Archived Press Releases
Local youths to give home to rare wildlife
12/15/2006 3:03:57 PM
Wirral’s ‘ Local Mini Wardens’ are to give sanctuary to hundreds of rare birds and insects this Sunday when they help plant a 100metre wildlife hedgerow at Bidston Moss.
Political Leaders vote Manchester
12/15/2006 10:58:32 AM
Manchester is delighted to announce the Labour Party Annual Conference will once again take place at Manchester Central in 2008 and 2010.
mediacity:uk consortium
12/15/2006 9:23:18 AM
A response to the BBC Board of Governors’ decision today regarding mediacity:uk - an ambitious scheme to deliver the UK’s first media city.
AIF and NWDA complete joint venture
12/13/2006 4:37:22 PM
NorwePP, a public private partnership, has been launched today by the NWDA and Ashtenne Industrial Fund (AIF) to manage and develop the Agency’s portfolio of commercial premises.
New Chief Executive announced for Cumbria Vision
12/11/2006 1:47:54 PM
Cumbria Vision, the organisation established to provide strategic leadership for the economic development of Cumbria, has appointed Richard Greenwood as Chief Executive.
Numbers add up for revolutionary software firm
12/8/2006 12:20:40 PM
A new company set to revolutionise the way businesses predict cashflow has received backing of over half a million pounds from Merseyside Special Investment Fund, the NWDA and Business Liverpool.
£1 million kick-starts Carlisle Renaissance
12/6/2006 2:54:24 PM
The first phase of ‘Carlisle Renaissance’, the city’s ambitious regeneration vision, has been kick-started thanks to a £1 million investment by the NWDA.
Overseas visitors to be surveyed
11/27/2006 11:04:07 AM
Cumbria Tourism has started work on a major new survey which aims to find out what international visitors think of the county as a holiday destination.
Local residents to help shape future of Bickershaw Colliery
11/20/2006 2:14:35 PM
Local residents are being invited to give ideas on how they would like to be involved in the detailed design and delivery of the former Bickershaw Colliery, in Leigh, as plans for the redevelopment of the site progress.
Evans Easyspace Ellesmere Port Groundbreaking
11/20/2006 2:11:04 PM
The Mayor of Ellesmere Port and Neston, Cllr Marie Lewis has officially launched the construction work on the new £3.5 million Evans Business Centre on the Pioneer Business Park, Ellesmere Port.
New Director for North West Accelerator Science
11/16/2006 4:26:12 PM
LIVERPOOL, UK – November 2006: The Cockcroft Institute – one of the UK’s flagship centres of excellence in accelerator science – has appointed world-renowned physicist Professor Swapan Chattopadhyay as its Inaugural Director.
England’s Golf Coast Joins World’s Best
11/16/2006 3:17:26 PM
The world ‘s biggest golf tour operators are being encouraged to bring their travelling clients to England’s Golf Coast (www.englandsgolfcoast.com)
Biotechnology achievements showcased at glittering awards ceremony
11/16/2006 3:15:11 PM
Last night Bionow, the Northwest Regional Development Agency’s (NWDA) biotechnology cluster support group, held the annual Northwest Biotechnology Awards at the Mere Golf and Country Club in Cheshire. The event attended by 185 guests was a resounding succ
Who will be the Next Big Thing?
11/15/2006 10:22:55 AM
Over 500 14-18 year olds from schools, colleges and universities from across England’s Northwest will be learning about how to start their own businesses at The Next Big Thing.
Northwest rises to the climate change challenge
11/9/2006 3:09:45 PM
Chief Scientific Adviser to the government, Professor Sir David King, laid out the challenges of climate change and how the UK can combat these, at a key conference to mark the launch of the Northwest Climate Change Action Plan
Chinese companies head to Manchester
10/30/2006 10:02:35 AM
Manchester is becoming an increasingly popular business destination for Chinese businesses, with 7 Chinese companies recently relocating to the city.
