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What More UK Shortlisted for 6 Industry Awards
East Lancashire housewares manufacturer What More UK has confirmed its position as a leading organisation in the Northern Powerhouse with shortlistings for 6 industry awards, 3 regional, 2 national and 1 international. Company employees
Accrington Mosque gets national recognition and congratulations from Council
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic places of worship have remained closed for prayer in congregation, with restrictions now easing Raza Jamia Masjid, Accrington, has been identified nationally for their proactive response. Cllr Miles Parkinson OBE,
HYNDBURN LEADERS STEP UP WITH SHOP LOCAL INITIATIVE
To coincide with the reopening of Highstreets, Hyndburn’s flag has been flown for all to see. The #ThinkHyndburn campaign has seen townships taken over with banners, flags and signs - marking the start of
Journey to ‘bring the extraordinary’ to Accrington and Rossendale College with impressive campus transformation
Accrington and Rossendale College’s journey towards becoming extraordinary is continuing – as the £4million campus transformation enters its final phase. The college, which became part of the Nelson and Colne College Group in 2018,
£1m Grant Funding available to Support Local Businesses through a Discretionary Grants Fund
From the 4th June, businesses which have been affected by the COVID-19 crisis can apply to Hyndburn Borough Council for a grant of up to £25,000 under new guidance released by the Government as
Business advice on re-opening – Legionella warning
Many businesses will be re-opening in June following closures introduced to help control the spread of coronavirus. Some firms are due to open on June 1st, such as outdoor markets and car showrooms, followed
What More UK Announces New Building Works
What More UK, the organisation behind the famous home storage brand Wham, has announced the latest in a series of multi-million pound investments at their Altham manufacturing site. The new development will provide 26,000
Healthier Hyndburn’ campaign announced in response to new Government Roadmap
Healthier Hyndburn’ campaign announced in response to new Government Roadmap The new strategy outlined by Central Government sets out a roadmap to existing lockdown measures being eased in a safe and measured way. Part
What More UK: Keeping the Country’s Shelves Stocked
What More UK, the Altham based manufacturer of housewares, is doing everything it can to keep supermarket shelves stocked with Bakeware products. Ever since the coronavirus lockdown began people have been searching for ways
Hair and Beauty salons are a highlight of Accrington and Rossendale College’s £4million makeover
Brand new industry-standard Hairdressing and Beauty salons are a highlight of Accrington and Rossendale College’s £4million makeover. The bright and spacious salons are kitted out with top spec equipment used in industry, to ensure
Corona can’t stop the ceremony – Great Harwood Rovers find innovative way to celebrate new sponsorship deal
The club’s home venue was crowned ‘Moorland Arena’ during a zoom ceremony with MP Sara Britcliffe, Moorland Headteacher, Jonathan Harrison and Mark Pickup, Great Harwood Rovers Trustee. Moorland Private School have chosen to support
Hyndburn leaders join Royal British Legion call to mark VE Day from home
The 75th anniversary of VE Day is approaching next Friday 8th May and Hyndburn’s MP and Council Leader are backing the Royal British Legion’s call for the nation to mark the anniversary from home
Hyndburn Mayoral Charity Fund launches Just Giving page to support Community Hub
This year the Mayoral Charity Fund will support the Hyndburn Hub who are working to assist vulnerable people in the borough during the current crisis. Mayor of Hyndburn, Cllr June Harrison, said: “As Mayor
What More UK Retool from Storage Boxes to Personal Protective Equipment to Support the NHS in this Crisis
Manufacturing giant What More UK have announced they will be saving lives and protecting the NHS by going into production of personal protective equipment. What More UK have proudly announced they will be doing
Accrington and Rossendale College goes from strength to strength as it celebrates rise in National Achievement Rate Tables
Accrington and Rossendale College is continuing to go from strength to strength – boosting its position in the newly published National Achievement Rate Tables following its successful merger with Nelson and Colne College. Within