CREST23 Business Awards Finalists Revealed
4th September 2023
The waiting is over! CREST23 Business Awards has announced this year’s finalists, shortlisting businesses of all sizes, who are leading the way for the green economy in the face of the current economic crisis. This year’s entries posed a
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Industrial Strategy ‘An Important Milestone’
23rd June 2025
Responding to the publication of the Industrial Strategy, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s Industrial Strategy is an important milestone towards creating a competitive economy that is fit for the future, with thriving
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ramsac announce Cyber Resilience Certification to prepare organisations for cyberattacks
13th July 2022
With 25% of UK charities and 65% of medium sized businesses in the UK all experiencing cyber-attacks in 2021, it is more important than ever to ensure staff are equipped and able to defend themselves against online threats and contribute
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – March 10th 2021
10th March 2021
Last week we received the Chancellor’s Budget providing businesses with more clarity for the year ahead. We were looking and lobbying for an extended furlough scheme, no immediate tax increases and some encouragement for businesses to invest. These three things were all addressed,
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Garland Blooms at Foxhills to Claim Maiden ITF World Tennis Tour Win
15th August 2022
Joanna Garland is already eyeing up a return visit to Foxhills Club & Resort after making the most of the Surrey venue’s exceptional sport and leisure facilities to claim her maiden singles victory on the ITF World Tennis Tour. The
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BCC responds to Shadow Chancellor’s speech
23rd September 2019
Responding to the Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell’s speech at the Labour Party Conference, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Labour and business share key goals, but often differ on how to achieve them. “At
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Experience Guildford announces 2018 Customer Service Award winners
10th September 2018
Town centre businesses, local dignitaries and representatives of Guildford enjoyed a celebratory evening at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre on Monday 3 September as Experience Guildford crowned the town’s customer service stars. Now in its sixth year, the Experience Guildford Customer
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Azets Guildford Pledges £25,000 to its Charity of the Year
19th October 2023
The Guildford office of Azets, the UK Top 10 accounting firm, has pledged to raise £25,000 for Challengers. Challengers provides play and leisure opportunities for disabled children and young people aged 2- 18 years across Surrey, Hampshire, West Sussex,
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Redbox Group launch their new website
26th November 2019
We are delighted to announce the launch of our new website. If you take a little time to explore our new site, you’ll be able to see that we’ve updated the design to provide a clean and more contemporary style
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University of Surrey Secures £905,000 NIHR Grant to Investigate Antidepressant Prescribing in the UK’s South Asian Community
19th October 2023
An innovative project to examine disparities in medication prescribing among the UK’s ethnic minority groups has been awarded £905,000 by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Focusing specifically on antidepressants, the project aims to shed light
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Surrey’s innovators receive £1.2m boost from UKRI Impact Acceleration Account
15th June 2022
The University of Surrey will receive £1.2m from the UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI’s) Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) to accelerate bright ideas into global opportunities and jumpstart knowledge exchange, translation, and commercialisation. IAA funding allows UK teams to unlock
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BCC comments on proposals for new UK immigration system
19th February 2020
Commenting on the government’s policy proposals for a points-based immigration system, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “The speed and scale of these changes will require significant adjustment by businesses. “Companies are already investing heavily in home-grown talent across the
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How accounting apprenticeships can support your business growth
9th June 2025
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
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Spending Review Must Be A Catalyst For Growth
16th June 2025
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.
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Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford Announces Eight Promotions
18th May 2020
13 May 2020 – Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford has announced eight promotions, including three people to Legal Director and five to Senior Associate. The three new Legal Directors, all promoted from Senior Associates, are Fiona Thompson (Construction), Gareth Walliss
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FINAL CALL: DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR EVERYWOMAN ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS
18th June 2025
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
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Heathrow’s response to findings of Judicial Review
17th December 2020
A Heathrow Spokesperson said: “This is the right result for the country, which will allow Global Britain to become a reality. Only by expanding the UK’s hub airport can we connect all of Britain to all of the growing markets of
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Prepare to get noticed!
17th April 2024
Prepare to get noticed! Do you aspire to establish your presence in your industry? Do you aim to be recognised as a respected authority in your sector? Do you wish to evoke reactions, prompt change, and leave a lasting impact
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Launch of the inaugural Surrey business sustainability awards
9th February 2021
CREST21 Business Awards to go live on Monday 1 February The Surrey CREST21 Business Awards have been founded by the Woking News & Mail, in association with the University of Surrey’s Centre for Environment and Sustainability and supported by headline
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Foxhills Spells Fun For All The Family This Autumn
19th October 2022
With a range of top-class resort facilities to help relax and unwind and a host of magical Halloween activities to enjoy, Foxhills Club & Resort is the perfect location for a family staycation this October half-term and autumn. Set
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