Please share this with your services. The agenda is attached for your reference. Remember, just like last year, it includes breakfast snacks and lunch.


Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite, and I've attached the link for that as well. Any questions please reach out to solace@empowermentcharity.org.uk.


Looking forward to seeing you all there!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lets-talk-about-suicide-lancashire-2025-tickets-1381889281039?aff=erelexpmlt

The Volunteering Fair – October
The annual Volunteering Fair is a fantastic opportunity for organisations to meet University of Lancashire students face-to-face at our Burnley campus. Taking place on 09 October 2025, this event brings together local organisations with students eager to volunteer.
By attending the fair, your organisation can:

• Promote your opportunities directly to students.
• Meet potential volunteers who are actively looking to get involved.
• Share your mission and raise your organisation’s profile within the university and wider community.
• Network with other VCFSE organisations and strengthen sector connections.

Please email us at CFVolunteering@uclan.ac.uk if you would like more information on how to book a place on the Volunteering Fair – there are a few spaces remaining. ​

FREE Workshop: Wed 24 September 10am - 12pm (Online)
The LOCAL Project in partnership with the North West Construction Hub. Online advice & insights for VCFSE groups & organisations across Lancashire from professionals in the private sector.
Attendees can choose up to 3 topics from the following:

• Marketing & Communications
• Accounts & finance
• Social Value
• Tendering & Bid Writing
• Human Resources
• Project management
• Health & Safety 

INFORMATION SHARING:
Nominations are now open for The King’s Award For Voluntary Service 2026:
Celebrating the outstanding work of local volunteer groups across the UK.
Equivalent to an MBE, KAVS is the highest Award given to local voluntary groups in the UK, and they are awarded for life.
✅ Know a voluntary group making a real impact in your local area?
✅ Want to recognise their amazing work?
✅ Why not nominate them for a King’s award


*More details and how to nominate: The King's Award for Voluntary Service - official website

INFORMATION SHARING: Are you working with people from a diverse range of cultures and languages?
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These videos from Kind Communities can be invaluable for speakers of Dari, Farsi, Urdu, Cantonese & Arabic.

• Dealing with loneliness
• What to do in an emergency
• What to do when feeling unwell
• Food allergens
• Reducing food waste
• Cooking from a Recipe 

​LATEST REPORTS:

• Where People Meet: How We Celebrate, Sustain and Reimagine Community Centres: Where People Meet: How We Celebrate, Sustain and Reimagine Community Centres - New Local
  
  
  

UPCOMING WEBINARS & EVENTS:

• Alliance For Dignified Food Support: Free Online Workshops to help shape collective action (various dates in October - filling up fast) ADFS: Autumn Collective Action Workshops | Eventbrite
  
• Resolve Poverty: Thurs 27 November Free Webinar - The National Child Poverty Strategy: What It Means For Your Area (please note this date is subject to change dependent on the publication date of the governments Child Poverty Strategy) Select tickets – The National Child Poverty Strategy: What It Means For Your Area – Microsoft Teams
  
• UCL Health Equity Network National Conference 9th October: G19 Health Equity Network Third Annual National Conference | UCL Online Store
  

The Road Ahead for Health & Care
Wednesday 15 October 10am - 3.30pm:
Hosted by Syncora, this event will discuss the future of the NHS, community nursing and social devolution.
Speakers include Dr Andy Knox and Helen Coombes.
Sector-led panels, roundtable discussions, and a feedback session.

Booking Link

FUNDING: A selection of recently shared grant funding & closing dates:

• Various Wards across Lancashire 14 - The Million Hours Fund provides youth organisations with funding to deliver positive activities for young people in areas with higher rates of anti-social behaviour. Million Hours Fund | The National Lottery Community Fund. The deadline to submit applications is midday 22 October 2025
  (shared by Eleanor at Hyndburn & Ribble Valley CVS)
• Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde: LACVS/LOCAL Fylde Coast VCFSE Support Fund 2025/2026. There is no application deadline - awards are made on a first come first served basis. All awards must be spent by 28 February 2026. LACVS/LOCAL Fylde Coast VCFSE Support Fund 2025/2026 For Blackpool Wyre & Fylde - Volunteer Centre
• Lancashire wide - The Clothworkers Foundation funds capital projects: Buildings or refurbishment projects, fittings, fixtures & equipment, digital infrstructure, vehicles Apply for a Grant | Capital Funding for UK Charities at The Clothworkers’ Foundation
  
  
  

For more information on funding opportunities & funding fairs across Lancashire, take a look at our members websites & sign up for the newsletters. 


