Pierce: Understanding the Recent and Upcoming Holiday Pay and Entitlement Legislation Changes | Member News
In June 2023, the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 (“REUL”) received Royal Assent which meant much of the case law brought in by EU courts could be reconsidered by High Courts of the UK. In addition to this, the UK Government also decided to reverse the decision made in the Harper Trust v Brazel case, which [...]
Themis Inspire & Achieve Awards 2024: Celebrating top Apprentices and Employers | Member News
The glittering Themis Inspire and Achieve Awards 2024 have taken place, celebrating the success, the passion and the innovation of Themis Apprentices and leading employers in Lancashire. The prestigious ceremony was held at Burnley Football Club and saw Themis Apprentices and Employers winning trophies in categories including Future Boss, Digital Pioneer and the Ultimate Vision Award and was generously [...]
Pendleside Hospice: Celebrating 15 Years of the Pendle Pub Walk | Member News
In 2009, the Rotary Club of Burnley Pendleside kicked off the Pendle Pub Walk – a 10-mile hike through Burnley and Pendle's countryside. Fast forward to 2024, and this annual event is celebrating its 15th year, having raised over a whopping £825,000 for charity throughout the years. Not bad for a walk that started with 40 participants and £1,500 [...]
Napthens raise £5,313 for Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone at Annual Charity Clay Shoot | Member News
An annual event hosted by law firm Napthens raised £5,313 for local charity Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone. Held at the Coniston Hotel and shooting ground at Skipton, North Yorkshire, the day saw local businesses unite to raise vital funds for the charity. Sponsored by Napthens, ACG Renewables and Bowker Motor Group, the day featured shooting in the countryside, [...]
R3 in the North West responds to the 2023 annual insolvency statistics | Member News
Corporate insolvencies rose by to a 30-year high in 2023, while personal insolvencies fell by 12.9% year-on-year, according to figures published today by the Insolvency Service. There were 25,158 seasonally adjusted corporate insolvencies in 2023. This was an increase of 7% from 2022’s figure of 22,123, an increase of 78.9% on 2021’s figure of 14,059, and an increase of [...]
IoT Horizon Successfully Renews Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation! | Member News
IoT Horizon Ltd has achieved the successful renewal of both its Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation, highlighting its commitment to robust cyber security practices. This renewal isn’t just about ticking boxes; it is a testament to the proactive approach in the ever-changing world of cyber threats. The Cyber Essentials certifications validate the implementation of fundamental security measures, [...]
Lancaster University and IN4 Group Partnership Set to Make the Region UK’s Cyber Skills Capital | Member News
Lancaster University and IN4 Group have signed a new partnership, which will attract major investment into North West towns to develop the best tech talent from across every community in the region. It will see the establishment of 24 CyberFirst Gold Hubs, one in each of the North West Local Authority areas, which aims to give every single young [...]
Exploring the Future of Manufacturing: LC Automation and Make UK Hosts Captivating Networking Event in Blackburn | Member News
North West Manufacturers and industry enthusiasts, mark your calendars for a morning of innovation and collaboration as LC Automation and Make UK hosts a dynamic networking session at the LC Automation Head Office in Blackburn. Make UK is dedicated to supporting and championing the UK manufacturing sector, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of manufacturing in our [...]
Burnley College Adult Learners Shine as they Smash National Average in GCSE Results | Member News
Burnley College is proud to announce that its outstanding Adult Learners have significantly surpassed the national average pass rate for both GCSE Maths and English. The College's Adult Learners sitting GCSE Maths achieved an outstanding pass rate, more than double the national average. Meanwhile, GCSE English Adult Learners celebrated a pass rate more than 50% higher than the national [...]
Hop, Skip & Jump for East Lancashire Hospice! | Member News
Are you ready to leap into action for a cause that truly matters? East Lancashire Hospice, is gearing up for its annual Hop, Skip & Jump event, and they're calling on all local schools, nurseries, Brownie, Rainbow, and Scout groups in Blackburn, Darwen, Hyndburn, and the Ribble Valley to join them in making a difference. Last year's event was [...]
