Businesses, charities, and organisations in Northamptonshire and the surrounding areas are being encouraged to take proactive steps in protecting themselves against cyber threats by attending NNBN’s upcoming Cyber Security Workshop on Tuesday 2nd April at the Hampton by Hilton Hotel in Corby.This 90-minute interactive session, hosted in partnership with The Cyber Resilience Centre for the East Midlands (EMCRC), aims to equip local businesses with essential knowledge and practical steps to enhance their cyber security. With cybercrime posing an increasing risk to businesses of all sizes, this event is an unmissable opportunity to gain free, expert-led guidance on how to safeguard...

18 March, 2025

Works are set to start on the long-awaited scheme to improve the Queen Eleanor Interchange in Northampton later this month.West Northamptonshire’s Highways partner Kier Transportation will be starting the works, that will reduce congestion in the area, week commencing 31 March.The Queen Eleanor interchange is a busy roundabout that joins the A45 trunk road with the A508 London Road, B526 Newport Pagnell Road and Hardingstone Lane. As traffic has increased over the years, the junction has struggled to keep up, and improvements are needed to make it more efficient.The Council has worked closely with National Highway to develop a scheme...

13 March, 2025

Plans for a stronger, more connected, and more prosperous West Northamptonshire have taken a significant step forward as the One West Northamptonshire Plan progresses towards adoption.The plan is a single vision and a commitment to a single set of outcomes across our area, in tandem with partners. Together we will tackle shared challenges, deliver key priorities and drive real improvements across our area for the benefit of residents.Through this plan we are committed to creating a better future for everyone, ensuring that West Northamptonshire remains a great place to live, work, and visit and one that continues to grow and...

13 March, 2025

An IT consultancy based in Irthlingborough has announced its Charity of the Year following an appeal at the end of last year.Back in December, 3RS IT Solutions made a public appeal for children’s charities in the area to apply to be the company’s Charity of the Year for 2025/26.With company directors Steve and Leila Souch being parents to three boys themselves, and having a daughter on the way, they wanted to work with a charity that supported children and made a real difference to young lives and future generations.After going through the many applications, the team have chosen to support...

13 March, 2025

Medisec Ltd has been closely following the progression of this important legislation, and here is what you need to know to stay informed and prepared.Local businesses across Northamptonshire should be aware of the upcoming changes in legislation aimed at improving public safety in event venues. The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, commonly known as Martyn’s Law, has recently passed the report stage in the House of Lords and is now set for its third reading – the final step before receiving Royal Assent from the King.What is Martyn’s Law?Martyn’s Law is a proposed piece of legislation that seeks to enhance...

13 March, 2025

Innovative office hub Vulcan Works is celebrating two years of supporting businesses in West Northamptonshire.The purpose-built serviced workspace, which is in the heart of the Northampton’s Cultural Quarter, has firmly established itself as a vital part of the local community and economy, and is renowned for its dedicated business support for customers including grant and tender opportunities, networking and topical masterclasses.Vulcan Works drives growth in the local economy by boosting the West Northamptonshire eco system for businesses, by creating a collaborative and inclusive community, supporting and signposting business owners with a network of industry experts and mentors as well as growth programmes,...

13 March, 2025

Delapré Abbey recently hosted the fourth Community of Practice, bringing together 47 individuals and organisations committed to spreading the resources and courses of Action for Happiness across Northamptonshire. The event celebrated the success of over 250 trained Champions, who are helping to embed positive wellbeing practices into local communities.The Action for Happiness Northamptonshire Hub (AfHNH) continues to grow, offering free resources and information via its online platform. The virtual home of the Hub is based at Delapré Abbey, reflecting a strong partnership between the two organisations. Starting on Thursday 13th March, volunteers, in partnership with Delapré Wellbeing, Manna House, and...

12 March, 2025

Leading retail association Bira has warned that independent high street shops are facing a "perfect storm" of declining in-store sales and rising costs, despite modest overall growth in the retail sector.The latest BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor figures for February 2025 show UK retail sales increased by 1.1% year-on-year (0.9% on a like-for-like basis). However, this headline figure masks significant challenges facing independent retailers.While food sales grew by 2.3% (2.1% like-for-like), non-food sales remained flat at 0.0% (-0.1% like-for-like). Most concerning is the continued decline in non-food in-store sales, which fell by -1.0% (-1.3% like-for-like) compared to the same period last...

12 March, 2025

Regulation will be cut back as the Prime Minister sets out his latest steps to drive economic growth that puts more money in working people’s pockets.Regulation will be cut back as the Prime Minister sets out his latest steps to drive economic growth that puts more money in working people’s pockets.The Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) will be abolished as the latest step in reducing the burdens on business.The Government will set out further steps to reduce red tape in the coming days.A strong economy is at the heart of the Government’s plan to deliver security and renewal through the Plan...

12 March, 2025

The long-awaited regeneration of Greyfriars in Northampton town centre continues to make progress as West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and ECF – the partnership between Homes England, Legal & General, and Muse – collaborate to refine an approach.A Council decision, made on 4 March, means senior WNC officers will be able to work together with ECF to negotiate a Development Agreement, once a final plan and strategy has been agreed.A future Development Agreement could then unlock the potential of one of the region’s most significant brownfield opportunities and over 25 acres of Northampton town centre, setting the stage for a generational...

11 March, 2025

The much-anticipated completion of a new road that will ease congestion and improve connectivity for residents is nearing its final stages.Works, carried out by West Northamptonshire Council’s Highways Partner Kier Transportation, to finish the southern section of the Sandy Lane Relief Road to the A4500 junction started in February following collaboration with Homes England.This follows the northern part of the road opening to motorists in the summer of last year and forms part of the Council’s wider investment into road infrastructure across the area.Lane closures are in place on the A4500 between Sandy Lane roundabout and Upton Valley Way North...

10 March, 2025