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NWBLT and United Utilities host North West MPs

28/06/2010

The Chairman of the North West Business Leadership Team, Paul Lee, and the Chief Executive of United Utilities, Philip Green, jointly hosted a New Parliament Reception at Lingley Mere, Warrington recently.

North West MPs with hosts Paul Lee and Philip Green

North West MPs with hosts Paul Lee and Philip Green

The event was addressed by prominent MPs from all the three main political parties, including the local Conservative MP for Warrington South, David Mowat; the Liberal Democrat Minister for Communities and Local Government, Andrew Stunell; and the Rt. Hon. Hazel Blears, former Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government.

Other North West MPs who spoke at the event included Louise Ellman (Liverpool Riverside), Bill Esterson (Sefton Central), Graham Evans (Weaver Vale), Yvonne Fovargue (Makerfield), Julie Hilling (Bolton West), Graham Jones (Hyndburn), Alison McGovern (Wirral South), Andrew Miller (Ellesmere Port and Neston) and John Pugh (Southport).

An open discussion took place regarding some of the key issues currently facing the North West, including the future organisation of local and regional economic development. Andrew Stunell confirmed that the Government will continue to consult with the business community, as well as the region’s local authorities, before bringing forward legislative proposals.

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Westminster Palace - House of Commons

NWBLT and the Local Enterprise Partnerships

08/09/2010

The North West Business Leadership Team has been active on a number of fronts in relation to the introduction of Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) in the North West. We are encouraging our members to engage with those LEPs for which they can provide valuable support and we have also submitted evidence to, and attended, the House of Commons Select Committee on LEPs.

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“2010 Lever Prize Winner - Future Everything”

LEVER PRIZE 2011 - SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED

16/08/2010

FOUR of the Northwest’s most outstanding arts organisations have been shortlisted for the prestigious Lever Prize 2011, which provides the winner with £10,000 cash and support from the North West’s most influential business leaders.

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The Duke of Westminster and Geoffrey Piper chatting with Louise Ellman MP

Duke of Westminster hosts NWBLT celebration

09/08/2010

Past and present members of the North West Business Leadership Team and over 100 guests gathered recently at The Duke of Westminster’s Eaton Park to celebrate the 21st Anniversary of the Team’s foundation.

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North West MPs with hosts Paul Lee and Philip Green

NWBLT and United Utilities host North West MPs

28/06/2010

The Chairman of the North West Business Leadership Team, Paul Lee, and the Chief Executive of United Utilities, Philip Green, jointly hosted a New Parliament Reception at Lingley Mere, Warrington recently.

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Future Everything

The Lever Prize 2011 - Open for Entries

12/05/2010

Applications for the Lever Prize 2011 are now being accepted. The winner will receive a £10,000 cash prize, a distinctive trophy and the chance to collaborate with the NWBLT member companies throughout the year. The Prize is awarded by NWBLT in collaboration with Arts and Business North West and NWDA. The closing date for entries is 30th June 2010 - shortlisted organisations will be notified during August.

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