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Education Secretary discusses skills, growth and opportunity at Chamber 1815 Lunch
More than 200 senior business leaders from across the region gathered at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light last week for …
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Member Spotlight: Bespoke Integrity Solutions Ltd
This week, we caught up with the consultancy specialists to see how they’ve gone further with their Chamber membership. …
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In defence of slowing down: what the small tasks teach us
By Jessie Kelly-Baxter, policy manager At a recent event on Artificial Intelligence (AI), one theme kept coming up: AI excels …
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John McCabe backs collaborative approach to Mayor’s development zone
John McCabe, chief executive at the North East Chamber of Commerce, has reaffirmed his commitment to collaboration and regional growth …
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Chamber launches new policy plan to unlock the North East economy
The North East Chamber of Commerce has launched its new policy plan 2025–27, Unlocking the North East Economy, outlining how …
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The business of fitness in the North East
National Fitness Day is a celebration of movement, wellbeing and the positive impact of sport on people’s lives. …
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Chamber response to the North East AI Growth Zone
John McCabe, chief executive at the North East Chamber of Commerce, said: “We welcome today’s announcement of …
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North East unemployment rises as inactivity and employment gap persist
Josh Maratty, policy adviser at the North East Chamber of Commerce, said: “The ONS employment figures released today (16 September 2025) …
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Chamber celebrates women driving change at Inspiring Women in Business Conference
Inspirational stories of resilience, leadership and action were shared at the North East Chamber of Commerce’s Inspiring Women …
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The vital role of charities in the North East
Charities are a cornerstone of life in the North East. From tackling poverty and inequality to supporting health, education, culture, …
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From working lass to business leader – backing women entrepreneurs in the North East
By Joanne Clough, Director of Social Sustainability at Lloyds Banking Group The North East has always drawn strength from its …
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People behind the partnership: Stuart Jones
Ahead of our September newsletter, we caught up with Stuart Jones, Managing Director at First Rail Open Access, the operator …
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