Initial BCC reaction to Budget 2018: A shot in the arm for business investment and growth
29th October 2018
Giving his initial reaction to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “In an atmosphere of unprecedented uncertainty and heightened political noise, the Chancellor has demonstrated that he is listening to business concerns
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Fast Growing nature data business relocates to Surrey Research Park after securing £6.5m investment to scale-up
19th May 2021
NatureMetrics Ltd will bring high-value jobs to Surrey Business set for rapid growth as world wakes up to the need to reverse the current decline in nature Investment will help grow product range which provides data to businesses about
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Surrey Chambers supporting businesses through the EU transition and Border changes
12th February 2021
We are now extending EU Transition support to cover the whole of Surrey thanks to funding from both Local Enterprise Partnerships. EnterpriseM3 covers the 7 boroughs on the West of Surrey and Coast to Capital covers the 4 Boroughs and
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Reigate Business Guild take difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Reigate Christmas Fayre
4th August 2020
It is with a heavy heart that the Reigate Christmas Fayre committee have come to the decision to cancel the 2020 Christmas Fayre due to the on-going Coronavirus outbreak. The Christmas Fayre held in Church Street, Reigate has been a
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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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Launching Tandridge Business Awards 2024
20th May 2024
Tandridge District Council is thrilled to announce the first Tandridge Business awards, celebrating the remarkable diversity and achievements of businesses in the district. Businesses are invited to enter up to three out of the nine available categories. Entries will be
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BCC responds to Government’s Covid-19 recovery strategy and workplace guidance
12th May 2020
Commenting on the publication of the UK Government’s COVID-19 recovery plan and associated workplace guidance, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “This is a significant step forward in terms of the information available for businesses, who will now need to
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BCC comments on start of formal UK/US trade negotiations
5th May 2020
Commenting on the news that the UK and US are to open formal negotiations on a future free trade agreement,BCC Director General Adam Marshall, said: “While most UK businesses will be focusing on the immediate challenge posed by Coronavirus, strong
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BCC: Businesses ‘hung out to dry’ without answers in event of unwanted ‘no deal’
13th February 2019
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has today published a list of twenty critical questions that remain unanswered for business in the unwelcome event of the UK leaving the EU without a deal on March 29. With less than 50
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G Live Opens For First Phase of Vaccination Programme
14th January 2021
Our G Live entertainment venue in the town centre will be used as a GP-led local vaccination service from Tuesday 12 January as part of the government’s Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination programme. GP practices are working together in clusters of practices (known as Primary Care Networks) to provide vaccination services for
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BCC responds to boost for Coronavirus business support schemes
3rd April 2020
Welcoming Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s announcement on measures to boost financial support for businesses affected by Coronavirus, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “We’re pleased that the Chancellor is listening and responding to the real-world concerns of firms across the UK
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HMRC names 518 employers for minimum wage breaches
3rd July 2025
Is your business complying amid heightened HMRC scrutiny? Thousands of businesses in Surrrey could potentially face financial penalties for underpaying staff on wages. The latest list published by the government includes 518 businesses in the UK which hadn’t correctly paid
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International Trade : The Way Forward
29th September 2020
Today we live in a fast paced and ever evolving world. Recent history only goes to highlight that the future remains uncertain. At the end of this year we will leave the European Union and, of course, we hope
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Mandira’s Kitchen Creating Memories at your special event
25th March 2024
Mandira’s Kitchen Creating Memories at your special event. Mandira’s Kitchen, based in Albury next to the idyllic Silent Pool has a range of catering services for corporate businesses and private parties to suit all budgets. Mandra’s Kitchen creates memories. From
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Moore Barlow launches ‘The Surrey Initiative’ seeking family law reform for out-of-court options
7th October 2020
Top 100 UK law firm Moore Barlow has launched “The Surrey Initiative” seeking a reform to the Family Procedure Rules (FPR) that will substantially encourage awareness and adoption of out-of-court dispute resolution options in both private law children matters and
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BCC responds to ‘time is running out’ campaign
19th October 2020
Commenting on the launch of the government’s ‘time is running out’ campaign, urging businesses to prepare for the end of the transition period, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “Facing the triple threat of a resurgent Coronavirus, tightening restrictions
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Moore Barlow launches
4th May 2020
New Top 100 firm represents regional powerhouse with unique specialisms and significant strength in private client, property and personal injury SOUTHAMPTON and GUILDFORD (1 May 2020): Top 100 UK law firm Moore Barlow has launched today as a combined firm,
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 28th November 2022
1st December 2022
Local opportunity to influence skills solutions The Team creating the Local Skills Improvement Plan at Surrey Chambers is now making great strides, and we are delighted to introduce Rob Gibson, Project Manager, Hannah Nicholson, Business Connector and Annie Umair,
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BCC and Amazon partner to help firms operate safely in ‘new normal’
5th June 2020
The British Chambers of Commerce has launched an innovative partnership with Amazon to help businesses get back to work and kick-start the economy as lockdown restrictions ease. 1,000 UK businesses can tour Amazon fulfilment centres, where staff have been working
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Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) Reveals Busiest Year In 2021
23rd December 2021
Take part in Run 31 in January to raise vital funds for the life-saving charity Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) saw unprecedented demand for its life-saving service in 2021, with call outs already over 2,900 incidents, 1,860 by
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