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Leicestershire business, civic and political leaders unite behind call for a positive mayoral devolution deal
24 November 2025
Momentum has grown following a major devolution summit held by LBV and East Midlands Chamber at MIRA Technology Park in September 2025, where city, county, district and borough leaders joined enterprise zone representatives, business leaders and universities to debate the future of regional governance. (more…)
LBV statement on Garment Sector Review
14 November 2025
We also note that the review found non-compliance with the National Minimum Wage within Leicester’s garment industry to be broadly in line with or lower than levels observed in other UK manufacturing sectors, reflecting positively on many local employers. (more…)
LBV strengthens partnership with DMU
23 October 2025
De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has strengthened its strategic partnership with Leicester Business Voice (LBV), building on a long-standing relationship to create fresh opportunities for the city’s business community.
Leanne Bonner-Cooke MBE joins Leicestershire Business Voice as new Board Director
4 September 2025
Leanne joins ten other Directors on the LBV Board alongside Chair, Sue Tilley. Leanne will help the board to support its growing membership base of businesses in the city and county by shaping and influencing future business growth in the region.
Navigating the path of regional devolution: Leicestershire’s evolving governance landscape
26 June 2025
This event was aimed at starting a conversation with our city, county and district leaders to ensure that the voice of business is heard as devolution plans continue to develop.
