a range of areas including IP exploitation and brand
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Warrington security firm launches new aviation division
14 September 2022 WARRINGTON-based security firm CDX Security has announced the launch of a new division, CDX Aviation’, in response to soaring demand for airport security services. The firm, which already has significant experience operating within regional airports, has launched CDX Aviation to further expand its portfolio within the aviation sector as part of wider strategic plans and ambitions for the
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A new way for employers to support employees through the cost-of-living crisis
31 August 2022 As the impact of the cost-of-living crisis is increasingly being felt, David Brown, founder and CEO of Hi, believes employers should look at new approaches to the traditional monthly payroll cycle to help employees. With inflation expected to hit 11% within months, and the cost of food expected to rise by up to 15% this year, families are facing huge increases in their monthly expenditure which
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KDM strategic warehouse expansion in Warrington
30 August 2022 KDM has recently invested in a second warehouse in Warrington due to the increased demand for further support around the Northern corridor, reflecting the continued expansion of our business and the increased number of projects that have been undertaken. The opening of this new location comes after strong growth in KDM’s best recorded financial year, with an annual turnover of £99 million in
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Lessening the burden of fuel poverty across the North West
29 August 2022 As even more households are expected to slip into fuel poverty due to cost of living increases and the unprecedented rise in energy costs very real solutions need to be provided to help those that need it most. Endo Enterprises working in partnership with The Sureserve Foundation and in collaboration with Sure Maintenance and Irwell Valley Housing, donated supplies of their EndoTherm product to
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Lymm digital agency grows workforce as it goes transatlantic
26 August 2022 A DIGITAL agency in Lymm has increased its reach within the transatlantic market and added to its workforce after its founder graduated from a business growth programme. Dan Cordwell, 39, who is the sole director and founder of Visions Design Ltd, has secured more clients in the United States after finding “clarity and confidence” through the course, which is delivered by Manchester Metropolitan
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Redwood Bank hails ‘resilience of British business’ as first profit revealed
26 August 2022 WARRINGTON-based Redwood Bank says it has reaped the rewards of continuing to lend to British businesses throughout the pandemic by reporting its first profit. When other lenders pressed pause on plans to support businesses in the wake of COVID-19, Redwood Bank continued to invest in local companies as it looked to help ‘power up the North’. Since its inception in 2017, the Bank has loaned more
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Enjoy so 'me-time' with health and wellbeing event
25 August 2022 Not for profit mental health project, Take 2, in association with Bents Home and Garden Centre are delighted to be hosting a Health and Wellbeing Event on Thursday 8th September. Take 2 have partnered with various high end brands to bring you an exceptional experience, including therapies, in-store demonstrations, a VIP experience, high tea and wine tasting. Furthermore, the health and wellbeing
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Kinaxia sends 10 tonnes of aid to Ukrainian refugees
24 August 2022 A logistics company has delivered 10 tonnes of aid to Ukrainian refugees in Poland after an appeal for clothing, baby supplies, toiletries and food received a bumper response from staff and customers. Employees of Kinaxia Logistics , their families and friends rallied round along with clients of the nationwide group to donate thousands of items over a four-week period. The goods were collected
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Let’s take a look under the bonnet of your business!
23 August 2022 Join the Cheshire and Warrington Business Growth Programme in September and delve into the challenges stopping you from growing your small business. On the Cheshire and Warrington Business Growth Programme, our practical workshops, peer networking, and coaching sessions cover: • Who are your customers? • Effectively communicating your value • Your internal mindset and how to get out of your own
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Introducing hybrid working to your business
22 August 2022 It seems like everyone is talking about ‘hybrid working’. What is it? Put simply it means a flexible working agreement where an employee works from a variety of different locations – including an agreed space such as ‘the office’. Inevitable following the past couple of years and a positive cultural shift. Here are five tips for business leaders who want to implement an effective hybrid working
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How can UK businesses tackle the energy crisis?
19 August 2022 With the UK on the verge of a potential recession and energy prices still soaring causing concern for many businesses, Leavitt Walmsley Associates (LWA) have collaborated with award-winning Connected Purchasing platform – Reducer, with whom they are a Gold certified partner, to provide businesses with some useful tips on tackling the energy crisis. Energy prices are reaching record rates in the
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PAM Group launches DNA tests to help tackle diabetes and cancer
10 June 2022 PREVENTATIVE healthcare specialist PAM Group is launching a series of DNA and epigenetic tests aimed at helping tackle diabetes and cancer to accelerate growth for its ToHealth division. The tests will show whether a person is prone to developing a host of health conditions including diabetes and cancer, and how they can tailor their lifestyle to lower their risk. They are the latest addition to
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Warrington CMO leads rebrand to bring Part-Time Directors to local SME’s
08 June 2022 Warrington based CMO Chris Perkins has been brought on to lead a rebrand of ‘part-time director’ supplier, The Leadership Group, to reflect its expansion of core services to SMEs. The new business has evolved from IT management consultancy business, Bailey and Associates , and represents the growth of the company over the last four years since launching in 2018. Bailey and Associates came to
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Employment “heavyweights” join local law firm
07 June 2022 LOCAL law firm, Primas Law, has appointed two new employment partners, David Walton and Danielle Ayres. This comes as part of a commitment to expand its team and offering, in line with its other commercial disciplines. Their appointment represents a significant statement of intent by the practice, to both meet existing client demand and contribute to the continued expansion of Primas Law as a
Find out moreNational Minimum Wage Increases 2022 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 June 2022 New rates of the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) came into force on 1 April 2022. The NMW rates are as follows:- • Age 23 or over (National Living Wage) £9.50 • Age 21 to 22 £9.18 • Aged 18 to 20 £6.83 • Under 18 £4.81 • Apprentice £4.81 An apprentice must be paid the apprentice rate if: • they are under 19 years of age • if they are 19 or over and in the first year of
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Former British Gas Director of Sales joins fast growing industry disrupter Heatable
05 June 2022 THE former head of sales at British Gas, Phill Cox, will help the fastest-growing Warrington-based boiler industry disrupter Heatable continue on their upwards trajectory. Cox has enjoyed an illustrious career in the UK’s domestic heating market, holding several senior positions at British Gas including National Sales Performance Manager, Regional Sales Manager and most recently holding the
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Up-and-coming entrepreneurs enjoy Business Excellence style awards
04 June 2022 Inspiring business leaders attended a celebration of burgeoning entrepreneurial talent at Chester Business School recently and awarded students for their enterprising journey. Among the guests were all the experts who the students have heard from throughout their course, including: C-Lash Founder Codilia Gapare; Alumnus Bishir Sulemain, Head of Content at Real Buzz Media; Robin Proctor a retail
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Annual Property Review reveals Warrington again shows strong resilience despite challenging times - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 June 2022 DESPITE extremely testing circumstances during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Warrington Property review has once again shown “strong resilience, community spirit and partnership” in the town, providing confidence for the future. These were the key messages at the 24th annual Warrington Property Review, hosted by Warrington & Co and Warrington Chamber of Commerce at the Park Royal Hotel. Returning
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Warrington out-performs London as a hiring hotspot - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 June 2022 WARRINGTON is out-performing London as a hiring hotspot, according to recruitment platform Indeed. And a significant increase in remote and hybrid working roles is helping to drive new opportunities across the UK, according to the data. Using its own recruitment data, Indeed has worked with Zoom to identify the locations across the country that have seen the most significant growth in remote and
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Healthcare specialist scoops top business accolade - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
31 May 2022 WARRINGTON-based preven-tative healthcare specialist, PAM Group, has scooped a special Business of the Year Award for companies with turnover of £25m-£40m. The award was presented to chief executive James Murphy and his team at a ceremony held at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel in Manchester, hosted by broadcaster Nicholas Owen. James said: “It was a huge honour to have been nominated alongside
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The very best of Cheshire business celebrated at Awards Evening - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 May 2022 The best of Cheshire business has been celebrated in this year’s High Sheriff’s Awards for Enterprise. The Awards celebrate the initiative, innovation and impact of the region’s organisations – and the people behind them. Now in their 15th year, the Cheshire High Sheriff’s Awards for Enterprise, held in partnership with the University of Chester, have established a reputation as the premier
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Housebuilder moves to Warrington as Northern region gears for growth - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
14 April 2022 A housebuilder has chosen Warrington for its new regional headquarters as it gears for growth. Mayor of Warrington, Councillor Maureen Creaghan cut the ribbon to officially open the new regional headquarters for Tilia Homes Northern, which has chosen Concentric Offices in Birchwood Park as its new home. The move marks a significant milestone for the housebuilder, which was sold by construction
Find out moreGreen Apprenticeships will help company meet carbon neutral pledge - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 April 2022 THE theme of this year’s National Apprenticeship Week was ‘build the future’ and Warrington based water company United Utilities is creating 30 Green Apprenticeships, to help achieve its plans to go carbon neutral by the end of this decade. The first water company to be given the gold standard stamp of approval for science-based carbon targets wants more apprentices to join its award winning
