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REVEALED: Red Rose Awards 2026 finalists are named By Rob Kelly The finalists in this year’s much-anticipated Red Rose Awards have been officially unveiled today. The winner of each of the 25 awards will be announced on stage at a glittering, black tie ceremony held at the iconic Winter Gardens Blackpool on March 12. In the run up to [...]

Lancashire Adult Learning’s Free Online Deaf Awareness Course Are you interested in learning more about deaf awareness and British Sign Language? Why not join one of our free online courses to learn more about BSL and effective communication with deaf people. In this one-off session you will be introduced to deaf awareness and British Sign Language (BSL) You will [...]

Level 3 Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship Cyber Security isn’t just a priority—it’s the future of business. Blackburn College is proud to introduce a brand-new Cyber Defence Apprenticeship, launching March 2026. Designed to empower IT teams with cutting-edge skills, this programme helps organisations stay ahead of evolving threats and build a stronger, more secure digital future. About the role Cyber [...]

Dragon's Den Star Kirsty Henshaw to Inspire at Hyndburn Jobs Fair Dragon’s Den star and award-winning entrepreneur Kirsty Henshaw will be a special guest at the Hyndburn Jobs Fair, taking place on Monday 9th February at Accrington Town Hall. The free-to-attend event, organised by Hyndburn Borough Council, will run from 10am to 3pm and is open to members of [...]

Beat the 2026 Tax Shake-Up: The Smart Way for Landlords to Go Digital What is Making Tax Digital (MTD)? As part of the government’s initiative to digitalise and modernise the tax system, from April 2026, landlords will be required to use HMRC-compliant software to record rental income and expenses, and to submit quarterly updates rather than a single annual [...]

Apprenticeship Careers Event Returns Bigger And Better Than Ever At Burnley College Employers ready to harness the power of highly skilled and motivated apprentices are making preparations to meet the next generation of local talent, as the hugely successful Themis Apprenticeship Careers Event returns. It is the ideal opportunity for apprentices looking for employment in all sectors to talk [...]

Plus Opto Secures Succession with Management Buyout Pierce Corporate Finance is pleased to announce the successful completion of a Management Buyout (MBO) at Leigh-based Plus Opto Limited, achieving an important milestone in the company’s succession planning and long-term growth strategy. Plus Opto was founded in 1994 by Geoff and Sheila Woods and has grown into a respected specialist provider [...]

Accrington Stanley Supporters Trust Celebrates Club Heritage and Calls for Memorabilia Donations The Official Accrington Stanley Supporters Trust (OASST) is continuing its mission to protect and celebrate the proud heritage of Accrington Stanley and is inviting fans to help grow its impressive collection of club memorabilia. As a founder member of the Football League in 1888, the OASST have [...]

Financial Affairs Relocates to Business First Northlight to Support Their Continued Growth Financial Affairs, a long-established firm of insurance brokers and financial planners, has officially relocated its headquarters from Standish Street in Burnley to the world class facility at Business First Northlight. This marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey. Founded in 1972, Financial Affairs has spent [...]