Winners of Northwest tourism ‘Oscars’ revealed
10/25/2006 11:44:13 AM
The cream of the region’s tourism industry gathered at the new Manchester Hilton Hotel, in the city’s soaring Beetham Tower for the third annual England’s Northwest Tourism Awards.
Ivy League Universities for the North
10/24/2006 2:10:22 PM
The North of England should aspire to have an 'Ivy league' of universities to rival the very best in United States and the rest of the world, said Housing Minister Yvette Cooper.
A healthy future for Bickershaw
10/16/2006 1:10:19 PM
A former colliery site near Wigan is set to benefit from a multi-million pound government grant that will put healthy living at the forefront of a massive regeneration agenda.
Hadrian's Wall brought to life through giant map show
10/13/2006 4:10:56 PM
Iain Herbert, Acting CEO of Hadrian’s Wall Heritage Ltd, officially opened Discovering Cumbria – a ‘first of its kind’ exhibition with an accompanying Cumbria Information Centre based at Rheged, near Penrith.
Reappointments strengthen NWDA Board
10/12/2006 3:16:48 PM
Bryan Gray, Chairman of the NWDA today welcomed the reappointment of Joe Dwek and Dave McCall to the NWDA Board for a further three years
Young people given the ‘Wheels 2 Work’
10/12/2006 2:31:26 PM
Young people from rural areas across England’s Northwest can now get their hands on a brand new set of ‘wheels’ and learn new skills thanks to a £1 million initiative funded by the NWDA
Funding boost for Northwest historic sites
10/9/2006 10:53:37 AM
A £1 million project to unlock the tourism potential of the Northwest’s heritage assets has been given the go-ahead thanks to £412,500 of funding from the NWDA.
NWDA selects preferred bidder for property PPP
10/6/2006 3:47:38 PM
The NWDA has been undertaking a procurement exercise to identify a private sector partner to join in a joint venture or Public Private Partnership (PPP) to manage and develop the Agency’s portfolio of commercial premises.
Delivering for the region
10/4/2006 1:39:37 PM
The NWDA highlighted its key successes over the past year and the challenges ahead, at its annual conference and AGM at Manchester International Convention Centre.
Manchester Tourism Awards 2007
10/2/2006 10:00:27 AM
Greater Manchester’s tourism industry is set to celebrate the best of the city-region’s growing tourism and leisure industry for the fourth year running following the launch of the Annual Manchester Tourism Awards 2007.
The Business of Rugby League
9/28/2006 10:07:19 AM
The NWDA has announced a major new study into the economic impact of rugby league in the region.
NWDA announces funding for Edge Lane Project
9/27/2006 2:07:38 PM
The NWDA has announced that it will be providing £7.5m of funding for the Edge Lane Project; a radical and comprehensive regeneration scheme that will transform Edge Lane and the surrounding area.
Facelift in store for Neston shops
9/27/2006 2:02:44 PM
Traders in Neston are being offered cash incentives to revamp their shop fronts and improve the look of the historic market town.
NWDA receives Catalyst Award
9/26/2006 4:26:53 PM
Lord Sainsbury, Minister for Science and Innovation, has presented the NWDA with an award from the Catalyst Science and Discovery Centre in Widnes for Outstanding Corporate Contribution.
Northern Leadership Academy appoints new Director
9/26/2006 10:23:53 AM
The Northern Leadership Academy (NLA), the initiative which aims to build a more entrepreneurial North by strengthening leadership provision and development, has appointed Andrew Brocklehurst as its new Director.
Official opening of Pendle's Panopticon, Atom!
9/25/2006 3:39:02 PM
Pendle's Panopticon 'Atom' has been officially declared open by Mayor of Pendle, Councillor George Adams and designer Peter Meacock at a celebratory event in Wycoller Country Park.
www.noisefestival.com
9/25/2006 2:45:03 PM
Urbis is to be the official exhibition space for the highlights of noisefestival.com, the national showcase of the next generation of young creative talent.
Chief Executive appointed for mediacity:uk
9/22/2006 3:23:46 PM
mediacity:uk – the ambitious vision to develop a world class media and digital industries hub in Greater Manchester – has appointed Felicity Goodey as Chief Executive.