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Refresh your leadership skills with University of Chester Business School - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 April 2022 Get quality time to reflect and refresh your skills with University of Chester Business School’s Leadership self review course on 27th April at Time Square Warrington. On this 1 day course (with online follow up) you will: develop effective leadership and communication skills to get the best performance from your teams reflect on your own leadership and communication styles explore personality
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Minister praises Warrington as gold standard for providing disability care - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 April 2022 THE Minister responsible for Disabled People, Health & Work, Chloe Smith, praised Warrington as a gold standard for disability care during a visit to the town to speak to disability champions and partners. The Department for Work & Pensions Minister, who was joined by Warrington South MP Andy Carter, spent the day at the Warrington Disability Partnership, meeting with their Chief Executive Dave
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Gulliver’s thank customers for helping raise £15,000 for Ukraine support - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 April 2022 GULLIVER’S Theme Park Resorts based in Warrington is thanking customers for their generosity after they helped raise more than £15,000 to support the people of Ukraine. The family firm pledged that £3 from every ticket bought over a weekend at its three open resorts – Gulliver’s Valley theme park in Rotherham, Gulliver’s Land in Milton Keynes and Gulliver’s World in Warrington – would be given
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Local laboratory leads the way on prenatal paternity testing - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 April 2022 WARRINGTON-based DNA testing provider AlphaBiolabs is celebrating after becoming the first UK laboratory to be awarded accreditation for its non-invasive prenatal paternity testing. The laboratory, which provides a range of DNA, drug, alcohol, and Covid-19 testing services for members of the public, the legal sector, and the workplace sector, was awarded ISO 17025 accreditation by the UK
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Openreach creates 540 new jobs after a record year for hiring female engineers - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 April 2022 OPENREACH has announced it will create and fill around 540 more jobs in the North West including Warrington during 2022. This includes more than 400 apprenticeships – as it continues to invest billions of pounds into its UK broadband network, people and training. The new recruits will be based across every county in the region, working to build and connect customers to the company’s ultrafast,
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Food Bank receives £4,000 donation from chemical company - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 April 2022 INGEVITY UK Warrington has donated £4,000 to the Warrington Foodbank through its IngeviCares philanthropy program. The presentation was made by Ingevity’s HR Assistant, Louise Clifton, to David McDonald, Foodbank chief executive. Louise Clifton said “It is really pleasing to be able to support Warrington Food Bank “They do a lot of great work in supporting our local community through the many
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Healthcare specialist unveils plan to improve lives - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 April 2022 PREVENTATIVE healthcare specialist PAM Group has unveiled a social value plan outlining a range of measures designed to improve the lives of its staff, clients and the communities where it operates. The Warrington-headquartered group’s new blueprint, called Do The Right Thing, sets out its commitment to helping its 650-strong workforce, clients, stakeholders and communities to live better,
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Debra wins ‘Negotiator of the Year’ Award - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 April 2022 DEBRA Carter is celebrating after being awarded Negotiator of the Year by Gascoigne Halman. Debra has worked at the Lymm branch of the estate agent for eight years. The Negotiator of the Year award is given to a Gascoigne Halman employee who continually goes above and beyond in their daily duties and provides the highest level of customer care. Only two of these awards are handed out each year
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Olivia crowned apprentice of the year - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 April 2022 A trainee recruitment adviser who is playing a key part in helping Kinaxia Logistics to fill dozens of HGV driver vacancies has been crowned the group’s apprentice of the year. Rising star Olivia O’Neill, aged 20, from Warrington, joined Kinaxia last May on an 18-month apprenticeship programme. Her line manager Simone Williams, Kinaxia’s group recruitment manager, said Olivia has proved to be an
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Company gives support to charity after prospering during lockdown - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 April 2022 A WARRINGTON-based company which found it prospered during lockdown is taking action to help a charity which is facing challenges because of the pandemic. Ultra Decking, at Woolston, is supporting WellChild – a charity that provides garden transformations to help children with complex health needs. They are working with the charity’s Helping Hands project to provide accessible space that
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Student’s voice heard on international podcast - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 April 2022 PRIESTLEY College student James Scanlan got a birthday surprise when he featured on a podcast with an international audience and two of the most well-respected BBC journalists at the helm. No wonder the Priestley College student was buzzing after he was heard asking a question on a recent edition of Americast. “I was revising when I heard it and had to stop,” he said. “I was laughing because I
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United Utilities recruits Warrington Wolves captain as apprenticeship ambassador
31 March 2022 LOCALLY based United Utilities has recruited Warrington Wolves Women’s Rugby Captain Michelle Davis to help raise awareness for its apprenticeship programme. Michelle, who is breaking gender stereotypes and training to be a firefighter, recently visited United Utilities’ Head Office in Warrington. During her visit, Michelle met current apprentices Jessica who is a scientist and Ethan who is a
Find out moreNorthern Nuclear Alliance and Jacobs, taking nuclear industry forward together
09 February 2022 BIRCHWOOD Park-based Jacobs has joined the Northern Nuclear Alliance, demonstrating its commitment to the region’s nuclear industry. As a Partner Member with a seat on the Northern Nuclear Alliance (NNA) Steering Group, Jacobs brings its experience of supporting hundreds of nuclear programs worldwide and more than 60 years of experience dating back to the inception of the industry. The NNA,
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New Member profile: Flint Percussion Limited
07 February 2022 Flint Percussion is a family business based in the North-West of England, established in 2005. They began as a result of their young daughter wishing to play the marching drum in a local pipe band, but at only 10 years of age it was immediately apparent that the standard marching drum would be too heavy for her to carry and play. Coming from an engineering background, they began to look at
Find out moreDealing with Covid and redundancy
03 February 2022 Warrington solicitors DSM Legal have seen an increase in enquiries from employees wishing to bring an employment tribunal claim against their employer as a result of being dismissed due to Covid. Diane Massey employment solicitor at DSM Legal says; “There is no doubt that many businesses, not just the hospitality and retail sectors, have been badly impacted by the pandemic. Whilst there has been
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WERK: The future of home and hybrid working
02 February 2022 It’s fair to say that the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated a generational shift in how we go about doing our work. Working from home has become a permanent part of the week for more and more of us. Many didn’t expect that remote workers would become more productive and healthier than they were before. Hybrid working is here to stay, and it’s turned out to be much more positive than imagined two
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Birchwood park celebrates fundraising success
01 February 2022 Birchwood Park, the North West’s largest out-of-town business destination, is thrilled to announce it has raised over £6,500 for charity in 2021. The Warrington-based business park managed to raise £6,564 for its chosen local charities, St Rocco’s Hospice and Dogs for Good, despite reduced footfall due to the COVID pandemic St Rocco’s Hospice provides free care for those with life-limiting
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Lufthansa connects Liverpool to the world - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 February 2022 Warrington Chamber and Business Exchange members will soon be able to take advantage of flying from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to a host of global destinations following the recent announcement by Lufthansa to open up a new connection between Liverpool and their main hub at Frankfurt. Starting 2nd May 2022 the German carrier will offer flights direct from Liverpool to Frankfurt, where all
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Top customer service award for United Utilities call centre staff - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 February 2022 UNITED Utilities call centre staff in Warrington have been awarded The Institute of Customer Service, ServiceMark with Distinction. The 675 staff share the award with the rest of the customer team at the North West water firm which achieved 94.7 per cent for customer satisfaction and 93.98 per cent for employee satisfaction according to the Institute of Customer Service. United Utilities is one
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New opportunities to bid for £650m of public sector contracts - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 February 2022 BUSINESSES in Warrington and Cheshire are being urged to use the new year as their chance to bid for the £650 million of council contracts up for grabs each year. Cheshire and Warrington Growth Hub is holding a workshop next month to help businesses looking to bid for public sector contracts in 2022. The three Cheshire local authorities have combined contracts each year of £650million, offering
Find out moreBusiness park welcomes nine new companies - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 December 2021 WARRINGTON’S Birchwood Park – one of the largest out-of-town business destinations in the North West, has welcomed nine businesses across a mixture of office suites and warehouse facilities – making it the most successful quarter of the year to date. The most recent addition is award-winning equity release experts Equity Release Supermarket, the UK’s No.1 independent equity release advisory
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New Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation appointed - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 December 2021 THE University of Chester is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Paul Bissell as the University’s new Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation. Paul will join Chester on 10th January 2022. Professor Bissell is currently Professor of Public Health and Dean of the School of Human and Health Sciences at the University of Huddersfield. As Dean, he leads the largest School at
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Students share food donations with Warrington’s Foodbank - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 December 2021 KIND-hearted Social Work students gathered items for Warrington’s foodbank as part of a national week of action. The students at University Centre Warrington got involved in Amnesty International UK’s Week of Action, which promoted human rights. The group created artwork to raise awareness and explore the themes of human rights as well as collecting donations of food. Dr Valerie Gant, Associate
