A depressing year
16/12/2021
This week Jim looks back on 2021 a rollercoaster year for business and the Prime Minister, whilst abroad there were worrying signs of future conflict.
Downtown Boss Urges Government to Restore Business Help
16/12/2021
Frank McKenna, is urging Chancellor Rishi Sunak and the government to re-introduce some financial support packages for businesses, as the imposition of new restrictions threatens many with closure.
Training 2000 donates to Blackburn Food Bank in time for Christmas!
16/12/2021
Local training provider Training 2000 donates almost 400kg of items to Blackburn Food Bank with the help of staff, learners and employers.
International payments: Key drivers and market insights into global currencies
16/12/2021
Our international payments partner, Western Union Business Solutions, provides us with monthly market insight into global currencies.
Lufthansa connects Liverpool globally
14/12/2021
Liverpool John Lennon Airport has announced a new connection with Lufthansa, that will see flights from LJLA to Lufthansa’s hub in Frankfurt begin in May 2022. The connection will bring huge benefits to the city regions business community and beyond.
Building a Better Future For All – Government Minister Praises Burnley College
13/12/2021
The Government Minister for Skills has praised Burnley College for the “state-of-the-art equipment and outstanding teaching” learners have access to – as it Builds Futures and Changes Lives in the North West.
A short guide to directors’ duties in the United Kingdom
10/12/2021
In their bitesize guide, Kennedys outline the duties of company directors in the UK, along with the impact of Covid-19 on their responsibilities and the potential for reform.
Families start the festive season at Burnley College’s popular Winter Wonderland!
10/12/2021
Christmas officially arrived in Burnley at the popular Burnley College Winter Wonderland event.
We (Re)Visit… Liverpool John Lennon Airport
09/12/2021
We revisit LJLA and speak to chief executive, John Irving, about the latest developments with covid restrictions and how the airport has operated over the past twelve months.
Bruntwood Works partners with physiotherapy provider Altius Healthcare
08/12/2021
Bruntwood Works, one of the UK’s leading commercial property companies, has partnered with leading physiotherapy and treatment clinic Altius Healthcare as it continues to invest in health as part of its focus on workplace wellbeing.
Azets strengthens tax practice in the Midlands
07/12/2021
Azets, the largest regional accountancy firm and business advisor to SMEs, with 14 offices across the Midlands, Shropshire, and Welsh Borders, has strengthened its tax practice in the region with three senior appointments.
New partnership with premiere live venue is music to the ears
07/12/2021
Music production and performance students hone employability skills