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John McCabe

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CEO of North East Chamber of Commerce; deputy lieutenant of Tyne & Wear; chair of North East Combined Authority business & economy board; honorary professor of business at Teesside University; trustee at The King’s Trust; Parkrunner and volunteer. Next 007

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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Thanks to BBC Look North for the opportunity to talk about the impact of welfare reforms and the need to get more people into work in our region. More on Politics North this Sunday.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
It was great to visit K2 Construction Management last week to learn about the development and construction of the hugely impressive SeAH Wind facility on Teesworks. Thanks to James Grant for hosting me and Tom Warnock.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
North East Chamber of Commerce partner Esh Group has made an impressive start on restoring our Tyne Bridge to its full former glory. Today I’ve joined political and business leaders in calling on government to commit to funding the completion of this work. www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-e...
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Tyne Bridge restoration cash U-turn would be 'spectacular own goal' for Labour
ChronicleLive, senior politicians, and business leaders are today urging the Government to end months of uncertainty and commit to providing the final £6 million for the Tyne Bridge's restoration
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
I'm excited to work alongside such an outstanding group of business leaders on the new North East Combined Authority Business and Economy Board. Huge thanks to everyone who has agreed to play their part in making our region the home of real opportunity. www.northeast-ca.gov.uk/news/economy...
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Membership of North East Business and Economy Board announced
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness and the North East Combined Authority have confirmed new members of its Business and Economy Board.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Our North East Local Growth Plan sets out how we're going to create the jobs and attract the investment to grow our economy. Have your say and let’s all get stuck in to deliver on the mission to make this the home of real opportunity. www.northeast-ca.gov.uk/news/north-e...
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North East mayor launches plan for growth to reach everyone in society
The interim Local Growth Plan will guide the North East’s economic growth and the work of the North East Combined Authority for the next 10 years.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
A brilliant day in Parliament promoting our region. Team North East was out in force!
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Bonnet de douche Rodders!
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
The North East Chamber of Commerce’s CSR response sets out the targeted investments and policy changes necessary to unlock growth in this region. Click on the link below to read our full submission and my letter to Rachel Reeves and @darrenpjones.bsky.social www.necc.co.uk/chamber-urge...
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Chamber urges government to back North East growth in spending review - North East Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber has submitted a response to the government’s comprehensive spending review consultation, calling for targeted investment and policy changes to unlock economic growth across the region. The...
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Yes!
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Good to see @darrenpjones.bsky.social at today’s British Chambers of Commerce Business Council. I took the opportunity to make the case for investment in the regions through properly funded Local Growth Plans and devolved decision making. Thriving regions are the route to national economic renewal.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Great to see our North East and Tees Valley mayors @kimmcguinness.bsky.social and Ben Houchen plus the Chamber’s Marianne O’Sullivan on Politics North this weekend where they discussed transport, infrastructure, child poverty and measures to reduce levels of economic inactivity in our region.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Good to see this from Lloyds Banking Group. I’ve been picking up a similar sentiment in recent weeks. It’s tough right now but our region is already benefiting from a devolution dividend and the ingenuity of our people and businesses. Still a way to go. www.business-live.co.uk/economic-dev...
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North East firms more optimistic about their own fortunes
Regional firms cited investment in staff, introducing new products and services and breaking into new markets as priority growth activities
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Delighted to have been appointed chair of the North East Combined Authority business and economy board. www.necc.co.uk/chamber-chie...
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Chamber chief executive to head North East business board - North East Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber’s chief executive John McCabe has been appointed Chair of the North East Combined Authority’s (NECA) Business and Economy Board. Working alongside North East Mayor Kim McGuinness, John wil...
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Good to see the Leamside Line at the top of the list of nationally significant infrastructure projects being discussed by Rachel Reeves and Laura Kuenssberg yesterday.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Give blood, get Tuc!
