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Burnley College is delighted to reveal it has been highly commended in the Skill Provider category of the prestigious Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs) 2024. This accolade highlights Burnley College's exceptional commitment to providing outstanding skills training and development opportunities, cementing its position as a leading educational and training provider. The BIBAs, recognised as Lancashire's premier business awards, brings [...]

Accrington and Rossendale College University Centre are celebrating the success of one of their students, Libby Whitehead, after she won two gold medals at the UNJJ International Ju Jitsu competition in Otterbach, Germany. Libby, a 20-year-old BSC Sports Coaching and Performance student from Baxenden, has been practising Ju Jitsu since she was four years old. At the competition, which featured [...]

Accrington and Rossendale College University Centre are celebrating the success of one of their students, Libby Whitehead, after she won two gold medals at the UNJJ International Ju Jitsu competition in Otterbach, Germany. Libby, a 20-year-old BSC Sports Coaching and Performance student from Baxenden, has been practising Ju Jitsu since she was four years old. At the competition, which featured [...]

Nelson and Colne College (NCCG) has announced the appointment of three distinguished professionals to its Board. Arif Ahmad, Sarah Applewhite and Darren Hutton join the NCCG board, bringing with them extensive expertise across key sectors including finance, education and digital leadership. Arif and Darren are former pupils of the College, who have developed highly successful careers since studying with us. [...]

Nelson and Colne College (NCCG) has announced the appointment of three distinguished professionals to its Board. Arif Ahmad, Sarah Applewhite and Darren Hutton join the NCCG board, bringing with them extensive expertise across key sectors including finance, education and digital leadership. Arif and Darren are former pupils of the College, who have developed highly successful careers since studying with us. [...]

PM+M - the Blackburn and Bury-based chartered accountancy, business advisory and financial planning group - has grown its leadership team with the appointment of Simon Read who is now a director in the audit, accounting + advisory team. Simon joins PM+M from Azets where he worked for 10 years. Prior to that he worked at Baker Tilly (RSM Tenon). [...]

A brand new bootcamp for Leaders and Managers launches this Autumn. Developed in line with the Government’s Skills for Life initiative, this comprehensive programme is meticulously designed to equip Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) owners with the tools and knowledge necessary to foster strong, effective leadership within their organisations. The Leadership & Management Bootcamp begins this October with a [...]

Lancashire-based charities, Advocacy Focus and Lancashire Women, are teaming up to host their first joint Fashion Fundraiser on Wednesday 16th October at Mitton Hall Hotel in Clitheroe. The evening promises a stylish celebration, with a runway show by Willow Tree Boutique, stalls from local businesses, and a charitable twist—attendees will be encouraged to purchase pre-loved clothing donated to the [...]

North West Business Advisory and Accountancy Firm, Pierce, are delighted to announce several strategic hires across several departments enhancing its capacity to support clients in a rapidly evolving economic landscape. The addition of these employees reflects the firm’s commitment to growth and delivering high-quality services to its expanding client base. L-R: Catherine Shaw, Mohammed Bux, Josh Donohoe and Gill Cefai [...]

PM+M - the Blackburn and Bury-based chartered accountancy, business advisory and financial planning group - has acquired Ribble Valley Mortgages. The value of the deal has not been disclosed, but it will see Mark Chadwick, founder of Ribble Valley Mortgages, become a director in PM+M’s financial planning team. Ribble Valley Mortgages, founded in February 2019, has successfully grown its [...]