Cheshire & Warrington Action for Climate Change
9/19/2006 2:54:28 PM
Cheshire & Warrington Economic Alliance (CWEA) have called on organisations across Cheshire to take action in responding to the effects that climate change could have on their business at an event held recently.
Public backs Blackpool
9/8/2006 11:38:51 AM
The vision of a ‘New Blackpool’ with massive regeneration transformed by a new Casino development has been set out to the Government's Casino Advisory Panel.
Manchester Firsts
9/7/2006 2:32:27 PM
Manchester cultural organisations to premiere new work at Manchester International Festival.
LLDC reveal the future of Edge Lane
9/6/2006 2:36:03 PM
Liverpool Land Development Company, has provided more details of how the upgraded eastern gateway into the city will look.
Penrith Master Plan
9/5/2006 4:48:52 PM
The consultants appointed by Penrith Partnership to prepare the Penrith Master Plan are now completing the first stage of their work programme.
Salford Loses Out
9/4/2006 4:58:47 PM
The International Triathlon Union has announced that Budapest would be the host city for the 2010 World Championships.
Hammond Does Northwest Double
8/31/2006 9:27:54 AM
Britain's Roger Hammond has won Stage Two of the Tour of Britain in Liverpool for the second year running.
Liverpool Biennial 2006
8/29/2006 12:49:43 PM
The fourth Liverpool Biennial promises some examples of “reverse colonialism” and to release the city’s energy channels, all through the power of art!
Longtown MTI Community Fund
8/25/2006 10:31:05 AM
Longtown Market Town Initiative has set up a Grant Programme for non-profit community based organisations.
Launch of Lancaster's No 1 business address
8/18/2006 11:35:07 AM
This year sees the 100th anniversary of the Queen Victoria statue in Dalton Square, a monument celebrating the talent and creativity of the pioneers of the Nineteenth Century.
Penrith Master Plan
8/17/2006 12:30:04 PM
A team led by Douglas Wheeler Associates, selected from a strong field of consultants, has been appointed by Penrith Partnership to prepare the Penrith Master Plan.
Northwest projects step closer to jackpot
8/11/2006 1:08:23 PM
The NWDA has welcomed the news that four projects from across the Northwest have moved a step closer to receiving a slice of £140 million available through The Big Lottery Fund’s Living Landmarks Programme.
Golden future for CfM's first apprentice
8/7/2006 4:36:45 PM
Prescot-based David Thelwell Specialist Decorators - the company restoring the gold leaf in St George’s Hall - has appointed its first apprentice thanks to Construction for Merseyside.
Partnership successes to boost the Penrith area
8/3/2006 11:59:24 AM
Penrith Partnership has achieved a number of successes working with local people on a variety of projects and initiatives to ensure a positive future for the town and the area it serves.
TVR to continue production in Blackpool
7/31/2006 10:18:22 AM
Sports car maker TVR is to continue production of vehicles in Blackpool, safeguarding 250 manufacturing jobs in the area and retaining a globally renowned brand within the region.
NWDA welcomes new Business Link MD
7/28/2006 4:11:54 PM
The NWDA is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Watson as the Managing Director of the new Business Link service for the region.
Banks Road commercial scheme ahead of schedule
7/28/2006 11:40:19 AM
The development of a 50,000 sq ft office and business scheme that will assist further in the regeneration of Speke, Garston, and will create 165 jobs, is ahead of schedule.
Cheshire It’s Not All Black and White
7/27/2006 2:09:11 PM
The common perception of Cheshire, that of black and white ‘chocolate box’ houses in idyllic countryside, has been firmly laid to rest at a housing conference organised by the Cheshire Housing Alliance.
Salford Set to Host World’s Best
7/27/2006 11:53:52 AM
One of the strongest triathlon fields ever assembled will race the Salford Triathlon BG World Cup in Salford Quays.
