Chamber says no to employer National Insurance Contributions increase more The UK’s leading business groups have formed a unique coalition promoting an internet petition that calls for the 1% employer National Insurance Contributions increase - planned for April 2011 - to be scrapped. Construction sites open their doors to local students more Students from Moulton College are going behind the scenes of two prominent developments in Daventry to learn more about the construction industry. Corby announced as one of the Country’s first Pathfinders more The Home Office has announced that Corby has been chosen from over 100 applicants as one of just ten Neighbourhood Agreement Pathfinders across England and Wales. Guidelines help secure funds for balanced development more Northamptonshire County Council is asking people for their views on new guidelines which will ensure money is available so that services and infrastructure keep pace with housing growth in the county.

Turf cutting marks official start of Northampton Marina project more A special ceremony is being held to mark the official start of works to create a multi-million pound marina in the heart of Northampton. WNDC programme shortlisted for national award more A construction skills programme created by West Northamptonshire Development Corporation (WNDC) was shortlisted for a prestigious national award. Connexions seeks involvement from Northants employers more Connexions has been appointed a provider for delivering Work Related Learning and Employer Engagement in schools in Northamptonshire. Council recognised for taking steps to reduce carbon footprint more Northamptonshire County Council has received official recognition that the authority’s carbon footprint has been reduced and that it is committed to lowering its direct impact on climate change.

Other News Stories

Going green – FREE resource efficiency audits for tourism businesses

Northamptonshire Enterprise Ltd is keen to encourage local tourism businesses to make a firm commitment to environmentally-friendly and sustainable practices.

£60,000 award to develop online eye test for children

An innovative solution developed by a Northamptonshire optician with the support of NHS Northamptonshire has been awarded £60,000 of funding to deliver a simple online computer-based eye test to pre-school children, with no requirement for training or software installation. The test will be a derivative of the adult online vision screener 'Vutest' produced by John Sheinman who practices in Northampton.

Apprenticeship Week Road Show tour comes to Kettering

Young people in the Borough of Kettering can discover wonderful opportunities to start a career when the Apprenticeship Week Road Show visits Kettering.

Approval of West Northamptonshire Local Development Scheme

A review of the West Northamptonshire Local Development Scheme has been undertaken, and a report was approved by the Joint Strategic Planning Committee at its meeting on 17th December 2009.

College welcomes top chef as part of food workshop

he Catering Department at Northampton College opened its doors to local restaurateurs, hosting a food quality workshop last week.

East Midlands Development Agency announces £22 million innovation boost

East Midlands Development Agency (emda), today announced additional funding of £22 million to help regional businesses to develop and exploit innovative ideas.

Foreign markets could be the key to success for progressively thinking East Midlands construction companies

Construction companies in the East Midlands will be urged to target foreign markets at a business event next month.

Free Enterprising Capability event to take place in Kettering next month

Registration is now open for the FREE to attend enterpRISING capABILITY - the key to success event, taking place at Kettering Conference Centre on Monday 22 March 2010.

Have your say: Help us develop a new Single Equality Scheme

HS Northamptonshire, as local leader of the NHS, is committed to engaging with patients, the public, our partners and other local stakeholders so that our services reflect the needs, priorities and aspirations of Northamptonshire people.

Help us get an accurate picture of the Northants economy

The latest Northamptonshire Chamber QES (Quarterly Economic Survey) goes live today.

Northamptonshire executives can hone leadership skills at free seminar

Northamptonshire Leaders’ Group (NLG) operates leadership development groups across the county which are aimed at MDs, Chief Executives and senior executives who run significant organisations.

The future's bright for Northampton's Market Square

Works to install up to £330,000 of new LED lighting in the market square will begin on Thursday, 25 February, helping to illuminate one of the town's most significant and historic locations.

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