Reigate Manor help raise over £1600 for Stripey Stork
4th July 2022
On Thursday 23rd June Reigate Manor played host to local charity, Stripey Stork’s, annual quiz night. Sadly, due to the pandemic, the charity have been unable to run the evening since 2019. Nevertheless, the 2 year hiatus only helped build
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University of Surrey links up with local business community to offer a safe “welcome back” to students
18th September 2020
After a difficult and damaging period for Surrey businesses hit hard by the Covid-19 slump in business, the University of Surrey has teamed up with the local business community and Guildford Borough Council to ensure students are welcomed back safely
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BREXIT Transition Changes- Actions for Businesses
13th January 2021
On 24 December 2020, the UK and EU negotiators reached an “agreement in principle” on the text of a new trade and cooperation agreement to govern their relations now that the UK has left the EU. Details about the changes
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BCC responds to announcement of Future Fund
20th April 2020
Welcoming the Chancellor’s announcement of a Future Fund, supporting start-ups by delivering an initial commitment of £250m of new government funding which will be unlocked by private investment on a match-funded basis, BCC Head of Economics Suren Thiru said: “The Future Fund will help provide urgently needed support
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New business support offer for Surrey launched by the Chancellor of Exchequer
22nd May 2024
Business Surrey – a new Surrey County Council service offering free and accessible support to businesses across the county – has officially been launched by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt. From start-ups to longstanding SMEs, Surrey companies of all
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BCC comments on the Queen’s Speech
15th October 2019
Commenting on the Queen’s Speech opening a new session of Parliament, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Our message to government is simple: put the economy at the forefront of your agenda. These
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 30th September 2022
30th September 2022
A few lights in our challenging business environment Following some early heads up there was some good news from the government on support for businesses, who have been receiving eye watering energy bills. The support package on offer is significant
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27 April 2022 RSM UK strengthens tax team with new partner in the South
28th April 2022
Leading audit, tax and consulting firm RSM UK has appointed Vinod Keshav as partner within its corporate tax team in Guildford. Vinod joins RSM from PwC, where he gained over 20 years’ tax experience. Vinod has broad tax expertise but
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Final call to vote in the Experience Guildford Customer Service Awards
18th July 2022
Voting in the Experience Guildford Customer Service Awards 2022 is now coming to an end, with under a week until the voting lines close. Make sure your voice is heard and your favourite businesses are recognised by placing your vote
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 27th March
31st March 2023
It has been an exciting time for the Chamber over the last month. Thanks to government funding we have run a number of complimentary courses in Sales, International Sales, Numeracy and International Documentation. More than 150 businesspeople have benefited
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Navigating Global AI regulation and the position in the UK
4th June 2024
Navigating Global AI regulation and the position in the UK Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force driving innovation across various industries, from healthcare and finance to manufacturing and transportation. However, as AI technologies continue to advance, concerns
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UK first – AA launches a trio of full-electric recovery vehicles
5th June 2024
UK first – AA launches a trio of full-electric recovery vehicles Up to 6000 kg payload and 170 mile range from one charge Major focus on piloting shift to low emissions vehicles in preparation for net zero Fully electric recovery
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A-Plan launches COVID-19 Community Heroes campaign
22nd April 2020
A-Plan launches COVID-19 Community Heroes campaign A-Plan Insurance has launched a local initiative to help celebrate the unsung heroes of our communities. From takeaways delivering curries to their local NHS staff, community volunteer groups helping people in isolation, individuals using
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – May 2023
2nd May 2023
The Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) has reached a milestone where we have consolidated our key findings into a number of priority themes that will form the basis of the LSIP report, which will be submitted for approval to
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Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford Endorsed as a Leading Law Firm in the South East by Legal 500 2020
9th October 2020
Charles Russell Speechlys has received outstanding endorsements in Legal 500 2020, a comprehensive guide to the best law firms in the UK. The international firm was recognised in 67 categories nationally, with Charles Russell Speechlys’ Guildford-based office being ranked as
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BCC says temporary postponement of import checks must lead to permanent solution
11th March 2021
Commenting on the announcement of the postponement, Adam Marshall, Director General of the BCC, said: “This is a positive step as it recognises what everyone in business has known for weeks now: UK-EU trade has faced, and continues to face, significant disruption and difficulty. “Ministers are right to
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Camberley shopping centre seeking interested businesses for first full private 5G infrastructure shopping centre in the UK
21st September 2020
The owners of The Square Shopping Centre in Camberley (Surrey) are seeking expressions of interest from businesses and retailers who want to experience and test the latest technology delivering the foundation for innovation in the UK’s first fully 5G enabled
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Forest Bathing goes for gold at RHS Chelsea
3rd June 2024
Last week marked the highlight of the gardening calendar when the best in class gathered to showcase their inspiring garden landscapes and designs. Thanks to funding by the grant-making charity Project Giving Back, Muscular Dystrophy UK were at the RHS
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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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Jarmila Yu of YUnique Marketing Ltd Teams up with Enterprise Nation and Salesforce
29th May 2020
Enterprise Nation now launches local meet-up group in Surrey Heath to offer vital peer-to-peer support for small firms during the Coronavirus pandemic and beyond. Surrey Heath Local Leader, Jarmila Yu, will lead monthly online meet-ups to nurture local firms through
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