Planning application for Mann Island
7/25/2006 11:49:57 AM
Neptune Developments Ltd and Countryside Properties Ltd have now submitted the planning application for their circa £120 million development at Mann Island.
NWAA pioneers major aerospace mentoring project
7/25/2006 11:45:52 AM
More than 20 top managers from the UK’s leading names in aerospace are to ‘mentor’ smaller companies in a groundbreaking programme to develop and sustain a world competitive supply chain in England’s North West.
Blackburn accountant enlightened by broadband
7/21/2006 3:23:02 PM
A Blackburn company significantly improved its operations after signing up to broadband with support from the Lancashire Digital Development Agency, the organisation funded by the NWDA to promote the benefits of broadband to Lancashire companies.
Tourism chiefs' bid for RHS dividend
7/21/2006 3:11:05 PM
Tourism bosses are anticipating a business-boosting result from their campaign to persuade thousands of RHS show visitors to return to Cheshire.
Northwest Regeneration Sector lacks Diversity
7/20/2006 10:59:14 AM
Report reveals that those from deprived areas; disabled people, women and Black & Minority Ethnic groups are alienated from entering into regeneration employment in the Northwest.
NWDA show garden ripe for learning
7/19/2006 2:21:14 PM
A unique award winning show garden, commissioned by the NWDA for the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park, has been unveiled by chef and TV presenter Antony Worrall Thompson.
NWDA welcomes backing for University of Cumbria
7/18/2006 5:20:53 PM
Support for a new approach to education and skills in Cumbria at a meeting of the West Cumbria Strategic Forum has been welcomed by the Chairman of the Northwest Regional Development Agency, Bryan Gray.
Keynote Farnborough event to focus on supply chain
7/18/2006 11:51:58 AM
The importance of UK companies working in partnership to establish a world-competitive supply chain will be the key focus for a major seminar at Farnborough International Airshow.
Langtree works up Alchemy
7/17/2006 12:22:31 PM
Work has commenced on site at Alchemy, a major new business park in Knowsley, Merseyside.
Turner Prize comes to England’s Northwest
7/11/2006 4:39:36 PM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) has welcomed The Tate’s announcement that the Turner Prize will be presented at Tate Liverpool in 2007.
City-Regions and the Northwest
7/10/2006 3:29:21 PM
A new publication – Cities Northwest – has been launched, looking at the important relationship between the three city-regions of Central Lancashire, Liverpool and Manchester and the region and their role in the economic growth of England’s Northwest.
Padiham Shop Front Grant Scheme
7/7/2006 11:34:42 AM
Padiham is set to become an even more attractive place to shop, work and relax thanks to a new look made possible by Padiham Life.
North West Regional Conference 2006
7/7/2006 11:30:02 AM
European Commissioner for Regional Policy Danuta Hübner will deliver a keynote speech on the future of regional funding and its impact on the North West of England at the 2006 NWRA Conference.
Disability Awareness Day 2006
7/6/2006 12:11:25 PM
The Northwest’s groundbreaking Disability Awareness Day (DAD) 06 is set to take place at Walton Hall Gardens, Warrington on Sunday 9th July.
One in a million...? It could be you...!
7/5/2006 4:57:40 PM
In the last two years, TEChINVEST investors have dug even deeper in terms of supporting North West start-ups and growing companies, with direct contributions topping the £1m mark this summer.
Seeing is Believing visit to Merseyside
7/5/2006 12:32:29 PM
Business leaders saw for themselves how they can contribute to Merseyside’s regeneration agenda through voluntary engagement with the community.
Region’s Unique Golf Offer Open to the World
7/4/2006 9:43:08 AM
The unique attraction and challenge of englandsgolfcoast will be promoted around the world via a website launched to coincide with this year’s return of the Open Championship to Merseyside.
NWDA welcomes BBC confirmation of preferred site
7/3/2006 5:18:58 PM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) today welcomed the BBC’s formal announcement that Salford MediaCity:UK is now confirmed as the preferred bidder for the Corporation’s relocation to Greater Manchester.