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Discover Projects in the Crowdfund Lancashire - Fundraising
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Crowdfund Lancashire: supporting local culture & sports projects.

Are you looking to support projects within your community

There are currently almost 30 projects looking for support to reach their fundraising targets - take a look at projects in your local area & from across Lancashire

Sustainable Chef Skills Bootcamp
6-week bootcamp designed for culinary professionals who wish to accelerate their knowledge & skills to embed sustainability.
More information: Blackpool & The Fylde College
(Lancashire Skills & Employment Hub)
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Crumbs of Change: Re-thinking Bread Waste
Thursday 18 September 9am - 12pm
Join the University of Lancashire to address bread waste within the Circular Economy


Eventbrite Booking Link 

​Do you have a physical or mental health condition and need support to stay in work or return to work?

​WorkWell is a FREE and voluntary service designed to help you balance work and wellbeing.

A dedicated Work or Health Coach will work with you for up to 12 weeks, helping you:
Understand the factors affecting your work and health
Develop a personalised plan
Reach your goals at your own pace

Scan the QR code to complete the referral form or find out more!

wellbeing@blackburn.gov.uk

01254 682037
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refreshbwd.com

​Funded through cash seized from criminals, the investment will support a total of 38 intervention projects that aim to prevent violence, support survivors, and create safer environments for women and girls across Lancashire.
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Grants of up to £5,000 have been awarded to a wide variety of schemes, ranging from supporting vulnerable women and girls to education and sports-based outreach activities.
Projects also include support for victims of crime and targeted intervention work with domestic abuse perpetrators to break the cycle of reoffending, all with the aim of reducing crime and making local communities safer.
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Commissioner Grunshaw said: "Preventing violence against women and girls is a Police and Crime Plan priority, and I’m pleased to be able to support local projects and organisations tackling this issue in our communities.

“This fund is part of the broader strategy to reduce victimisation, increase positive outcomes, challenge misogyny, and tackle offenders. 

“Investing in targeted projects across Lancashire empowers local organisations, strengthens public trust, and contributes to safer communities.

"As Commissioner, delivering this impact is a clear priority, and I will continue to work with the Constabulary, our partners, and community organisations to make sure that Lancashire is a safe place for all."

Take 5 minutes to complete our short survey and help us develop how volunteering will look in the future. Your feedback will make a real difference.


 Complete the survey here: https://forms.office.com/e/HsD5aDdds5


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How can you protect yourself against Pension fraud?


Secure your online pension account: the account you use to manage your pension should have a different password to all of your other accounts. Use three random words to create a strong and memorable password, and enable 2-step verification (2SV). 
Ignore unsolicited calls about your pension: cold calling about pensions is illegal and likely a sign of a scam. If you’re thinking about changing your pension arrangements, you should get financial guidance or advice beforehand. 
Investment opportunities: don’t be rushed into making an investment. Remember, legitimate organisations will never pressure you into investing on the spot. 
You should treat investment opportunities with extreme caution if there’s: 

• Pressure to invest (for example: time-limited offers).
• Downplayed risk of losing your money.
• Promised returns that sound too good to be true.

Remember to Stop! Think Fraud and find more information on how to protect yourself from fraud here: Stop! Think Fraud - How to stay safe from scams
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What can you do if you have been a victim of pension fraud?
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Report pension scams: if you’re worried about a potential pension scam or you think you may have been contacted by a criminal, report it to Action Fraud at actionfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040.

If you have made a payment: inform your bank or pension provider as soon as possible, they can help you prevent any further losses. Monitor your bank and pension statements regularly for any unusual activity. 

As you may be aware, the government has announced its intention to simplify governance in areas with two-tier systems, such as Lancashire, by creating new unitary councils that deliver all local services through a single authority. 

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Currently, Lancashire County Council provides services such as social care, education, highways, and libraries, while district councils (like Burnley, Fylde, Pendle, Ribble Valley and Rossendale) deliver services including waste collection, planning, housing, and leisure. Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen already operate as unitary authorities. 

