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A booming Barnsley business, which has successfully transformed itself into one of the UK’s leading suppliers to the construction industry, has been crowned as Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber’s Business of the Year.  The Naylor Group proved to be a worthy winner of the highly coveted title of Business of the Year, after impressing judges with its significant business growth, the investment made in embracing innovative new technologies which has helped […]

Two former students at Rotherham Opportunities College are embarking on the first chapter in their chosen careers, after securing new roles at the Magna Science Adventure Centre. Millie and Asia are the first beneficiaries of a new partnership between the two organisations, which aims to help young adults with disabilities to secure paid employment after successfully completing their studies. During their time studying at Rotherham Opportunities College, both Millie and […]

Carrie Sudbury, Chief Executive of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber, has been awarded one of the most distinguished honours by the British Chamber of Commerce, in recognition of the outstanding leadership and contribution she has made towards shaping South Yorkshire’s business community. The President’s Award recognises exceptional work and the impact of individuals who have gone ‘above and beyond the call of duty’ in supporting their chamber, the local business community […]

Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber has revealed the names of 22 Rotherham-based businesses that have reached the shortlist of the 2025 Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards. The glittering evening, which has firmly established itself as one of the most prestigious business events in South Yorkshire, will showcase and celebrate the achievements of South Yorkshire’s local business community – from apprentices and start-up businesses taking the first steps on their business journey […]

Napoleons Casino & Restaurant Sheffield is proud to announce that a full-scale refurbishment is underway, with the transformed venue set to be unveiled in mid-November 2025. Having been a landmark in Sheffield’s nightlife since the 1990s, Napoleons is investing significantly in the venue to bring it in line with the contemporary, elevated standards of its sister casinos in Leeds, Bradford, and Manchester. The refurbishment forms part of Napoleons’ ongoing commitment […]

RNN Group formally launched its brand new, innovative Logistic Training Hub on Monday 20th October, located at Rawmarsh Road in the old Construction facilities of Rotherham College. The Logistics Hub which focuses on Forklift Truck Training includes two bespoke classrooms for theoretical learning as well as a large simulated warehouse space with shelving and pallets to practice  what has been learned in the classroom. Nearby our CSCS testing site - […]