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More Success with Apprentices at Blue Whale Media - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 December 2021 WARRINGTON based Blue Whale Media is celebrating an incredible achievement from one of their Website Development Apprentices. Naomi Clarke (right), from Warrington, achieved a “Distinction” in her Level 3 Digital Marketing Apprenticeship while working at Blue Whale Media. Naomi first began working at Blue Whale Media two years ago, joining as part of the website design and development team. She
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Gymnast wins silver medal at British championships - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 December 2021 A WARRINGTON gymnast from Priestley College picked up silver recently after a finely-balanced performance at the Acrobatic IDP British Finals. Charlotte Kerboas finished second in the Women’s Group competition with her teammates Hannah Guerin and Emma Green. They were representing the North West and were only beaten by the North’s number one team. “We weren’t disappointed about finishing second
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Ryanair launch five new routes from LJLA - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 December 2021 THIS week has seen Ryanair commence flights to 5 new destinations from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) as the airline starts its Winter 2021/22 schedule and continues the Airport’s post-covid recovery, offering the region’s travellers a wider choice of destinations from Liverpool. Ryanair has this week launched new twice-weekly services to Milan Bergamo in Italy, Paris Beauvais in France,
Find out moreLocal solicitors raising money for Will Aid - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 December 2021 DSM Legal Solicitors have taken part in the annual Will Aid fundraising campaign which runs every November. The campaign is run by nine UK charities including NSPCC, Age UK, Save the Children and British Red Cross. Donations will be used by the various charities to fund worthwhile causes from giving children a healthy start in life to supporting older people with the challenges of later life.
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Business conference is a big screen success! - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 December 2021 THE Warrington Business Conference 2021 has been hailed a huge success as business leaders from across the borough converged on Time Square. The conference, which welcomed around 200 delegates to a combination of Time Square venues – Cookhouse at Warrington Market, Cineworld and The Botanist – brought companies together to discuss ‘The Road to Recovery’. As well as finding out more about
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Business Conference will set out road to recovery - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 October 2021 WARRINGTON’S multi-million pound Time Square development will play host to businesses from across the borough on 12 November for the Warrington Business Conference 2021 – which is free to attend for Chamber members. With a theme of ‘The Road to Recovery’, the event will bring companies together to find out more about Warrington’s continuing regeneration plans and support for business growth.
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Go ahead for new Warrington bus depot - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
14 October 2021 A key Warrington Town Deal project is another step closer, after Cabinet approved the construction of a new bus depot. The current depot, on Wilderspool Causeway – home to Warrington’s Own Buses – is set to be relocated to a new site off Dallam Lane. The relocation of the bus depot will be an important step in unlocking key development opportunities in the Southern Gateway Regeneration Area and
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Free economic summit for businesses across Cheshire and Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 September 2021 AN economic summit for businesses across Cheshire and Warrington, to set out the sub-region’s economic and green ambitions as it recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, is set to take place next month. Cheshire and Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership Economic Summit and AGM takes place on Tuesday, 19 October at Chester Racecourse with economist Sir Dieter Helm and Chief Executive of the British
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Health and safety milestone secures £1,000 donation for St Rocco's Hospice - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 September 2021 LOCAL business TMD Friction has donated £1,000 to St Rocco’s Hospice to mark a major health and safety milestone at their Warrington premises. The site has recorded 1,000 days without any time being lost to accidents and as a thank you the company agreed to make the cash donation to a charity chosen by the employees on site. They chose the hospice, which provides round-the-clock care to patients
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The best of student volunteering celebrating with awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 September 2021 FROM dog walking to scout leading, the tireless efforts of dozens of volunteer students from the University of Chester have been recognised in a celebration event. Students, staff and charities came together to watch the event on the University’s YouTube channel, sharing their congratulations and pride at the achievements throughout the year, despite the ongoing challenges of the pandemic. The
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United Utilities takes on record number of apprentices - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 September 2021 AFTER welcoming 56 new apprentices in January, Warrington-based water company United Utilities has recruited a further 46 apprentices, 24 Graduates and in October will be recruiting a further 24 Customer Service apprentices. The only FTSE100 company in the North West has a strong track record in delivering an award-winning apprenticeship scheme and now has over 160 apprentices currently gaining
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Stage is set for a bright future - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 August 2021 AN ASPIRING actress is heading to a drama school that has been producing stars of stage, TV, film and radio for more than half a century. Jenna Smith, who studies Drama, Dance and PE at Priestley College, has chosen to study at East 15 Acting School in London after also receiving an offer from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. “They were the two schools at the very top of my list,
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Tour of Britain set to provide economic boost for Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 August 2021 THE eagerly awaited Tour of Britain will pass through local villages culminating in a Stage 5 sprint finish at Warrington’s historic Golden Gates, on Thursday, September 9. Spectators can look forward to the tour taking in villages such as Stockton Heath and Appleton travelling over both the Manchester Ship Canal and the River Mersey, as it heads towards potentially the first traditional sprint
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Chester leaps 22 places in the latest Complete University Guide - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 August 2021 Listening to the student voice and providing positive support to ensure graduates can get their careers on track have propelled the University of Chester an impressive 22 places in this year’s Complete University Guide national league table. The University has continued its upward trajectory, placing at 72 out of 130 institutions in the 2022 table. It is one of the five highest climbers this
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Birchwood Park survey predicts business boost for Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 August 2021 NEW research conducted by Warrington-based Birchwood Park reveals both business confidence and growth has skyrocketed amongst North West businesses with 84% predicting to bounce back to some form of normality in the next 12 months. According to the survey created as part of its Business Support Series, data has revealed that the future is bright for the region, with almost 50% of its occupiers
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Global honour for Priestley duo - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 August 2021 TWO students from Priestley College have been honoured for outstanding achievements in a competition that recognises talent across the world. Sophie Nunn and Khalisah Ali received bronze certificates in the Science Learner of the Year category of the global BTEC Awards. Priestley Principal James Gresty said: “Sophie and Khalisah should be so proud of what they have achieved. “What they both have
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Blue Whale Media celebrates the fellowship of their Managing Director - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 August 2021 THE Birchwood-based Digital Design Agency is delighted to announce that their Managing Director, Gary Sweeney has been awarded a fellowship from the Chartered Institute of Marketing. The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) fellowship is only awarded to marketers who have 10 – 15 years of senior strategic experience with 5 years at the director or senior consultant level. With over 20 years in
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EMR: From a family business to a global company driving innovation in sustainability - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 August 2021 Ian Sheppard, EMR Managing Director of Metal Recycling WARRINGTON-based Chamber members EMR is a business focused on the future. We realise that metal recyclers have a responsibility to take a leadership role in the development of a more sustainable, circular economy wherever they operate. That’s the idea underpinning Our Decade of Action, the strategy EMR launched last year that sets out a
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Cheshire and Warrington colleges partner with leading employers to deliver Advanced Construction Training - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 August 2021 Further Education Colleges in Cheshire and Warrington have partnered with leading employers in the construction industry to deliver Advanced Construction Training (ACT). Warrington & Vale Royal College , Reaseheath College, Cheshire College South & West, Macclesfield College and UTC Warrington are collaborating with employers to develop, commercialise and promote digital technologies and skills
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University recognised for positive impact on community - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 June 2021 THE University of Chester which has a base in Warrington, has been recognised nationally for its positive impact on businesses, local growth and regeneration, as well as its commitment to public and community engagement. In a new Government-led benchmark demonstrating the importance of English Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), the results of the first-ever Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF)
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Experienced local banker joins Handelsbanken Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 June 2021 HANDELSBANKEN Warrington has appointed a new Corporate Manager, in response to increasing demand for its local relationship banking services. Ian Foster joins the team with over 35 years of banking experience, the most recent four of those with Handelsbanken. Ian will be involved in developing existing customer relationships as well as welcoming new locally-based customers to the Bank. Built on
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Daresbury scientists play vital role in creating world’s most powerful neutrino beam - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 June 2021 SCIENTISTS at Daresbury Laboratory near Warrington are playing a major role in creating the world’s most powerful high-energy neutrino beam, helping answer some of the biggest questions in physics. The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) and US-based Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory have agreed to collaborate on building one of the world’s most powerful linear accelerators.