All 15 councils in Lancashire are working collaboratively to develop proposals for new unitary arrangements with options ranging from between two and five new unitary councils. Please find attached a visual map of the emerging proposals for new unitary arrangements in Lancashire, showing options from two to five authorities. 
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The business case proposals for new unitary councils must be submitted to Government by 28 November 2025 and must demonstrate: 

• Stronger local leadership 
• Improved service delivery and outcomes 
• Financial sustainability and value for money 
• Economic growth and prosperity 
• Community identity and effective local partnerships 

To inform this process, we are seeking views from key stakeholder organisations across Lancashire. 

We would be grateful if you could complete the survey before 28 September at the link below and share it within your networks for others to complete. 

Give My View 
Accessible formats and paper copies are available on request via lgr@lancashire.gov.uk or calling 0300 1236701. 
Thank you for your continued support and engagement. 

Looking for support, activities, or just a friendly place to connect? 


​Down Town is here for you with a wide range of weekly sessions, including:
Steps to Employment & Job Club – CV support, interview prep, and job search guidance.
Work Well & Social Prescribers – Tailored wellbeing and employment support.
Infant Massage & Family Craft – Activities for parents, babies, and young children.
Nattershack & Foodie Fridays – A cuppa, conversation, and cooking together.
Peer Support Groups – Dementia, ASD, carers, addiction recovery & more.
Practical Advice – Debt support, Citizens Advice, ICANN benefits help, energy and housing advice.
The Alpha Course – A safe space to explore life and faith.
All sessions take place at Down Town, Burnley.
For more info, contact Burnley Together on 01282 686402 or email contact@burnleytogether.org.uk.

​Full details at: burnleytogether.org.uk/events

below is the August newsletter. As with previous editions, readers are encouraged to share it with anyone who may benefit from its contents.
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The newsletter includes the latest updates from VIC, and all back copies are available to view on the organisation’s website. Further news and information are regularly posted on the VIC Facebook page and group.
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For those who require printed copies, the team can be contacted on 01706 833180.
Digital copies of all newsletters, along with the latest news, can also be downloaded from the VIC website. Both the website and Facebook page are updated regularly with further details on VIC’s services and activities.

​Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, we pause to reflect, remember, and take action. Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy that leaves ripples through families, friends, and communities. The theme this year, “Changing the Narrative”, reminds us that suicide prevention starts with compassion, open conversations, and breaking down stigma.

Talking saves lives.
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When someone feels isolated, unheard, or overwhelmed, reaching out—even in a small way—can make a difference. By listening without judgement, offering support, and guiding people to the right help, we can all play a part in preventing suicide.
How BPRCVS can help:

At BPRCVS, we work with local partners to support wellbeing and resilience across Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale. Through our Social Prescribing Service, Volunteer Wellbeing programmes, and community groups, we aim to reduce loneliness, strengthen connections, and help people find meaning and support in difficult times.

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Today we ask you to:

• Check in on a friend, neighbour, or loved one.
• Start conversations about mental health without fear or shame.
• Share resources and support available in our communities.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please don’t face it alone. Support is out there:

• Samaritans – Call 116 123 (free, 24/7)
• Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Mental Health Helpline – 0800 915 4640
• Papyrus (for under 35s) – 0800 068 4141

Together, we can shine a light on hope and make sure no one has to face their darkest moments alone. 

Get ready for a full day of outdoor fun at Towneley Park with something for everyone:

Forest wellbeing journals
Arts & crafts for all ages
Rainbow drumming
Bug sweeping & insect exploring
Campfire treats & marshmallow toasting
 Archery, paintballing & tree climbing
 Storytime & mindful activities

📍 Pick up your Event Guide & Info Station map on the day to make the most of every activity.
 Download the digital guide by clicking here
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Don’t forget to snap your best photos and enter the #OutdoorTown Photo Competition – prizes to be won! 

First up, volunteering! In consulting with members around the new RVS volunteering platform, we heard that members would like us to create a campaign that showcases the importance of local infrastructure in supporting volunteering in communities. We are starting to make plans, but we need your input and ideas? Firstly, we are gathering information about what you do around volunteering, how many roles you advertise, how many VCSE groups you support, and more. This will help us to paint a picture of how crucial NAVCA members are in nurturing a thriving and inclusive volunteering culture locally. Secondly, if you can contribute to our campaign, we'd like to hear from you. Jump to the section below to find out how to feed back - we'd love to hear from you.


We've also been planning our autumn/winter training series, where we're hosting a series of training sessions for NAVCA members, to help you develop your skills and support your local voluntary sector. I'm so pleased to see that our session with the Charity Commission has been popular - there are still a few spaces left, so book your place today to avoid missing out.