New leaders for Ethnic Minority Business Forum
7/3/2006 3:25:05 PM
The Ethnic Minority Business Forum North West (EMBF NW) set up by the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) has appointed a new Chair and Vice-Chair to drive forward the vision and activity of the group.
£4.8 million boost for land regeneration in Cumbria
7/3/2006 11:25:29 AM
Local communities in Cumbria are set to benefit from the regeneration of derelict land in their areas, thanks to a £4.4 million investment by the Northwest Regional Development Agency.
Unique partnership for drug to treat cancer
6/30/2006 12:29:57 PM
Japanese firm Kyowa Hakko Kogyo is pioneering new treatment for the prevention of mucositis, a painful condition associated with the treatment of cancer, thanks to Manchester based company EpiStem Ltd.
Chair and Vice Chair of U4C Shadow Board appointed
6/30/2006 12:24:27 PM
Today, the Governing Bodies of both St Martin's College and Cumbria Institute of the Arts (CIA) announce the appointments of Mr Euan Cartwright and Archdeacon Peter Ballard as Chair and Vice Chair, respectively, of the U4C Shadow Board.
Foundations laid for Nelson’s bright future
6/28/2006 4:59:03 PM
The foundations are being laid for the state of the art business centre which will bring over 300 new jobs to Nelson and kick start the regeneration of the town centre.
Team America land in the Northwest
6/28/2006 9:10:47 AM
The North of England Inward Investment Agency (the NoE), who represent the North of England in North America arrived in the region this week for their Annual Conference.
Major investment in Widnes Waterfront
6/27/2006 2:38:45 PM
The transformation of Widnes Waterfront into a prime business location within a stunning waterfront setting today received a £5.6 million boost from the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA).
Eleven Big Tick Awards for North West Businesses
6/23/2006 12:34:15 PM
Eleven companies in the North West were awarded with a Big Tick at Business in the Community’s Awards for Excellence 2006 celebration event for their outstanding achievement and commitment to responsible business practice.
Top Honours for Northwest Food Industry
6/23/2006 12:14:42 PM
Eight companies from the Northwest have been honoured at the first regional awards to recognise business excellence in the food industry.
Visit Chester & Cheshire Annual Awards
6/19/2006 10:09:41 AM
The achievements of Cheshire’s top-performing tourism businesses were celebrated in style during this year’s glittering Visit Chester & Cheshire Awards presentation evening.
art06 Winners Announced
6/15/2006 2:28:34 PM
art06 came to an exciting climax in Preston last week as Arts Council England, North West announced the two winners of its prestigious awards.
NWDA welcomes BBC announcement of preferred site
6/15/2006 11:01:57 AM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) today welcomed the BBC’s announcement that Salford MediaCity:UK is the leading bidder for the Corporation’s relocation to Greater Manchester.
Colourfields Panopticon for Corporation Park
6/14/2006 4:24:20 PM
‘Colourfields’, the first of East Lancashire’s Panopticons, was officially launched by the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Dorothy Walsh, at a celebratory event in Corporation Park today.
NWDA receives top rating from National Audit Office
6/9/2006 9:09:10 AM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) has received a score in the highest category possible following an Independent Performance Assessment (IPA), carried out by the National Audit Office (NAO) on behalf of the government.
Northwest challenges London as arts and culture capital
6/6/2006 12:48:11 PM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) will be challenging London’s position as the arts and culture capital of the UK today by taking some of the best artistic work from the region down south to showcase what the Northwest has to offer.
Climate Change – Time for Action
6/5/2006 9:35:01 AM
What impact will global warming have on the Northwest and how can the region respond to climate change? These questions, and many more, will be debated today at a high profile conference hosted by the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA).
Collaboration Experts Boost NW Farmers and Producers
5/26/2006 3:44:24 PM
English Farming and Food Partnerships (EFFP) has recruited two new business advisers in the North West to further build on the collaboration and partnerships being developed across the region.
European Funding 2007 - 2013
5/26/2006 3:01:06 PM
The North West Regional Assembly (NWRA) and Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) are making the case to Government for a significant European funding settlement for communities in the North West.
