Budget Commentary: Roger Phillips, Tax Partner at PM+M | Member News
Budget comment from Roger Phillips, Tax Partner at PM+M: Working people will pay the price for today’s Budget, no matter how much the Treasury dresses it up. It’s been 112 days since Labour came to power, and after three months of febrile speculation, Rachel Reeves finally delivered the most hyped-up budget that I can remember in 20 years of [...]
How Pierce Can Help Achieve Sustainable Growth | Member News
It’s not been easy for the UK’s manufacturing and engineering sectors in recent years. High energy and material costs, supply chain volatility, worker shortages, and post-Brexit trade disruption have all contributed to creating a challenging environment—and that is without even mentioning COVID-19. The sum effect is that output in these sectors has decreased dramatically over the past two years [...]
Nelson and Colne College student is finalist for prestigious national award | Member News
A student from Nelson and Colne College has been shortlisted for the prestigious Association of Colleges (AoC) Student of the Year Awards – Apprentice of the Year Shelley Gill, 47, from Burnley, is the only finalist from the North West and will compete against students from across the UK for the highly sought-after title. The AoC Student of the [...]
Nelson and Colne College Group earns prestigious Silver Award for support of Armed Forces Community | Member News
Nelson and Colne College Group (NCCG) has announced it has achieved the Silver Award under the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) for 2024. The accolade follows the NCCG’s Bronze Award in the same scheme last year, highlighting its continued dedication to supporting Defence and the wider Armed Forces community. The ERS was launched to honour employers who [...]
Lancashire-based Green Shield Group install cutting-edge solar wall at Addison Group as part of the groups’ wider CSR strategy | Member News
Renewable energy providers Green Shield Group (GSG) have announced an award-winning solar wall project at Addison Group, their third project focusing on solar wall technology within the aerospace and manufacturing industry. Addison Group, based in Lancashire appointed Green Shield Group to deliver a 70.98 kWp roof and wall solar PV system saving the business an additional £10,000 in energy [...]
Julie Hesmondhalgh awarded Honorary Fellowship at Accrington Town Hall in Nelson and Colne College Group ceremony | Member News
Students from Nelson and Colne College Group University Centre were joined by an award-winning actor as they celebrated their graduation ceremony. More than 150 students gathered at Accrington Town Hall to mark their academic achievements at the college’s 2024 graduation ceremony. This year’s event was particularly special as local actor and proud advocate for Accrington, Julie Hesmondhalgh, received an Honorary [...]
Burnley College Students Use Their Skills to Transcribe Historic Journals | Member News
A team of four Burnley College students have completed an enriching six-week work placement at the renowned Lancashire Archives. Abbie Whitehead (a former pupil at The Hollins, Accrington), Faith Henstock (a former pupil at Skipton Girls’ High School), Patrick Wilson and Paxton McNaught (both former pupils at Mount Carmel High School, Accrington) took advantage of this unique opportunity through [...]
Accrington and Rossendale College apprentices take home first and second at national competition | Member News
Two apprentices from Accrington and Rossendale College (ARC) have achieved national recognition after their outstanding performances at the Painting and Decorating Association (PDA) Apprentice Paperhanger Competition. Competing against 36 contestants from seven colleges across the UK, Holly Duffy and Sam Farnworth demonstrated exceptional skill in paper hanging, achieving first and second place in the competition. Holly Duffy, a 22-year-old [...]
Burnley College Leads the Way as one of First to Offer Fully-Funded Modular Courses | Member News
Burnley College is proud to announce its participation in a ground-breaking national trial, becoming one of the first UK colleges to offer innovative modular courses for degree-level learners. Officially the Number 1 College in England*, Burnley College is pioneering this new approach to education, offering exciting opportunities tailored to the specific needs of individuals and businesses. This initiative underscores Burnley [...]
Burnley College Leads the Way as one of First to Offer Fully-Funded Modular Courses | Member News
Burnley College is proud to announce its participation in a ground-breaking national trial, becoming one of the first UK colleges to offer innovative modular courses for degree-level learners. Officially the Number 1 College in England*, Burnley College is pioneering this new approach to education, offering exciting opportunities tailored to the specific needs of individuals and businesses. This initiative underscores Burnley [...]