Burnley College is working with industry leaders, local businesses and academic partners to explore the opportunities shaping Burnley’s economic future.
Once a town at the heart of the Industrial Revolution, Burnley has transitioned into a modern hub for advanced manufacturing, digital technologies and innovation.
Through strong collaborations between education providers, the council and the wider business community, Burnley is carving out a reputation as a leading centre for skills development and investment.
The Invest in Burnley Breakfast event served as a platform for dynamic discussions on how Burnley’s knowledge economy, growth sectors and skilled workforce are driving success.
For Burnley College, the event reaffirmed its commitment to addressing local skills gaps, creating industry-ready workforces and supporting economic growth across East Lancashire and beyond.
The event also highlighted the long-term growth drivers shaping Burnley’s future and the critical role education plays in this transformation.
Neil Burrows, Director of Skills & Innovation at Burnley College said:
“Burnley College is proud to collaborate with our industry partners to drive meaningful change and ensure that we’re filling skills gaps, but also achieving so much more, shaping a brighter, industry-ready future for East Lancashire.
“This event is a fantastic example of what we can achieve when education and business work hand in hand.”