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College students help redesign a dementia ward during work placement - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 June 2021 WARRINGTON & Vale Royal College’s Level 3 Health & Social Care students recently took part in a virtual work placement to ‘Redesign a ward for people living with dementia.’ This project, set by Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in conjunction with The Cheshire & Warrington Pledge, provided the students with a valuable industry insight and allowed them to
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Careers day inspires future NHS professionals - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 June 2021 MORE than 70 students took a step towards their dream jobs during an NHS Careers Day at Priestley College. Members of the Health & Social Care cohort took part in the virtual event run by Cheshire and Warrington Pledge. “The aim of the day was to raise awareness of more than 300 roles within the NHS,” said Priestley ’s Work Experience Coordinator Pam Gardner. “It was a chance for our students to
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University’s Warrington town centre skills provision gets the go-ahead from planners - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 May 2021 PLANNING permission has been granted for the University of Chester to deliver education to the heart of Warrington town centre at a building which is currently empty in Time Square. The University’s plans will support the UK’s recovery from the pandemic by providing opportunities for adults to further develop the skills needed for well-paid employment throughout their lives. This reflects the
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New centre of excellence in advanced manufacturing and engineering at Warrington & Vale Royal College - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 May 2021 AFTER the successful launch of the Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Training (AMET) Centre at Warrington & Vale Royal College’s Winsford campus, the next phase of the project is underway and will see the specialist centre launching at the college’s larger site, Warrington campus this September. There has never been a better time to study for a career in engineering and manufacturing.
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Birchwood Park celebrates record year of letting deals in challenging year - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 April 2021 Birchwood Park, the North West’s largest out-of-town business destination, has seen record take-up of industrial and office space over the past 12 months – with a significant increase in demand from both the online retail and engineering sectors. With more than 80 deals worth in excess of £2.8m negotiated this past year, Birchwood Park has welcomed 30 new organisations to the Park – taking over
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Land and Partnerships Director Appointed at Vistry Partnerships - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 April 2021 WARRINGTON-based regeneration specialist Vistry Partnerships has appointed Pete Hayes as its new Land and Partnerships Director for the North West region. The appointment reflects Vistry Partnerships’ ambition to identify additional development opportunities across the North West, and Pete brings with him a wealth of experience having worked in the industry for more than 19 years. He joins from
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Priestley College praised for the support and advice it gives to students - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
06 April 2021 WARRINGTON’S Priestley College has met the international standard for organisations that provide information, advice and guidance. The college was praised by the matrix standard inspector for the support and impartial advice it offers its 2,000 students on everything from careers to health and wellbeing. Among the college’s many strengths, he said, was its impressive partnerships with employers,
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University unveils its planned move into Warrington town centre - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 April 2021 THE University of Chester has revealed more details of its plan to move its Warrington Campus into the town centre. Over the next 18 months its teaching provision will be relocated from the existing campus at Fearnhead – popularly known as the “Padgate Campus” – to two town-centre sites. The university has now completed the purchase of a property on Barbauld Street and has agreed terms for a
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New Commercial Director appointed at Vistry Partnerships - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 April 2021 LEADING Warrington-based regeneration specialist Vistry Partnerships has announced the appointment of Nathan Astley as its new Commercial Director for the North West region. Having worked in the industry for more than 35 years, Nathan has a wealth of experience and he joins the team from Create Construction where he was Pre-Construction Director, having previously held the position of Commercial
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Employers to receive up to £4,000 per apprentice as part of 2021 Budget announcements - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
01 April 2021 Exciting news for employers considering employing an apprentice in 2021 as it was announced by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak that there would be an extension of the current apprenticeship incentive scheme to September 2021 alongside an increase in the value of the cash incentives. The boost to the value of the incentives means that employers looking to hire apprentices can benefit
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Businesses urged to donate laptops to help kids at school - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 March 2021 BUSINESSES across Warrington are being urged to donate unused laptops to help disadvantaged children and young people to do their school work during the pandemic. Warrington Borough Council has joined forces with Laptops for Kids – a charitable organisation that facilitates the donation, secure erasure, and distribution of used digital devices – to support children from disadvantaged
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Free rapid COVID-19 testing for all businesses in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 March 2021 FREE rapid workplace COVID-19 testing is now available to all businesses in Warrington who register their interest by 31 March, including those with fewer than 50 employees. As part of the government’s roadmap to cautiously lift restrictions, businesses of all sizes that are registered with Companies House, including those with fewer than 50 employees, can register to order free lateral flow
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Cheshire and Warrington colleges build construction's digital future with grant from Local Enterprise Partnership - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 March 2021 FURTHER Education colleges in Cheshire and Warrington have received a £260,000 grant from the Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) to help implement digital skills in construction projects. The grant will support the development of Advanced Construction Training (ACT) across Cheshire and Warrington, with the main hub situated at Warrington & Vale Royal College’s Warrington campus and spokes at
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Chester University unveils its planned move into Warrington town centre - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 March 2021 THE University of Chester has revealed more details of its plan to move its Warrington Campus from Padgate into the town centre. Over the next 18 months its teaching provision will be relocated from the existing campus at Fearnhead – popularly known as the “Padgate Campus” – to two town centre sites. The university has now completed the purchase of a property on Barbauld Street and has agreed
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International Women’s Day 2021: One woman’s determination creates world leading metal recycler, EMR - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 March 2021 ON International Women’s Day 2021 Warrington-based Chamber members EMR tell the story of one woman’s determination which helped create a world-leading metal recycler. The global leading metal recycler, EMR has a heritage dating back to the 1950s. At the origin of the business is the story of one woman’s dream of a better life for her family. In the 1940s, Winifred Sheppard left wartime London
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PAM Group make double acquisition - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 February 2021 Preventative healthcare specialist PAM Group has completed a double acquisition as it continues its buy-and-build strategy. The Warrington-based group has bought 66Fit and Physio Supplies for an undisclosed sum from Whiteley Healthcare, a provider of physiotherapy and healthcare products based in Australia and New Zealand. Both acquired companies are based in Spalding, Lincolnshire, and will add
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Leading heart specialist set to open "healthy heart" clinic at Birchwood - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
23 February 2021 ONE of the UK’s leading heart doctors is set to open the North West region’s first independent healthy heart clinic at Birchwood in Warrington. Dr Scott Murray, former President of the British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation (BACPR) and Consultant Cardiologist at Wirral University Teaching Hospital is launching Venturi Cardiology in Birchwood, this Spring. Venturi
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Former Chamber President and director stands down following retirement - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
22 February 2021 PROFESSOR Tim Wheeler, one of the UK’s longest-serving vice-chancellors when he retired from the University of Chester at the end of 2019, has stood down as a director of Warrington & Vale Royal Chamber of Commerce. Professor Wheeler, 70, had been at the helm at the University for more than two decades and an active member of the Chamber for much of that time. Citing his retirement as his
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Croft Filters get go-ahead on Innovate UK project funding - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 February 2021 CHAMBER members, Warrington-based Croft Filters are celebrating receiving funding for a ground-breaking study into innovative power generation. This leading UK filter manufacturer was approached by environment-conscious energy producer Titan Electricity to produce a filter with the ultimate goal of creating net-zero power from wasted energy. Titan Electricity’s Geo-Engines™ makes use of
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Barclays provide £100k boost for Warrington Youth Club - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 February 2021 WARRINGTON Youth Club has received a £100k boost from Barclays to support the meaningful work they are doing to support young people and families across Warrington impacted by the pandemic. In April, Barclays announced a £100m Community Aid Package to support charities that are helping people and communities most impacted by COVID-19. Alongside a colleague-matched fundraising initiative and the
