Linda Pollard
Linda Pollard is Deputy Chairman of Yorkshire Forward

Work continues in shadow of closure

8:09am Wednesday 11th August 2010

I thought I’d use this month’s column to highlight the work Yorkshire Forward is still doing and is committed to doing in Bradford. With recent media coverage on Yorkshire Forward’s closure, you might assume that all work has come to a standstill – but let me assure you that is not the case.

Regional way is still the key to success

10:40am Wednesday 14th July 2010

Yorkshire Forward has been grabbing the headlines of late with the enforced £40m budget cuts and a question mark hanging over the agency’s existence.

City of Film status a reason to be proud

3:51pm Wednesday 9th June 2010

Bradford is the only city in the world to hold Unesco City of Film status, and I have long believed the Media Museum is the jewel in the crown for Bradford.

Tomorrow is NOT just another day...

8:39am Wednesday 10th March 2010

As a region we have developed a diverse mixed economy which gives us resilience in difficult times. But to remain competitive, companies need to stay ahead of the game, and innovation is key to this. This is why Yorkshire Forward is keen to promote innovation successes in Yorkshire and Humber.

People are the key to city moving on

2:46pm Wednesday 10th February 2010

I was delighted the Northern Way (a partnership between the three northern regional revelopment agencies) decided to hold its conference Regeneration Momentum in Bradford last month at the National Media Museum.

Meeting the next challenge to go global

1:59pm Thursday 14th January 2010

This time of year is a time for businesses to take stock, reflect on the year gone by – achievements and things we could have done better.

One body that is going all out for growth

1:10pm Wednesday 9th December 2009

Last month I attended the official launch of the Leeds City Region pilot programme at the Harrogate International Centre, along with business and political leaders from across Yorkshire, including Bradford.

Getting some pressing issues into the open

8:53am Wednesday 11th November 2009

Last month Yorkshire Forward held its annual general meeting at the Midland Hotel in Bradford. A total of 230 people attended to review Yorkshire Forward’s performance over the last year. The annual report findings were presented, and this was followed by a Question Time-style debate with panel members from the public and private sector who represent the region.

The future looks bright for Bradford

2:15pm Wednesday 14th October 2009

For months now it seems like the development of New Victoria Place has been at a standstill with its future being debated along with past decisions, but recently the scheme took a positive step forward.

Park will be something to be proud of

9:13am Wednesday 9th September 2009

I was delighted to hear that Bradford’s City Park has been given the go-ahead by the Council, with investment from Yorkshire Forward.

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