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The University of Lancashire is committed to supporting economic growth and social development in the region. Working with businesses, we build on our strong reputation for applied knowledge exchange, bringing business research, entrepreneurship, transformation, innovation and academic excellence to life. We have a wealth of expertise, services and support opportunities to help every type of business develop. We believe in establishing collaborative partnerships with businesses, and are recognised as a world class institution which is ranked amongst the top 7% of all universities globally.* The University contributes more than £200 million to the North West economy every year, and is the largest university in Lancashire, the third largest in the North West** *Center for World University Rankings 2023
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Leverage Lancashire Business View platforms
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East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, Clayton le Moors, BB5 5JR
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Mytton Fold, Langho, BB6 8AB
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Lancashire Energy HQ , Blackpool, FY4 2QS
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Farington Lodge Hotel, Stanifield Lane, Farington, Preston, PR25 4QR
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