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NDA appoints new Sellafield Ltd Chairman - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 February 2021 THE Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has announced that Tony Meggs CB has been appointed as the new Chair of Sellafield Ltd, which has a base at Birchwood, Warrington. Tony will begin his three-year term on 3rd May 2021, replacing the current Sellafield Ltd Chair, Lorraine Baldry who has led the Sellafield Board since May 2018. Tony will report directly to NDA CEO, David Peattie. David
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Automotive giant The Harris Group arrives at Birchwood Park - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 February 2021 AUTOMOTIVE distribution giant The Harris Group has arrived at Birchwood Park as its new UK headquarters. The international automotive company has confirmed the North West’s largest out of town business park as the base of its first UK headquarters. The Dublin-based automotive company is recognised as one of the UK and Ireland’s foremost distributors of commercial vehicles, and hopes that the
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New "Super W" warehouse will create circa 200 jobs in Warrington - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 February 2021 A new “Super W” commercial warehousing development on the former Travis Perkins site at Appleton Thorn, Warrington, will create circa 200 new jobs. Tungsten Properties, one of the UK’s leading mid-box industrial and warehouse developers, funded by British Airways Pension Trustees has received planning approval for ‘Super W’, a 244,000 sq ft speculative industrial unit at the former Travis
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Daresbury based ABB UK recognised as a Top Employer in the UK - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 January 2021 GLOBAL technology company ABB UK based at Daresbury Park has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK for continuous improvement of its HR policy and practices. The company has been recognized as an employer of choice, having been awarded Top Employers certification, by the Top Employers Institute, the global authority recognizing excellence in people practices. Assessed by an independent
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Assura plc announced as Rugby League World Cup Official Community Health Partner - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
26 January 2021 RUGBY League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) has today announced Warrington based Assura plc as the tournament’s Official Community Health Partner, further underlining their commitment to creating positive social impacts within communities. Assura, a FTSE 250 company, develops, invests in and manages a portfolio of almost 600 primary care medical centres which are bases for NHS teams serving millions
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Graduate cracks the code to career development - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 January 2021 A graduate recruit at a leading Warrington technology employer has found the code to his career development – thanks to a £6,000 scholarship. Evan Morris has landed a place on the country’s leading boot camp for young computer coders with help from his employer and their landlord. The software assurance engineer who works for Avanite at The Base, Warrington’s technology hub, is to spend 12 weeks
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Miller Homes relocates North West office to Birchwood Park - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 January 2021 HOUSEBUILDER Miller Homes has relocated its North West office to Dalton Avenue at Birchwood Park in Warrington. Miller has used the lessons learned from the coronavirus pandemic, with many of its office-based staff working from home, to re-evaluate the role and function of the workplace and to consider future working practices within the internal design. The new office will help support the
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New Chair of Marketing Cheshire appointed - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 December 2020 WARRINGTON based entrepreneur Trevor Brocklebank has been confirmed as the Chair of Marketing Cheshire, taking over from Angie Robinson. Trevor joins the Marketing Cheshire board as Chair, alongside his role as Deputy Chair of the Cheshire and Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) board. Trevor is a renowned business leader, having founded Warrington headquartered Home Instead Senior
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Are you making the most of our advice and support? - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 December 2020 The Department for International Trade North West supports companies of any size and at all stages of their export journey to trade internationally. Here’s a refresher of our services: International Trade Adviser (ITA) account management and consultancy Professional export advisory service by ITAs with Institute of Export CPD accreditation. Diagnostic, regularly reviewed action plans, mentoring
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Former Priestley student wins place at world-leading drama school - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 November 2020 A WORLD-leading drama school has awarded a former Warrington student the chance to learn from the best. The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) has offered Libby Cooper a place on their Foundation course, which lasts for one term and promises to provide an insight into life at a conservatoire drama school. The former Priestley College student will work on her acting techniques, movement and
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Council launches support for businesses impacted by lockdown - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
12 November 2020 BUSINESSES impacted by the latest lockdown can now apply to Warrington Borough Council for grants and relief. Since the new lockdown was announced on 31 October, the council has been gearing up to make sure Warrington businesses can receive the grants and relief they are entitled to. From today, Thursday 12 November, Warrington businesses – including those who have had to close, along with those
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Priestley students aiming high - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 November 2020 STUDENTS from Priestley College, Warrington, are still aiming high despite uncertainty surrounding university and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. By the deadline for early applications, 25 students at Priestley College had applied for places at Oxford, Cambridge and degrees in Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science. Tutor Ian Hughes, who supports Priestley’s university hopefuls, said
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Vistry Partnerships hits the road for Mind - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 November 2020 SRAFF from Vistry Partnerships have jumped on their bikes to raise money for Mind. Staff from the leading regeneration business were challenged to complete the Vistry Velo – a 1300km virtual cycling route around all nine Vistry Partnerships offices across the UK, reaching the finish line ahead of World Mental Health Day on 10th October. The event had been designed so that participants could
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New Chief appointed at Warrington Chamber of Commerce - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 November 2020 WARRINGTON Chamber of Commerce has appointed Stephen Fitzsimons as its new Chief Executive. The Warrington Chamber of Commerce and Industry was established in 1876 and has been serving local businesses for 130 years. It is a local, independent, non-profit making and non-party political organisation that supports and represents local businesses, funded by membership subscriptions. The Warrington
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European Metal Recycling leading the way in automotive green recovery - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 November 2020 WARRINGTON based European Metal Recycling is one of 49 innovative projects to secure £92m government funding which places the UK automotive industry at the centre of green recovery. Chamber members the European Metal Recycling project will see the introduction of a new UK-based circular supply chain for electric vehicle batteries by developing the infrastructure to collect and recycle electric
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MP welcomes new Principal at Priestley College - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
22 October 2020 WARRINGTON South MP Andy Carter has welcomed the new Principal of Priestley College James Gresty to his position. Mr Carter met with Mr Gresty in his first few weeks in the position and got the opportunity to talk to staff and pupils about reopening during coronavirus. Speaking about the visit, Mr Carter said: “It was brilliant to be back Priestley College to see the great work going on there by
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Park Royal Hotel makes Safe to Trade Scheme Approved list - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 October 2020 WARRINGTON’S Park Royal Hotel is one of just six Cheshire hotels to make the Safe to Trade Scheme Approved list, to take their place among the safest 175 hotels in the UK. With the number of August bank holiday overnight stays at UK hotels reported to be down from 8.6m last year to 4.8m this year, a list of 175 fully Covid-compliant UK hotels has been released by the hospitality industry’s Safe
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Warrington & Vale Royal College celebrate best results ever! - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 October 2020 STUDENTS and staff at Warrington & Vale Royal College are celebrating the best results in the college’s history. The college is immensely proud of the hard work their students have put in to achieve such high grades. There was an impressive 100% pass rate for students studying a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (equivalent to A Levels), with over 80% achieving one or more Distinction grades.
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Charity hit hard by COVID-19 set to launch international virtual disability event - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 October 2020 WARRINGTON based charity Warrington Disability Partnership, which has been hit hard by COVID-19 is set to launch international virtual Disability Awareness Day this Sunday (Oct 25). D isability Awareness Day (DAD) is recognised as the largest annual event of its kind in the world. Due to COVID-19, the 29th event will be held virtually online via www.dadvirtual.org.uk it is totally free, and goes
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Former MP Faisal Rashid launches new business - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 October 2020 Westminster Finance Limited was launched in Warrington by former MP Faisal Rashid on 27/02/2020 just before the country went into lockdown. Faisal, former member parliament for Warrington South and Mayor of Warrington with his passion to support businesses and create jobs started his business. Despite the Covid-19 situation the business is making its way to employ its first staff this Autumn.
