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Lancashire Economic Breakfast

January 15, 2026

07:30 - 09:15

South Ribble

North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

A few months after the Budget which did little for businesses across Lancashire, the latest QES data is a must-hear for all organisational leaders. The first Lancashire Economic Breakfast of the year is a chance to see what lies ahead, and what the economic data currently shows, as businesses hope for more growth in 2026. The first event of the year, will be hosted by the BBC’s Mike Stevens, with the data being presented by Stephen Gregson.

We are delighted to welcome the Bank of England’s deputy agent for the North West, Lydia Reid, who will talk about her role and the wider economy. Lydia was appointed Deputy Agent for the North West in July 2025 having previously spent two years as Deputy Agent for Greater London since.

We will also have a panel of experts ready to talk construction in Lancashire and take part in a Q&A with delegates: John Winstanley – Story Homes Darren Ingram – Baxi Robert White – Brabners Lydia Reid – Bank of England This is a must -attend event for Lancashire’s business owners, financial directors, and senior managers.

AGENDA:
7.30am – 8.00am Breakfast and Networking
8.00am – 8.15am QES Results
8.15am – 8.30am Bank of England
8.30am – 8.55am Panel Discussion
8.55am – 9.00am Open Networking
9.00am Event Ends Delegates will receive the latest QES report, detailing all the latest data from domestic and export sales, the recent labour market stats and business confidence and concerns.

Free to Chamber members, £25 non-members, £15 affiliate members

Event cost: Free to Chamber members, £25 non-members, £15 affiliate members

Venue address

The Mill, St Catherine’s Park Lostock Lane, Lostock Hall Preston, Lancashire PR5 5XU United Kingdom
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