Jack Straw to attend Noise Festical event
5/25/2006 3:59:00 PM
Noisefestival.com, the national cross-media showcase for the best creative talent is coming to Blackburn with BBC Lancashire on the 26th May. Jack Straw, Leader of the House of Commons will show his support by meeting the young people from local colleges
All aboard for Learning at Work
5/25/2006 3:46:56 PM
As part of its commitment to staff development the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) is taking part in this year’s Learning at Work Day, which takes place today (Thursday 25th May).
Opening of the alternative Blackpool Tower
5/24/2006 2:45:51 PM
Standing in the shadow of the famous Blackpool Tower are two 20 metre high, international standard climbing towers which create a dramatic wow factor for the completely regenerated gateway to Blackpool.
Awards all round for Merseyside's Tourism stars.
5/22/2006 3:46:53 PM
MERSEYSIDE celebrated its worldwide appeal to tourists and visitors by honouring Liverpool City Region’s finest tourism businesses at The Mersey Partnership’s Annual Tourism Awards Friday night, 19 May.
North West leads for innovation
5/22/2006 3:41:38 PM
Innovation is the key to manufacturing success and in many fields the North West is leading the way, a conference of the region’s manufacturers has been told.
The North West Needs to Eat More Greens
5/22/2006 12:29:17 PM
The North West Food and Health Task Force have launched a Draft North West Food and Health Action Plan for consultation, aiming to improve well-being through better food and nutrition.
Manchester Celebrates ICCA World Rankings
5/12/2006 3:22:52 PM
Manchester has been ranked the world’s 49th most successful conference destination in a comprehensive survey carried out by the International Congress and Convention Association.
art06 Finalists Announced
5/12/2006 1:57:55 PM
Arts Council England, North West has announced its shortlist of seven finalists for the art06 awards.
Cultivating good relationships
5/11/2006 12:45:20 PM
Work began this week (Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th May) at two Salford primary schools on the Northwest Regional Development Agency’s (NWDA) Show Garden for the 2006 RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park.
Tourism officials head off to Japan
5/10/2006 1:07:53 PM
A high level delegation of tourism businesses from Cumbria are flying out to Japan later this month on a mission to encourage more Far East visitors to the county.
London 2012 gets a lesson from New East Manchester
5/8/2006 4:34:55 PM
Paul Deighton, chief executive of the London Olympic Games Organising Committee (LOCOG), has paid a visit to Manchester to learn about staging a successful sporting event and how to build a lasting legacy of regeneration.
Local grant facilitated business expansion recognised by NWDA
5/5/2006 4:08:32 PM
Following the successful completion of business expansion projects at Frodsham companies Gordon Products and Keith Darlington Electrical Ltd (KDE Ltd), commemorative plaques have now been unveiled at the site of the developments.
University of Cumbria takes a step forward
5/4/2006 3:55:34 PM
The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) will be handing over its Penrith and Carlisle campuses to the new University for Cumbria in August 2007.
NWDA and State of Victoria sign Memorandum of Understanding
5/4/2006 2:51:09 PM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) and the State Government of Victoria, Australia, today (4th May) signed an agreement to promote closer economic links between the Northwest and the State of Victoria.
Preston selected to host art06
5/2/2006 4:07:57 PM
Arts Council England, North West has today announced its third annual spotlight on the arts will take place in Preston on Thursday 8 June 2006.
Organisations hail BT broadband move
4/28/2006 3:27:40 PM
Broadband champions have applauded BT’s unprecedented move to increase the accessibility and speed of the county’s internet connections.
Designs for a prosperous future
4/28/2006 2:50:11 PM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) today held the Lake District Design Conference, which offered a unique insight into the future of design in the Lake District.
Opening of the Nowgen Centre
4/26/2006 10:51:04 AM
The Nowgen Centre, the new multi-million pound, Manchester-based centre for genetics in healthcare and home of the North West Genetics Knowledge Park has been officially opened.