Myself and Lydia, our Projects Officer, have been working on making sure that our regular network meetings (such as volunteering, anti-racism, and climate) are as useful to members as possible. We have a volunteering meeting and an anti-racism meeting next week, and we'd love to see you there. And in another of our regular policy-orientated member conversations, we’re hoping you’ll join us to dig into the findings of recently released DCMS research into Local Civil Society Infrastructure.


There's a lot going on, so do check out the NAVCA website Member Hub, where you can chat to other members, download hundreds of free resources, and sign up for all NAVCA events. ​

Charity Commission Masterclass - Registering a CIOThis online masterclass is a unique opportunity for members that support community organisations to register as charities to hear directly from the Charity Commission about the process of registering a charity. You’ll get insights from Stuart Wood (Head of Registration) into what they look for, share your practical experiences, and help shape the dialogue with decision-makers. The session will address some common challenges, such as identifying and explaining an organisation's 'charitable purpose', 'objects' and 'public benefit'. This event is aimed at development workers and staff that regularly support organisations with Charity Commission registration.


The event will take place online on 18th September, 10am - 12pm, and costs £75. Book your place here.


Also, keep an eye out for more training sessions over the next few months!

Building your brand with Few and Far - member workshop

Branding is an important topic for members, as more organisations begin to explore rebranding or refreshing their brand in order to make the greatest impact. At our 2025 Annual Conference, we held a workshop hosted by Few and Far, a digital agency that specialises in working with not-for-profit organisations, on branding, digital and more. We know this was a popular topic for members, and also that many of you wanted to attend this workshop but were unable to. That's why we're hosting an online workshop in November, so more members can attend the session. 


We’re now excited to welcome Colin Grist, Creative Director at not-for-profit digital agency Few and Far, for a hands-on 2-hour online workshop for NAVCA members. Together, we’ll explore the adjectives and archetypes that define your brand today – and where you’d like it to go in the future. By the end of the session, you’ll have a clear “brand personality” that you can use as a benchmark for future brand or rebrand work, making sure it always connects back to your organisation’s story. You’ll take part in the collaborative exercise on the day, then leave with the tools to repeat it with your own team.


The event will take place online on 5th November, 11am to 1:15pm, and we have a limited number of early bird tickets available for £100. Book your place here.

Barking Owl - September: Analytics

Join us at the Barking Owl, the network for communications workers and similar roles in the NAVCA membership. In this meeting, we will be chatting all things analytics - including Google Analytics/GA4, alternative platforms, and how to make sense of it all! If you're an analytics expert, bring your knowledge and insight. If you're a beginner or need some tips, bring your questions!


This event will take place online on 25th September, 10am - 11am. Book your place here.

Volunteering Network: Creativity in Volunteering

Join us at the next NAVCA Volunteering Network for members working in all areas of volunteering. For this session, we will be joined by Tamara Friedrich from Warwick Business School, who have been conducting research on factors that enable creativity in volunteering and barriers that hamper it. We will discuss their learning, best practice, and ideas for creative methods of volunteering. The meeting will take place on Tuesday 9th September, 12pm - 1pm, and all NAVCA members are welcome. Sign up via the NAVCA website here. 

NAVCA Anti-Racist Group: Diversity of Trusteeship

​Join us at the next NAVCA Anti-Racist Group, for any NAVCA member interested in tackling racism in their community. With insights from Sandra White, CEO of NAVCA member Compost London, we will discuss the importance of having a diverse board of trustees, how to recruit, and the importance of having 'courageous conversations'. The meeting will take place on Thursday 11th September, 3pm - 4:30pm. Sign up via the NAVCA website here.

Lancashire’s councils are working together to propose new unitary council models that could change how services like social care, housing, and bin collections are delivered.

Your views will help shape the proposals.
    
Complete the survey and find out more


The survey closes on Sunday 28 September. 

​Burnley Business Week 2025 is almost here


The much-anticipated Burnley Business Week is back for 2025 and is bigger than ever.

From Monday 22nd September to Friday 26th September, dozens of businesses in the borough will come together to discuss hot topics, share best practice and make new connections.

Burnley Business Week is in its thirteenth year and is organised by Burnley Council, with Burnley College as the headline partner. It provides businesses and people looking to set up their own venture with free support across several sessions and venues.

See the full list of seminars here.