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“Be an apprentice like me,” says Megan - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 October 2020 A 22-year old Warrington woman is encouraging other young people from the town to consider an apprenticeship, after starting her own career through one. Megan Mason, from Woolston, began working with water and wastewater firm United Utilities, five years ago as a customer service apprentice and has worked her way up to become a digital optimisation officer. United Utilities is currently looking
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College to receive more than £700,000 funding for refurbishment - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 October 2020 WARRINGTON and Vale Royal College is to get £712,000 worth of funding to help with refurbishments as part of government plans to boost further education. The college is one of more than 180 who will receive a share of £200 million to begin immediate work from this September to repair and refurbish buildings and campuses so they continue to be great places to learn for the local communities they
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Death of Chamber Chief Executive Colin Daniels - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 October 2020 BUSINESS community stalwart Colin Daniels, long-standing Chief Executive of Warrington & Vale Royal Chamber of Commerce has sadly died after a short illness. As well as the Chamber of Commerce, he was leader of Warrington Borough Council in the early 1980s and a long-standing Chair of Governors at Warrington & Vale Royal College. Chamber President Nigel Schofield said: “It is with great sadness
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Work starts on Virtual Disability Awareness Day - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
20 August 2020 WORK has started on creating a “Virtual” Disability Awareness Day after this year’s event at Walton Gardens had to be called off due to the coronavirus pandemic. On what should have been the 29th Warrington Disability Awareness Day, which has now become the largest event of its kind in the world, work started on preparing for Virtual DAD. But due to the pandemic organisers has little choice but
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Message from the President - Nigel Schofield - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 August 2020 As I write, the thoughts of the Chamber Board members and many others in the business community are with Colin Daniels, Chief Executive of the Chamber for over 25 years, who is seriously ill. We all send him and his family our best wishes. The Warrington Chamber Bank of England Panel met last week at which a group of key business leaders reported on the current state of their businesses. Some
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CIPS Level 4 and 5 Diploma – virtual online teaching sessions - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 August 2020 S.L. Procurement Solutions Limited are a leading training provider of the CIPS qualifications. We are delivering CIPS Level 4 Diploma topics virtually – throughout the summer and will continue to do so until our usual meeting rooms open for business. We have designated study sessions for these CIPS topics: Coming up next is: Scope and Influence in Procurement and Supply (L4M1) Procurement and
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“Locked-down” graduate teaches herself coding to hit the gaming big-time - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 August 2020 A graduate who taught herself coding has launched an Instagram game, attracting over a million users since it launched last month. Interactive Instagram game, “Guess The Country”, is the brainchild of Master’s graduate and self-taught programmer, Fran Shollo. Confined to home by lockdown, Fran used the free time studying “how to” videos online and downloading free software to write the coding
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New ticket system brings Contactless payments to Warrington's Own Buses - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
22 July 2020 NEW contactless ticket machines are now available across Warrington’s Own Buses fleet, helping speed up boarding times. Ticketer has worked around the clock to ensure a rapid rollout of 90 EMV contactless ticket machines, with mTicketing, on Warrington’s Own Buses. Passengers can now use contactless payments across Warrington’s Own Buses’ entire fleet. With support from Merseytravel, passengers
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Warrington's RLWC2021 fixtures revealed - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 July 2020 WARRINGTON’S Rugby League World Cup 2021 fixtures have been revealed with the Halliwell Jones Stadium set to host host three men’s fixtures. New Zealand vs Lebanon heads to Warrington on the first weekend of RLWC2021 on Sunday 24 October, 7.30pm, followed by Papua New Guinea vs Cook Islands on Tuesday 2 November, 7.30pm and Samoa vs France – Sunday 7 November, 5.00pm. The Rugby League World Cup
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Local Training provider turns to online and virtual teaching seminars to continue growth and support CIPS professionals - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
22 June 2020 Local Training provider S.L. Procurement Solutions Limited has turned to online and virtual teaching seminars to continue growth and support CIPS professionals in gaining their qualifications through the Covid-19 Pandemic. S.L. Procurement Solutions Limited are a leading training provider, delivering Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Chain courses to the Warrington and surrounding
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College to become a new centre of excellence in advanced manufacturing and engineering - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 June 2020 A new centre of excellence for advanced manufacturing and engineering is to open at Warrington & Vale Royal College’s Winsford campus in September, thanks to funding from Cheshire and Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and support from local employers. The new Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Training (AMET) Centre was awarded £656,000 from the LEP’s Local Growth Fund and will
Find out moreInformation on face coverings on public transport - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 June 2020 IT is now mandatory for all passengers to wear face coverings while travelling on public transport and to help passengers Warrington’s Own Buses have provided some information. Warrington’s Own Buses have issued the following information to help. Pre journey information Before your journey please remember to check the latest bus timetables and plan to travel at quieter times. Before you set off
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Security firm boss praises key workers most at risk from COVID-19 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 June 2020 WARRINGTON based security firm boss Cliff Unwin has praised the frontline key workers in the industry which has the highest COVID-19 death rate in the country. Fortunately there have been no fatalities at Woolston based Uniqwin although a recent study carried out by the Office for National Statistics revealed security guards have the highest Covid-19 death rate in the country, with 45.7 deaths
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Warrington’s Own Heroes - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 May 2020 The town’s bus company is showing its thanks to all fellow key workers with a specially designed bus that goes into service this week. The bus has a special design, which recognises the efforts of the town’s council employees, delivery drivers, the NHS, the care sector, shop workers, teachers and the many volunteers who are pitching in. It also has the rainbow motif, which has become synonymous
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Student research shines at national tourism convention - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 April 2020 A pair of students from the University of Chester Business School impressed industry professionals at a national tourism conference with a presentation on the influence of the digital tourist. The presentation by Monica Escobedo and Paris Taylor Flint was voted the most highly rated of all the talks on the day and they have since delivered it to students across the Business School. It highlights
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Fire control centre sold for £19.50 million - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 April 2020 Dating from 2009, it was built at a cost of around £14m it is the home of the fire authorities Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire and Cumbria to jointly handle 999 emergency calls and mobilise fire fighters. Fire Control North West have a lease running to June 2033 on the three-storey building at Lingley Green Business Park. Craig Barton, who along with Jason Winfield at Cushman and
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Local bus services change as passenger numbers drop - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 April 2020 LOCAL bus services have changed with reduced timetables due to a significant drop in passanger numbers as a result of the Coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic. The advice to work from home and to socially distance ourselves, on top of the closure of schools and colleges, has led to a sharp downturn in bus passengers, says Managing Director Ben Wakerley. Despite this Mr Wakerley, can’t praise his
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Birchwood Park businesses support NHS and key workers - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
30 April 2020 WARRINGTON’S Birchwood Park, the town’s largest business destination, has seen its occupiers go above and beyond to support the local community, key workers and NHS staff. Their efforts have seen household names, such as Rolls-Royce and Hoover Candy, and some of the country’s largest science and nuclear names, such as Jacobs and Cavendish Nuclear, donate time and resource to support charity
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Warrington’s Own Buses champions St Rocco’s Hospice - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 March 2020 St. Rocco’s Hospice are thrilled to have their very own branded bus which will be seen across routes in the town, after being chosen as Warrington’s Own Buses’ next Charity Partner. St. Rocco’s, plays a vital part in providing essential services to people within the community and are looking forward to working in partnership with the bus company in 2020. The promotion of the hospice on the
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Portal Business Centres scoops prestigious national award - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 March 2020 Portal Business Centres, which has a centre at Dallam Court in Warrington, is delighted to announce that its Bridgewater House business centre in Ellesmere Port, has been named as Flexible Workspace Operator of the Year (1-5 locations) 2019/2020. The award was presented to the centre by FlexSa, the flexible workspace industry’s trade body at their annual gala dinner in London last week. Opened
