Diamond Ambassadors

Burnley College welcomed the Lord Lieutenant of Lancashire, Amanda Parker, for an in-depth look at the College's cutting-edge facilities and unique educational programmes. Once again officially recognised by the Government as the Number One college in England*, Burnley College stands as a beacon of excellence and innovation in the education sector. During her tour, led by Burnley College Principal Karen [...]

Following the resounding success of YAB - Your Affordable Board Burnley, Chris Ball, the pioneering franchisee at Forward Thinking, is thrilled to announce the launch of a new YAB group in Rawtenstall on Thursday, 25th April. This expansion marks a significant milestone in fostering a vibrant business community in East Lancashire. YAB, known for its innovative approach to business networking, [...]

In an impressive showcase of collaboration and partnership within the sports and fitness sector, Burnley College has been honoured with the Outstanding Collaboration Award at the 2024 Red Rose Awards. The accolade is testament to the College’s strategic alliances with prominent organisations including England Lacrosse, Burnley FC, British Cycling and British Rowing and other key players across the UK, [...]

Nelson and Colne College Group students are celebrating top table results in the first ever Lancashire College Skills Competition. Students from a number of industry areas, across Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College, went head-to-head with other colleges from across the county to test their knowledge and technical skills in a number of scenarios. Held over two [...]

An aspiring mathematician has been awarded a coveted award for her academic skills and problem solving from Cambridge University. Halima Usman, who is studying for her A Levels in Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Biology and EPQ at Nelson and Colne College, has been presented with a silver award after demonstrating her knowledge as part of a university-led course. STEM SMART, which stands for [...]

As Burnley was awash with Claret and Blue celebrating the annual College Clarets Takeover at Turf Moor, the team stepped up and triumphed against Brentford. It’s the third year in a row the Clarets have won the match following the celebration which sees Burnley College and the Premiership team join forces. Last year the Clarets smashed Huddersfield 4-0. The [...]

As we reach the midway point of the government-led Energy Company Obligation 4 (ECO4) scheme Mark Robinson, Head of Sales and Marketing at Euro Energy Group, is taking a moment to reflect on the journey so far. The scheme launched in April 2022 and will run until March 2026 but awareness of the scheme and its benefits are not widely [...]

Unfair prejudice occurs when the rights of shareholders in a company are violated or when their interests are harmed. This could include instances where minority shareholders are treated unfairly, excluded from decisions, denied information, or where the majority shareholders act in a manner that undermines the rights of minority shareholders. A Section 994 petition is a legal recourse available [...]

Nelson and Colne College first year A level student Sai Chinmayee Naresh Kumaar has triumphed over thousands of students worldwide in a prestigious biology competition. The 16-year-old won a silver award at the British Biology Olympiad (BBO), a prestigious international competition, beating off competition from students a year ahead of her in their studies. The accolade was all the more [...]

Private equity firm Cow Corner Investments strengthens its foothold in the technology sector with a strategic investment in Clitheroe-based Glider Technology. Cow Corner Investments, a prominent private equity firm specialising in services and software businesses, has finalised the acquisition of a majority shareholding in Glider Technology, a leading Prop Tech company based in Clitheroe. The transaction, completed for an undisclosed sum, marks [...]