The Batley Business and Retail Association

The Batley Business and Retailers Association (BBRA) was formed in 2005 in order to maximise the investment performance of businesses within Batley town centre by providing a framework that allows them to grow, thereby retaining wealth and maintaining asset values.

The objectives of the BBRA are to promote the interests of retailers and businesses in Batley town centre and of members of the Association both collectively and individually.

To ensure that the needs of town centre users are addressed in the co- ordin ation with and implementation by service providers.

To raise money through sponsorship, membership or other lawful means and seek matching support from the local authority and other funding bodies, provided that the net proceeds are used to promote the interests of the town centre retailers and businesses.

To liaise and co-operate with the local authority and other public agencies to improve and develop services/facilities which will benefit both town centre businesses and users and enhance the economic, social and environmental well being of the town centre.

To develop and implement promotional and marketing strategies either on its own or in co-operation with other organisations, which generate a positive image of the town to a local, national and international audience as appropriate.

To provide services and facilities of benefit to its members and stimulate links between individual members or organisations which are or are likely to be of mutual help in encouraging businesses.

To publicise the objectives and impact of town centre initiatives in order to persuade and encourage all others with a stake in the town centre to participate in such initiatives and become active members of the Association.

Meetings at 6.00p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at various venues around the town. call 01924 324660 for further details.

Join the BBRA

A membership fee of only £20 per annum brings many benefits for members of the Association:

The chance to have your say about what happens in Batley. The opportunity to network with other local businesses on a regular basis.  The advantage of beneficial advertising rates. We encourage our members to host the monthly meetings - giving them the chance to visit other businesses and see how they work. The opportunity to attend lectures and talks by local agencies and businesses. The opportunity to take part in joint promotional activities.

Email business@batleyanddewsbury.co.uk for more information.

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