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Business park raises record £11,000 for charity - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 March 2020 WARRINGTON’S vibrant Birchwood Park business park raised more than £11,000 for charity last year – and is aiming to raise more this year. The total of £11,578 was its largest fundraising total to date and will be distributed between the RSPCA Warrington, Halton and St Helens and Hand on Heart. In order to achieve their grand total, the team at Birchwood Park put on a series of events throughout
Find out moreWarrington’s Own Buses champions St Rocco’s Hospice - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
31 January 2020 St. Rocco’s, plays a vital part in providing essential services to people within the community and are looking forward to working in partnership with the bus company in 2020. The promotion of the hospice on the specially branded bus will help to get the message out that St. Rocco’s are there for the town’s residents when they need it most. Nicola Henshaw, Corporate Fundraiser for St. Rocco’s
Find out moreInstitute of Policing welcomes the first intake of Apprenticeships - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 January 2020 In partnership with Cheshire Constabulary, the first cohort of Police Constable Degree Apprenticeships has started studies at the University of Chester’s Institute of Policing. Twenty-nine Cheshire Constabulary Police Constable Degree Apprentices have started their degree programme, which will see them divide their time between University studies at the University of Chester’s Warrington Campus,
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Wolves Hoover up new main sponsor - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 January 2020 WARRINGTON Wolves have announced leading domestic appliance manufacturer Hoover as the club’s new prinicipal sponsors. Hoover has agreed an initial two-year deal with the club to become the first-team’s main shirt sponsor with branding rights throughout The Halliwell Jones Stadium and the club’s digital platforms. The deal is one of the most significant in the club’s history and kicks off with
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Out of this world tech business event success - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 December 2019 A former contestant of Dragons’ Den, an investment expert who has helped raise £1.5bn for North West firms and an entrepreneur whose retirement lasted just four hours were among the speakers at a unique tech business event in Warrington. The event called ‘On a Stick…’ – took place in the town’s Parr Hall under the stunning backdrop of artist Luke Jerram’s ‘Museum of the Moon’ installation. A 100
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Chancellor visits Chamber to hear from business leaders - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 December 2019 THE Chancellor of the Exchequer Sajid Javid visited Warrington Chamber of Commerce to hear directly from businesses leaders in the town ahead of the General Election on Thursday, December 12. In a round table discussion hosted by Warrington South Parliamentary Candidate Andy Carter, Mr Javid answered questions on the changing face of the High Street, opportunities for businesses to invest in
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Biology brought to life at Priestley - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
11 December 2019 PRIESTLEY College has teamed up with a Warrington business to help bring aspects of Biology to life in the classroom. CreativeHUT has donated equipment including 3D pens to help sixth formers gain a new perspective on science including exploring DNA structures. “It is more helpful than just using a textbook because you can see for yourself how DNA adapts to its different functions,” said Faine
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Eco-Innovation scheme brings Cheshire company and University of Chester together - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 November 2019 Cheshire-based company Rothon Research Limited (RRL) has taken advantage of the Eco-Innovation scheme to team up with the University of Chester’s Department of Chemical Engineering to investigate the recovery of useful colloidal silica products from geothermal power operations. This will both improve the efficiency of the power plants and provide a sustainable source of colloidal silica. The
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Exclusive package holidays from Liverpool launched by LJLA - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 November 2019 Partnering with Myriad Travel, a local ATOL protected travel agent, Liverpool Airport Holidays offers customers unique package holidays, as well as exclusive airport offers on parking, fast-track and the airport lounge. Customers will also have access to 24/7 support whilst abroad, should they need it. The unique package holidays will feature on a dedicated page on the airport website and also
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University recognised for its commitment to the Armed Forces - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 November 2019 The University of Chester has received an accolade from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) in recognition of its support of the Armed Forces. The University received the Bronze Award in the MoD’s Employer Recognition Scheme and was presented with a certificate at the Cheshire Armed Forces Covenant Partnership Symposium earlier this month. The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) encourages
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College reveals new bus wrap designed by students - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 October 2019 Warrington & Vale Royal College has unveiled a striking new design for its dedicated college bus for the new academic year. The design is high impact, featuring illustrations of Warrington and Northwich landmarks, set amongst blue skies and lush green landscapes. The eye-catching bus, which is set to transport students from Winsford and Northwich to the college’s Warrington campus, was designed
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Adria Airways to increase its North West services - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 October 2019 Slovenian airline Adria Airways, is to become the latest airline to operate from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA), having today announced plans to commence a twice weekly service from LJLA to the Slovenian capital city of Ljubljana, starting next summer. Flights will commence on 20th May, 2020 operating on Saturdays and Wednesdays using 86 seat CRJ900 aircraft, continuing throughout the
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Village Hotel launches new Business Club - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
02 October 2019 The local Village Hotel Club in Warrington has opened the doors to its brand-new business club – VWorks – which will help support and promote the needs of local businesses and entrepreneurs by offering a place for local people to work, connect and network. Tailored to the needs of local workers and travellers alike, the new VWorks offering boasts impressive meeting rooms fitted with sharp,
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Exploring backflush filters with Croft Filters - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 September 2019 Whether you’re in the pharmaceutical, power generation, or food and beverage industry, many parts of your business need to run correctly at all times. If one thing doesnt run properly – even something as small as a filter – it can throw your entire production line off balance. According to research conducted by OneServe, downtime is a serious detriment to productivity in the workplace. Around 3%
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Rugby League starlets go back to their old school - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 September 2019 THREE former students who are now part of the Warrington Wolves RL Academy went back to their old school’s sports day celebration ceremony. Sir Thomas Boteler CE High School welcome back Karlton Bates (Class of 2017) and Dean Beddall (Class of 2018) who are now playing for the U19s Wolves team and Harry James (Class of 2018) who0 is knocking on the door of U19 selection and currently training on
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easyJet to operate Winter flights to Tenerife from Liverpool - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 September 2019 easyJet have announced that they will add another new route to their operations from Liverpool, by operating twice weekly flights to Tenerife commencing on 30th October 2019 for the Winter 2019/20 season. This will be easyJet’s fifth new route from Liverpool in the past 12 months and is the first time that they will have operated flights to Tenerife from Liverpool, complementing their existing
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LJLA awarded UK’s only 5 star airport rating for flight punctuality - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 August 2019 Liverpool John Lennon Airport has been awarded the UK’s only 5-star airport rating by the world’s leading air travel intelligence company, OAG for flight punctuality, confirming its status as the UK’s faster, easier, friendlier airport. With an on-time performance of 84.6% of flights running on time, the 5-star ranking represents excellent performance over a rolling 12-month period. Out of 18 UK
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Blue Whale Media take on Snowdon for the second year in a row - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 July 2019 THE team at Blue Whale Media like to set themselves a challenge in aid of a worthy cause every year. Last year, they seemed to choose one of the hottest weekends of the year, because climbing a mountain wasn’t enough of a challenge! This year, their annual trip was to Snowdon in Wales in aid of St Helens Mind. They tackled the mountain on 27th April 2019. They chose St Helens Mind as their
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Carden commits to Warrington Town and aims to keep squad together - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 July 2019 WARRINGTON Town boss Paul Carden has committed to the club by signing a contract extension and is now aiming to keep much of his squad together for another tilt at promotion next season. With six of the existing squad already agreeing new deals and a new signing – Carden appears to be well on his way. The Yellows were cruelly denied promotion to National League North at the weekend, beaten 3-2
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Alzheimer’s Research- Cupcake Day at Blue Whale Media - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 June 2019 Alzheimer’s Research- Cupcake Day at Blue Whale Media The Blue Whale Media team are always ready for a challenge. We’ve climbed mountains, ran marathons and now we’re facing possibly the most testing challenge ever; baking cupcakes! In the week prior, our team buzzed around the office with ideas and recipes in the days leading up to our cupcake day, all excited to share their creations.
