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 [...]
Farleys Solicitors Announces Latest Round of Partner and Associate Partner Promotions | Member News
North West-based law firm Farleys Solicitors is pleased to announce a significant round of promotions within its team, further strengthening the firm’s leadership. Jo Smith and Victoria Marsh have been appointed as Associate Partners, while Sally Eastwood, Ashlea Thornton, and Emma Proctor have been promoted to Partners at the firm, which boasts a team of over 150 legal professionals [...]
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 [...]
HAPPA: Second Chance for Abandoned Thoroughbreds | Member News
Two abandoned Thoroughbreds in desperate need of veterinary assistance and care are now safe and have a second chance of a brighter future full of love and happiness, thanks to equine charity HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association), based in Burnley, Lancashire. HAPPA’s mission to Give a Second Chance to equines through Rescue, Rehabilitation, Rehoming and Education is encompassed [...]
East Lancashire Hospice invites you to join the Charity Box Challenge | Member News
Businesses have been battling against each other for a common cause – to raise the most amount of money possible for East Lancashire Hospice. Pupils at schools and colleges across East Lancashire are being invited to make a change with their change – to help raise much-needed funds for East Lancashire Hospice. The hospice are inviting people to take [...]
Burnley FC stars engage students at Nelson & Colne College | Member News
Nelson and Colne College students were treated to an unforgettable experience when players from Burnley Football Club made a special visit last month. The event, which took place at the Nelson campus, provided a unique opportunity for students to hear firsthand from four Clarets about their journeys in professional football, emphasising the importance of mental resilience in achieving success. [...]
Ram Gupta has been named one of the UK’s Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2024 | Member News
Ram Gupta, CEO of Nybble, has been recognised as one of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2024, in partnership with The Times. Created by trusted investment partner LDC – part of Lloyds Banking Group, The Top 50 celebrates entrepreneurs demonstrating remarkable ambition, and is now in its seventh year. This year the programme received more [...]
Burnley College Highly Commended in Finals of Prestigious BIBAs Awards 2024 | Member News
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 [...]