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
Amongst his very many other roles in North East life, Sir Paul was the first president of the new North East Chamber of Commerce from 1995. On behalf of the Chamber, I extend deepest condolences to his family. www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/2486723...
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Sir Paul Nicholson, ex-Lord Lieutenant of County Durham, dies aged 86
The former Lord Lieutenant of County Durham, family brewery head Sir Paul Nicholson, has died at the age of 86.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
NECC is committed to supporting organisations that are making a positive impact in our region. That's why we're announcing a 20% membership discount for community interest companies (CICs), charities and schools. Your community deserves our support. necc.co.uk/get-in-touch/
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 05/01/2025
Caught the end of the match standing outside a Budapest bar. Disappointing result…we should be putting relegation fodder away. Up the unbearable reds.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Very sorry to hear this news. Davie was a lovely man. Time spent in his company was always fun and insightful. He was a great ambassador for the North East and did a very fine job as Chamber President. He will be missed by all who knew him. www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-e...
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Tributes paid to former Airport CEO who passed away on New Year's Day
David Laws is credited with bringing the Emirates' direct Dubai flight to the North East in his 37 years at Newcastle Airport
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
My column in today’s Journal…it’s tough out there, but there’s much to be optimistic about heading into 2025. www.necc.co.uk/times-are-to...
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Times are tough but there's plenty to be cautiously optimistic about - North East Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber’s latest column for The Journal by John McCabe, chief executive. When was the last time you read an end of year business column that didn’t start with something along the lines of ‘This is...
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
A little recap on what we've been up to in 2024 and a preview of what we have in store for next year when we're going to be flat out supporting North East business thrive in '25. Bring it on. vimeo.com/1036384247
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To follow.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
The first NE Chamber carol service took place at Newcastle Cathedral last night. It was great to see so many friends of the Chamber as well as some new faces all coming together to celebrate the season. Huge thanks to @helenannhartley.bsky.social and The Very Reverend Lee Batson for hosting us.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Just loved seeing @paulheatonsolo.bsky.social and @riannedowney.bsky.social in Newcastle tonight. A perfect 10.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
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Chamber welcomes new train deal for Hitachi in partnership with regional operator Lumo - North East Chamber of Commerce
Commenting on today’s announcement confirming new train orders for Hitachi’s Newton Aycliffe site in County Durham, Rhiannon Bearne, deputy chief executive and director of policy at the North East Cha...
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
The Green North Sea Shipping Corridor will reduce carbon emissions and create jobs in our region. Great to see this initiative from Chamber partner member Port of Tyne. www.business-live.co.uk/ports-logist...
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Green Shipping Corridor launched between Tyne and Amsterdam
The project links the Port of Tyne with the Port of IJmuiden
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Excited for this. He’ll always be my Bond.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
The first obligation on a male ally is to speak out against inappropriate words/actions. The allegations being made against this man are serious but irrespective of what he has said or done, his response to those allegations is deeply offensive and cannot go ignored. news.sky.com/story/gregg-...
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Gregg Wallace: Allegations against me come from 'middle-class women of certain age'
Gregg Wallace has stepped back from hosting MasterChef while historical allegations against him are investigated. This morning he hit out at his accusers in a series of Instagram videos.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
I’m so pleased to have celebrated the close and special bond between Newcastle and Bergen this evening. Great to be at Newcastle Civic Centre with @karenkilgour.bsky.social and other civic leaders hosting friends from Bergen.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Thanksgiving was better during the Bartlet administration. Wingnuts out there will enjoy this…from pardoning two turkeys to the Butterball Hotline to Charlie and the knife. Happy Thanksgiving 🇺🇸 youtu.be/vH-J94gQMow
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Best Thanksgiving Moments | The West Wing
YouTube video by Warner Bros. TV
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
We recently held a very productive consultation roundtable with North East Chamber members, @kimmcguinness.bsky.social and @markfergusonmp.bsky.social. I’m grateful to everyone who took part in that and to the BCC’s Jane Gratton for sharing our feedback with the Employment Rights Bill Committee.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Great to see this important collaboration between Lumo and Hitachi Rail getting the recognition it deserves. bdaily.co.uk/articles/202...