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Business park announces winners of 'wellbeing' awards - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 June 2019 A WARRINGTON business park has announced the winners of its first-ever ”Expect More” awards. The awards are designed to recognise firms on Birchwood Park for their approach to employee workplace well being. Litmos Heroes, MPP Global, and Cavendish Nuclear were crowned winners of the inaugural competition. There werethree categories within the Expect More Awards to recognise small, medium and
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Oxford undergraduate's inspirational message to Warrington students - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 June 2019 AN undergraduate is encouraging other young people from Warrington to aim high as he finishes his law degree at Oxford University. Greg Horne, who studied A-Levels at Priestley College, is planning to become a barrister after his time at Christ Church is complete. In a video message recorded for prospective new Priestley students, the former Lymm High School pupil said he had not considered
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Warrington charity win Cheshire High Sheriff's Award for Enterprise 2019 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
21 June 2019 LOCAL charity Warrington Disability Partnership is celebrating after winning the Cheshire High Sheriff’s Award for Enterprise. More than 300 guests gathered at Chester Racecourse to celebrate the crËme de la crËme of the regionís business community at the prestigious annual Cheshire High Sheriffís Awards for Enterprise. Hosted by the High Sheriff of Cheshire, Alexis Redmond MBE, and the
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The Park Royal Hotel - Blush Afternoon Tea - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
19 June 2019 Add a touch of blush to your afternoon tea for just £25 per person What’s Included? Novus loose left tea A rose spritz Delicious sandwich fingers Homemade scones Homemade cakes 01925-730706 / bars@theparkroyal.co.uk
Find out moreVillage Hotel Warrington - Tribute Night Offer BUY ONE GET ONE FREE - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
18 June 2019 Village Hotel Warrington – BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ON TICKETS. Friday 2nd August – Boogie Nights 70’s Disco. Friday 23rd August – Dancing Through The Decades. Includes a 3 course meal, entertainment and a late bar. £25pp 01925-377540 Village Hotel Warrington, Centre Park, Warrington, WA1 1QA
Find out morePriestley College – T-Level Employer Information Event – Tues 25 June 2019, 09:30-11:30 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
13 June 2019 Priestley College – T-Level Employer Information Event – Tues 25 June 2019, 09:30-11:30 Priestley College will begin offering the new T-Level qualification in September 2020. This 2 year post GCSE qualification aims to provide vocationally focused study with a compulsory 45-day placement. Priestley College is one of only 50 colleges in the UK to be launching T-Levels in 2020 and to begin with
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Roar with the Dragons for St. Rocco’s! - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
04 June 2019 Roar with the Dragons for St. Rocco’s! This year’s St. Rocco’s Dragon Boat Race takes place on Sunday 28 th July at Warrington Rowing Club. The event is always well supported and the competitive spirit of the teams is always high. Last year’s final was a photo finish with the Mighty Loaders just pipping the teams from Walker Begley, Zachary Daniels and Dainty’s Dragons to the post with less than
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Paid internships opportunities available for local businesses - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
08 May 2019 A number of five and 10 week internships are being offered through the University of Chester, as part of the Eco-Innovation Cheshire and Warrington project which is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund. Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) based in Cheshire and Warrington have the opportunity to find potential future employees and to benefit from the latest knowledge in
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Student entrepreneur's sustainable co-operative sweeps the board - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 April 2019 A student-led business has swept the board at the Young Enterprise Student Start-up Regional Finals with an initiative which will help support communities in North Africa. Set up by second year Global Entrepreneurship and Business Management student Jessica Kelly, 21, from Delamere, The Goat Tree is an argan oil co-operative, founded after a summer business trip to Morocco. The Fairtrade
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University to host evening with Warrington Wolves - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
24 April 2019 UNIVERSITY of Chester Warrington Campus have announced their first Public Lecture event of 2019 – an evening with the Warrington Wolves. ‘An Evening with Warrington Wolves’ will take place on Tuesday 30th April in the Lance Dobson Hall at the Warrington Campus starting at 6.30pm. Free tea and coffee will be served from 6.00pm. Warrington Wolvesí Chief Executive – Karl Fitzpatrick, Chairman –
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Tickets sell out in just four hours for Warrington Music Festival - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 April 2019 THOUSANDS of tickets for the first day of the free Warrington Music Festival have been snapped up in record time with huge demand causing the website to briefly crash. Tickets were released at 9am on Friday 22 March and by 1.10pm, every one of the 2,800 free tickets had been claimed. Ian Cox, Centre Director at Golden Square Shopping Centre, said: ìThe response has been phenomenal. As soon as we
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New meet, eat and work destination to drive innovation at Birchwood Park - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
05 April 2019 PATRIZIA-managed Birchwood Park, the North West’s leading out-of-town business destination is proud to be launching Warrington’s first-of-its-kind, all day, eat and meet working destination, set to promote collaboration and wellbeing amongst the park’s 6,000 occupiers. The park, which was established 20 years ago and is currently home to more than 165 businesses and organisations from Dr Sch‰r
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College community collects food for those in need - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 April 2019 WARRINGTON foodbank has thanked Priestley College students, parents and staff for supporting them over Christmas and New Year. Collections in college gathered 275.15kgs of food, which will be used to feed those people in Warrington who, through no fault of their own, find themselves in hardship, distress or crisis. The donations might also be used for the foodbankís childrenís project where
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Turning back the clock - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
03 April 2019 WARRINGTON Wolves turned back the clock with the unveiling of a restored version of the old Wilderspool scoreboard at Victoria Park as legends of the club took a trip down memory lane. Past players turned out in force to mark the occasion alongside current squad member Bennie Westwood, the ‘last man standing’ from the Wilderspool era, who was involved in the final Super League game at the old
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New Pub & Grill now open at Village Hotel - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 March 2019 The Village Hotel has undergone a major refurbishment with the opening of the brand new Pub & Grill, taking recent investment to over £1m. The new facility provides all day dining facilities alongside big screen TVs for sports fans, alongside a plush dining area for those who prefer a more intimate dining experience. As well as the traditional big screens at the bar, there is also a mini cinema
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Alicia's Army launch Friday Feeling Starlight t-shirt - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
27 March 2019 A group of 19 ladies walking together in the St. Rocco’s Starlight Ladies Walk on Friday June 21 were the first to reveal this yearís Friday Feeling Starlight T-shirt. They will all be walking in memory of Alicia Callaghan and say she would be furious if she knew she was missing out on being part of their fabulous team for this yearís event. Alicia from Latchford, passed away after being cared
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Village Hotel Charity Night - Saturday 27th October 2018 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
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Digital hub to be opened in Pyramid Arts Centre - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 September 2018 Culture Warrington to work alongside digital agency Carpe Diem to transform Pyramid into a centre for Performance, Music and Digital arts Extensive refit planned to create bespoke co-working space for the town’s burgeoning digital and creative talent Fledgling digital and creative companies in Warrington have received a boost, with the announcement of a new collaboration and co-working
Find out moreUnlock Business Opportunities in Hong Kong UK Roadshow - Northern Powerhouse - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
07 September 2018 Join us for our roadshow as it arrives in the Northern Powerhouse as we mark the launch of UK’s partnership with Hong Kong’s Business of Design Week (BODW) 2019. Find out about the present and future opportunities across all sectors in Hong Kong, Macau and China’s Greater Bay Area and how your company can benefit from BODW. BODW is Asia’s leading annual event on design, innovation and brands. The
Find out moreBringing North America to the Northern Powerhouse Regional Tour 2018 - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
09 August 2018 The Department of International Trade’s (DIT) Head of Trade from Atlanta, Rebecca Mowat will be touring the Northern Powerhouse with colleagues from the market entry specialists, OCO in September. This is an excellent opportunity to hear about DIT North America offer to Northern businesses; explore potential business opportunities in North America; and understand how our North American teams and
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Blue Whale Media Invest in Motion Graphics Design and Video Drone Technology - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
17 July 2018 Warrington-based web developer, Blue Whale Media have added a new dimension to their web-based services with the inclusion of a motion graphics designer to the graphics team. With websites now becoming increasingly more animated and video-based, Blue Whale Media felt it necessary to bolster the company’s editing abilities and services with the addition of Luke Christopher, a 21-year-old motion
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Warrington’s own buses, the new name for Network Warrington, has got its claws stuck into Lymm and south Warrington making wholesale improvements to the network - Warrington Chamber of Commerce
10 July 2018 Warrington’s own buses, the new name for Network Warrington, has got its claws stuck into Lymm and south Warrington making wholesale improvements to the network. The introduction of the ‘Cheshire Cat’, a newly branded network servicing the south of the borough, has come into effect and offers a high frequency service, up to every 10 minutes, across a simplified and better-connected network. These
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