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Towneley Hall event - SOLD OUT!

​All tickets have now been taken for our event on 15th September!

This will be a really special event and we can't wait to show you this breathtaking newly-restored building.

COFFEE+COLLAB - AI & AUTOMATION: THE ART OF THE POSSIBLETuesday 14th October, 9 to 10am at Burnley Youth Theatre

Curious about how AI and automation could benefit your business, but not sure where to start?

Join Door4 founder Leon Calverley for a collaborative session designed to introduce AI and automation, spark ideas, and help you create a practical action plan.

Book you place.


Student support with CSR projects

Calling all Burnley Bondholders: are you currently working on a CSR project and would like some support from local school students?

Local secondary schools would love to hear from you if there's something you're working on that could require support or input from potential future employees.

Burnley Council's Brand Team and Business Support team have regular meetings with Burnley schools and it's in our interest to assist in getting you connected with them!

Between the Burnley schools they have students studying a huge range of subjects gaining skills that you might want to utilise including health & social care, construction, engineering, hair & beauty, creative media, graphic design and many more.

Please get in touch with Luke Pollard at lpollard@burnley.gov.uk if you want to get started..



Red Rose Awards 2026 open for entries
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Entries are now open for the biggest celebration of Lancashire business…the Red Rose Awards 2026.

The 16th annual awards will be held at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens on 12th March next year and are presented by Lancashire Business View.

The event raises a glass to the best of the best in the county and there are 24 different categories to enter including three new ones – AI and Tech Innovation, Creative Business and Deal of the Year.

We have so many outstanding businesses in our borough; we'd love to see as many Burnley Bondholders as possible enter!

Enter here.
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Ireland’s leading solar firm Activ8 Energies powers up for UK expansion with Low Carbon Energy
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Ireland’s leading solar panel provider Activ8 Energies, has acquired solar firm Low Carbon Energy (LCE) as it reveals ambitious plans to expand across the UK renewables sector.

The move for the Burnley-based firm comes as Activ8 eyes more UK commercial infrastructure projects following recent work on a £3million solar farm at John Lennon Airport in Liverpool. The new installation, which goes live next month, will provide 25% of the airport’s electricity.

Activ8, which is 50% owned by SSE Airtricity, an Irish subsidiary of SSE, is planning to double turnover and installed solar capacity over the next few years as it sets its sights on expanding beyond Ireland and becoming the biggest commercial and industrial renewable energy provider in the UK.


Advance Point business park fully complete

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Barnfield Contractors UK Ltd, part of the Barnfield Group, has announced the completion of Advance Point Business Park on Rossendale Road, Burnley.

All units are now available for immediate occupancy, marking a significant milestone in the regeneration and commercial development of the area.

Following the first successful sale in April 2025, the remaining high-quality, BREEAM Very Good-rated industrial and workshop units, ranging from approximately 2,490 sq ft, are now complete and ready for occupation.


Is this Burnley’s most generous financial adviser?​
As we walked into the bar area of Crow Wood Hotel to meet one of our newest Burnley Bondholders for a coffee, there’s a wedding being set up and it was a beautiful day for it.

“How lucky are we to have this venue in Burnley, I usually meet most of my clients here because it’s just such a great space,” Tass Hussain, who is a self-employed financial adviser within the Quilter Financial Planning Network, told Burnley.co.uk.

Only a few minutes into the conversation, it is clear Tass isn’t your usual financial adviser. He provides free pension clinics for older people who struggle in an online world and simply need someone trustworthy and friendly to help them with the paperwork.

Read the full story here.




Fortnum & Mason take premium deliveries on the road with bespoke CoolKit refrigerated EV
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World-renowned retailer, Fortnum & Mason has partnered with temperature-controlled and refrigerated vehicle specialist (and Burnley Bondholder!) CoolKit, to develop a new van conversion. The new van conversion will support its order-to-door premium goods delivery service, operating across central London.

With sustainability integral to its Future Matters strategy, Fortnum & Mason faced a unique challenge. The retailer required a temperature-controlled delivery vehicle capable of efficiently navigating London’s streets and buildings – where vehicle height restrictions are common – while also prioritising environmental performance.


Is this the poshest cattery in the UK?
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Burnley has many accolades to its name – most enterprising place and friendliest town, to name just two – but there may be one more up its sleeve; home to the poshest cattery in the UK.

