Economy is the focus at major conference
More than 30 speakers will include Kirklees Council leader Coun Shabir Pandor and chief executive Jacqui Gedman; and Colin Blair, director of estates at the University of Huddersfield.
Others addressing the conference on September 18, will include Coun Susan Hinchcliffe, leader of West Yorkshire Combined Authority; David Laws, chief executive of Leeds Bradford Airport; Russell Galley, ambassador for Yorkshire at Lloyds Banking Group; and Lorna Pimlott, director of sponsorship and policy at HS2 Ltd.
Jacqui Gedman said: “Kirklees is a premier location right at the heart of the UK. Its long standing industrial heritage has flexed and transformed to deliver unrivalled expertise in advanced manufacturing and precision engineering.
“Innovation, high quality of life and connectivity are key economic assets and our commitment to deliver 10,000 new homes by 2023 reflects the scale of our ambition and commitment to enable our communities to flourish and prosper.
“Here in Kirklees we are committed to building a strong and inclusive economy, creating the right conditions for growth by working with our partners in the district, West Yorkshire and beyond.”
Keith Griffiths, managing director of Built Environment Networking, said: ‘’Civic and business leaders in the region have an evident ambition to deliver an unprecedented level of economic growth in West Yorkshire over the next five years.”
He added: “This conference will be central to understanding the barriers to growth, whilst ensuring alignment and collaboration in the industry to boost jobs, skills, growth and regeneration across the whole region.” EAFLET distributor Mr Flyer has signed an exclusive deal with one of the UK’s largest print company. Lockwood-based Mr Flyer was chosen by printing.com from a handful of businesses to become its preferred print partner.
Printing.com is the largest print franchise in the UK, which offers a large portfolio of print facilities predominantly designed for businesses. It offers products ranging from standard print products to unique products such as vinyl floor graphics, scratchcards and personalised products.
As a result of the deal, Mr Flyer has been able to expand its print offering nationwide.
Peter Gunning, chief executive of printing. com, said: “We are delighted to have a thriving business like Mr Flyer join the network. There is a clear synergy that makes this a win-win partnership.”
Andrew Robinson, director at Mr Flyer said: “Partnering with one of the UK’s largest print suppliers has opened up so many opportunities for Mr Flyer.
“As a result, we can now deliver an extensive range of quality print products to our clients not only locally, but nationwide.”
Mr Flyer was set up by Mr Robinson seven years ago to fill a gap in the market for providing reliable leaflet distribution, initially in the Huddersfield area. The company has since expanded its service offering, which now incorporates national leaflet distribution, design and print.