Welcome
Wakefield first is a public and private sector led strategic organisation responsible for attracting inward investment, supporting trade, and raising the profile of the Wakefield district. Our predominant motivations are sustainable economic growth, job creation and promotion of the Wakefield district as a vibrant, dynamic and competitive region with global aspirations.
Wakefield Councils' new Economic Strategy
Wakefield Council has launched its new Economic Strategy to create more successful people, businesses and places throughout the district.
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Events Calendar
Tue23Jul
‘Glass – the future and £60m funding’ by Glass Futures More >
Wed24Jul
Wakefield Business Networking Breakfast by Network B2B More >
Latest News
Register now to access £6m of new digital funding, Wakefield SMEs urgedRegister now to access £6m of new digital …
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Who would have thought 2 blokes from Wakefield would be DIT NPH Export ChampionsWho would have thought 2 blokes from Wakefield …
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m2r Education flying high!m2r Education flying high
Wakefield based international education recruitment firm, m2r education, …
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Bodycare store relocates to Trinity Walk from The RidingsBodycare store relocates to Trinity Walk from The …
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