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Introduction

The North West Business Leadership Team (NWBLT) is an independent group of influential business leaders, who work together to promote the long-term well-being of North West England.

It was formally launched by HRH The Prince of Wales at Blackburn in July 1989 following a joint initiative of Business in the Community and the CBI to promote private sector engagement in regional development. The NWBLT office was established in April 1990 and operates from Daresbury Laboratory, near Warrington.

This website also highlights latest developments and current activities in relation to NWBLT’s four priority action areas:-

For information about investing in North West England or for business news about the region go to www.englandsnorthwest.com or click on the link at the top right of the page.

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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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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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Geoffrey Piper, Chief Executive of NWBLT

NWBLT BRIEFING FOR GENERAL ELECTION CANDIDATES

15/04/2010

On the day when the May 6 General Election was announced, NWBLT publicly issued a briefing to General Election candidates in the North West to work for the long-term prosperity of the region.

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Why I want to be a Scientist...

Win an iPod Touch and cash prize for your school

09/03/2010

The NWBLT has launched the 2nd Annual North West Schools Science Competition with support from Active Profile, Business in the Community, the Catalyst Science and Discovery Centre, Chemicals Northwest and the Museum of Science and Industry. The competition is open to pupils in Year 7 and Year 8 (as at September 2010) in North West England - Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Merseyside. Pupils are invited to email NWBLT on "Why I want to be a Scientist" and should write no more than 500 words. The winner will receive an iPod Touch and cash for their school.

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