Agency board announces major investment in the Northwest economy
4/20/2006 4:04:57 PM
The Board of the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) today (Thursday 20th April) confirmed an investment of over £60 million in the Northwest economy, reaffirming its commitment to two of the transformational actions in the new Regional Economic
Boost for Blackburn based company
4/18/2006 11:35:22 AM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) has awarded a business support grant to Precision Polymer Engineering Ltd (PPE) to help boost the manufacturing capabilities of the Blackburn based company.
BEX merger creates largest business event for North West region
4/12/2006 4:15:57 PM
The North West’s leading enterprise and entrepreneurship conference – Business Enterprise Xchange (BEX) is merging with national player B2B Portfolio to create one of the largest and most significant events for owners, directors and entrepreneurs in the r
£2 million boost for Wirral’s regeneration
4/12/2006 10:30:35 AM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) and its partners announced today (Wednesday, April 12) that in response to the regeneration needs of Merseyside, Bidston Moss in Birkenhead is to receive more than two million pounds of investment
Access conference comes to Chester
4/11/2006 10:21:45 AM
Cheshire is to host a major regional conference aimed at helping tourism businesses throughout the Northwest to improve accessibility and boost their profits.
Work starts on world-class educational campus
4/7/2006 2:29:53 PM
Sir Nicholas Winterton, MP for Macclesfield, leads the celebration of the start of construction of the new Macclesfield Learning Zone campus at today’s turf cutting ceremony.
Business boost for Longtown
4/4/2006 10:20:12 AM
Longtown Market Town Initiative (MTI) has surpassed all expectations in its first few months of operation.
£5 million investment kickstarts Barrow Masterplan
3/31/2006 12:24:57 PM
The first step of a comprehensive masterplan to transform Barrow has been given the green light, thanks to investment of over £5 million from the Northwest Regional Development Agency.
Blueprint to transform Northwest economy unveiled
3/30/2006 3:30:37 PM
An ambitious and focused strategy that is set to transform the economy of England’s Northwest by driving business growth, investing in enterprise and innovation and regenerating areas of need, had its regional launch today at Bolton’s Reebok Stadium.
Working safely in a multicultural food industry
3/30/2006 3:14:50 PM
The Northwest Food Alliance (NWFA) is today hosting an event to launch a publication offering guidance to the food industry on delivering health and safety training to ethnically diverse workers.
£1 million to boost economic prosperity of North Allerdale
3/22/2006 11:24:22 AM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) has awarded £1 million funding to the North Allerdale Partnership to help deliver a programme of regeneration that will provide a significant boost to the area.
Bright future for the Port of Workington
3/22/2006 11:05:36 AM
Plans to secure the future of the Port of Workington have been given a boost, thanks to funding of £716,000 from the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) for the Port of Workington Investment Programme.
ENWORKS triumphs at national awards
3/17/2006 9:55:10 AM
ENWORKS, the environmental business support programme, has received national recognition for its innovative work to reduce the environmental impact of businesses in the Northwest.
NWDA welcomes BBC White Paper
3/15/2006 11:53:00 AM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) today welcomed the government’s White Paper on the future of the BBC and its messages regarding the BBC’s proposed move to the Northwest.
Salford Innovation Forum Centre gets underway
3/14/2006 11:17:33 AM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) is pleased to announce funding of up to £5.9 million for the development of the Salford Innovation Forum Centre.
Carnforth regeneration kick-started
3/10/2006 12:04:44 PM
A comprehensive regeneration programme for Carnforth has been given a kick-start, thanks to funding of up to £906,000 from the Northwest Regional Development Agency.
World’s oldest municipal park gets makeover
3/9/2006 1:17:33 PM
Philips Park, the world’s oldest municipal park, located in Clayton, east Manchester is to undergo a major facelift thanks to £350,000 of funding from NWDA, European Regional Development Fund and New Deal for Communities.
NWDA supports ‘winning’ spirit on Merseyside
3/3/2006 3:41:13 PM
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) is pleased support a special black tie dinner to present the first Anthony Walker Citizenship Trophy as a reminder of his lasting legacy.