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Gold award recognises Lumo’s reliability
A leading intercity operator has been awarded a top accolade for train reliability, highlighting its contribution to sustainable travel and… | North East | Transport | Travel | Awards | Sustainability...
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
It was a huge pleasure to welcome Iain Anderson to our latest North East Chamber of Commerce 1815 Dinner this evening. From Trump to UK industrial strategy and much more besides, Iain very generously shared his time and thoughts with a packed room of our members at The Biscuit Factory.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Just judged Chamber Bake Off and there wasn’t a soggy bottom in sight. Congratulations to Natasha who won best savoury with her sausage rolls filled with cranberry & apple stuffing served with a gravy dip…and to Sarah who won best sweet with her GF fudge & ganache tart and treacle toffee brittle.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
Very grateful to the team at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music for the invitation to attend this afternoon’s powerful performance of A Child Of Our Time. Great to see so much North East talent sharing the stage with The Royal Northern Sinfonia and performers from around the world.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 23/11/2024
No Parkrun today so a lovely wintery walk instead.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
So pleased to welcome Great Run Company back into Chamber membership. To celebrate, I’ve just confirmed my place in the 2025 Great North Run (no ballot stress for me as a longtime GNR member) and the 2025 Great North 10k. Just need to get my knee fixed now!
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Typically classy stuff from William Hague. His Commons clashes with John Prescott were always great fun. Two heavyweights slugging it out with good humour and I suspect, a healthy dose of mutual respect. youtu.be/_mUvOnau79s?...
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John Prescott: 'We had a really good relationship off camera', Lord Hague says
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
So pleased to see @justin-ng.bsky.social joining @number10cat.bsky.social on here now. My two favourite accounts from the old days on the other side.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Here’s a little thing I’ve done with the fab team at BDaily. I hope you enjoy it. bdaily.co.uk/articles/202...
bdaily.co.uk
Then and now: John McCabe
In a new feature for Bdaily, John McCabe, chief executive of the North East Chamber of Commerce, reflects on his… | North East | Personal Development | Professional Services | Then and now |
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
On the road a bit later today so I keep refreshing Audible but still no sign of @shippersunbound.bsky.social’s latest tome, Out (a smidge under 43 hours). Can you give it a nudge please Tim?
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
A good line from Nick Robinson over on the dark side this morning. On John Prescott, “…he was the Labour in New Labour.”
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
Great to see one of our own reporting such an impressive set of figures while maintaining a commitment to supporting impact-focused entrepreneurship across the UK. www.business-live.co.uk/technology/s...
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Sage earnings climb as cloud uptake grows and AI assistant rolled out
The FTSE100 giant said it was entering 2025 with strong momentum
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
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North East mayor Kim McGuinness urges region to lead country on child poverty
The first North East Child Poverty Summit saw a number of measures announced along with a call to action on tackling the issue
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Wearing my Honorary Prof hat (there must be such a thing) I’ve been at Teesside University this morning chatting with senior leaders at the International Business School. Hugely impressed by the team’s focus on employability and the delivery of a great student experience.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Great to be at the Child Poverty Summit organised by North East mayor @kimmcguinness.bsky.social today. The slide says it all. The time to act is now and that’s why we at the Chamber are doubling down on our campaign for a Stronger, Fairer North East with good work integral to our region’s economy.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 15/11/2024
My thanks to His Excellency Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, president and ceo of Dubai Chambers, for the opportunity to discuss how we can further develop trade between our two regions. I hope our discussion at yesterday's Dubai Business Forum will be just the first of many.
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John McCabe @nechamberceo.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
First post on @bsky.app. And I’m sending my Tesla back next year. That’ll teach him.
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