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London, 17 June 2025 – The nominations deadline for this year’s everywoman Entrepreneur Awards, in association with BGF, has been extended.   Female entrepreneurs now have until midnight on 14th July 2025 to submit their entries for this extraordinary showcase

An unforgettable day of courage and community spirit took place on Saturday 14 June, as Guildford Cathedral’s Daring Descent fundraising challenge saw 27 brave participants, including The Right Reverend Andrew Watson, Bishop of Guildford, abseil 160 feet down the Cathedral

The New Victoria Theatre Woking has today (Wednesday 18th June) announced additional casting for this year’s enchanting family pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The show stars Birds of a Feather’s Lesley Joseph as The Wicked Queen, alongside broadcaster

Large businesses in Surrey are increasingly exposed to cyberattacks, with fresh data showing a clear link between company size and breach frequency – but experts are warning that smaller firms may be dangerously underestimating the threat. According to the latest

Reacting to news that the US President has signed an Executive Order on the trade deal with the UK, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said:    “News that the trade deal with the US has been agreed on

Responding to the Comprehensive Spending Review, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the BCC, said:     “Business has been waiting for Government to show it understands the deep-rooted problems holding back our economy and how they can be solved.   

Responding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said:         “It’s clear there was significant front loading of goods exports to the US before April as firms looked to cushion the

Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said:        “The increase in employment costs for business appears to be starting to bite

East Surrey College is offering local businesses the opportunity to secure their talent pipeline with accounting and business administration apprentices who are seeking reputable employers. 73% of UK companies currently experience skills shortages, with many specifically facing difficulties hiring accounting

Now in their 23rd year, the Awards are free to enter, and seek to identify and celebrate the inspirational female founders whose vision, passion, and resilience will play a key role in ensuring the future of the British economy. Whether you’re

The BCC is urging Government to help business boom as it considers its future spending plans. As the Comprehensive Spending Review looms this Wednesday it has set out the key asks that business believe can help grow the economy.  These

In another example of ramping up its compliance activities, HMRC has started sending nudge letters to businesses where the most recent financial statements show loans to directors or employees exceeding £10,000. These letters serve as a reminder of the requirement