Granted, this is a title created by Burnley.co.uk BUT after we visited Clearview Cattery in Hapton, it certainly is in for the running. Managed by husband and wife team Emily and Ryan Strange, the cattery is home to 50 chalets that are much larger than most.

The feline guests enjoy underfloor heating (jealous!), an absolutely spotless environment and outdoor secure “catios” attached to each of the chalets so they can safely wander in and out as they wish.

Full story. 



Bus firm’s interview lifeline to Lancashire Boohoo workers
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Lancashire bus operator Transdev is offering a guaranteed job interview to workers from the online fashion firm Boohoo after the retailer confirmed plans to close its Burnley distribution hub next year.

The bus firm, which employs 1,400 people at nine depots including two in Lancashire at Blackburn and Burnley, is offering a guaranteed job interview to any Burnley-based Boohoo staff looking for a new career in 2026.




Neuro-Sparks Business Solutions secures Rosebud funding to scale award-winning inclusive workplace services

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Burnley-based Neuro-Sparks Business Solutions, a family-run business that supports neurodivergent individuals in the workplace, is increasing its positive impact across Lancashire through a business loan and ongoing support from Rosebud, part of Lancashire County Council’s Business Growth Service, and Boost; Lancashire’s Business Growth Hub.

Neuro-Sparks Business Solutions was co-founded by Daniel and Val Armitage, a mother-and-son team with first-hand experience of neurodivergent conditions. The company is now led by a diverse team of neurodiverse and disabled people including Daniel’s partner Luke Bennison who joined as Operations Director.





Job Centre job fair

Burnley Council are working alongside Burnley Job Centre to organise a Jobs Fair on 18th September.  The council's business support team are looking for companies with live vacancies to exhibit at the event between 10am – 1pm in the stunning Ballroom at Padiham Town Hall.

This event is being supported by Padiham Town Council.

To get involved please email JNorwood@burnley.gov.uk.




Cyber Wake-Up Call - Bandicoot
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The event features speakers from Bandicoot, Aviva, Valor Insurance, and The Cyber Resilience Centre, who will share real-world examples of cyber attacks affecting SMEs, discuss how artificial intelligence is changing the threat landscape, and provide practical advice for business protection.

More info here.


Lunch & Learn events - Quilter Financial Planning

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One of our latest Burnley Bondholder members, Tass Hussain, has been conducting free 'Lunch & Learn' sessions discussing the changes to pension legislation and providing hints and tips on looking after your pension. 

Some topics discussed:

- Pension legislation changes from 2027. 
- Should I combine my pensions.
- How to locate a lost pension. 
- How does the state pension work? 

Tass has conducted events at GP surgeries and local businesses and also has a session planned with Oliver Ryan (Bunley MP) to help people in the local community. The aim is to arm people with pension knowledge and to debunk a few myths, in an informal environment. He also provides lunch and cakes so come along even if it's just for the free sandwiches!

Employers have found this useful as the session allows employees to ask questions directly to an advisor, rather than to HR (at no cost to them). 

The session takes place on a day convenient to the employer, around lunchtime, and lasts no longer than 1 hour.

Contact Tass to get involved: htassaddaq@gmail.com. 

Industry Insights Day - Coal Clough Academy
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‘Industry Insights Day’ is for Coal Clough Academy students aged 11 to 16 - and is aimed to introduce them into the diverse world of work and inspire them to start thinking and talking about their future pathways. 

Contact Molly Sparrow to get involved: msparrow@coalclough-ept.com


Corporate Halloween Sleepover


​Business leaders... Are you brave enough?
 
On Friday 31st October 2025, Towneley Hall hosts an exclusive corporate Halloween Sleepover. 
 
Just 15 spaces are available for local business leaders to spend the night in Burnley’s most historic (and haunted!) landmark, raising funds for cancer recovery and wellbeing programmes. 
 
A chance to network, challenge yourself, and support our community in a truly memorable way. 
 
Interested? Email Alexis: ATurner@blcgroup.co.uk


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Our News - September 2025 is here!


Dear Neighbour, 
The September issue of Our News is here!  We've got lots to share this month including: 

• Information on the National Emergency Alert test happening later this month
  
• A new deputy crime commissioner has been appointed in Derbyshire
  
• Advice to protect yourself from mobile phone theft
  
• ITV reports a 15% reduction in crime in areas where police work with Neighbourhood Watch
  
• Wildlife crime in Kent and lottery funding  for a safer Suffolk  
  

...and more!