Acquisition of leading consultancy GEP ENVIRONMENTAL enhances MABBETT’S energy and environmental capabilities and broadens UK reach
15th June 2022
Highlights: Enhanced technical resources and service offering will create new opportunities All GEP Environmental management & staff retained Combined group to employ more than 100 people across 13 UK offices Glasgow-headquartered planning, design, environment, engineering and safety consultancy Mabbett &
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BCC comments on Shadow BEIS Secretary’s speech
24th September 2019
Responding to the Shadow Business and Energy Secretary’s speech at the Labour Party Conference, Claire Walker, Co-Executive Director of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “It’s right for the UK to aspire to be a global leader when it
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Azets, the UK’s Largest Regional Accountancy says – Extending winding up petitions again could unintentionally push many viable SME businesses into insolvency
14th December 2020
Extending winding up petitions again could unintentionally push many viable SME businesses into insolvency Commenting, Fraser Campbell, UK Head of Accounts & Business Advisory Services at Azets, the UK’s largest regional accountancy and business advisor to SMEs, said:
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BCC comments on Prime Minister’s statement
26th February 2019
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s statement to the House of Commons on the next steps in the Brexit process, Claire Walker, Co-Executive Director of Policy and Campaigns at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “While this a giant political
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BCC/Totaljobs: Budget must address critical skills shortages to ‘level up’ UK growth
4th February 2020
Over half of UK firms attempted to recruit in the last quarter of 2019, but almost three quarters have struggled to find the right talent, the largest survey of UK employers has found. Labour market remains stable as over half
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Don’t Worry About Inflation (Yet)
23rd April 2020
As the coronavirus pandemic shows signs of having reached its peak, at least for this infection wave, attention is beginning to turn to what comes next for the global economy; which is undoubtedly now in its first recession in over
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Guildford Council Leader Appointed To EM3 Board
29th January 2021
Guildford Borough Council leader Joss Bigmore has joined Enterprise M3’s Board to support the LEP’s plans for local economic recovery. An economist and former City trader, Joss said he was looking forward to contributing to the LEP’s strategic work in
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A Marketing Power Hour – Well… Two!
12th April 2024
A Marketing Power Hour! To celebrate joining Surrey Chambers of Commerce, PP8 Marketing are offering members a Marketing Power Hour (well 2 hours actually!).Ask questions and discuss your plans in confidence with Paula Parker – a marketing professional with 30 years experience.The power hour
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Celebrating our borough’s games industry: Videogames – Made in Guildford
23rd June 2022
‘Videogames – Made in Guildford’ is our museum’s latest exhibition. The display is open between 2 July and 24 September. It gives a snapshot into the thriving videogame sector in Guildford and the local area and why Guildford is known
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Arts based organisation GEEYOU collaborates with Experience Guildford to create We Are Guildford a specially comissioned post-lockdown project to promote Guildford Town Centre
1st July 2020
promote Guildford Town Centre. We are delighted to introduce to you We Are Guildford; a specially written poem reflecting on Guilldford Town Centre’s time in lockdown during the Coronovirus Pandemic. Written by Nick White, Director of local Arts organisation GEEYOU,
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BCC Coronavirus Survey: cash remains top concern for lockdown-stricken firms across UK
16th February 2021
Results from the latest BCC survey on the impact of Coronavirus on businesses show they have been pushed to the brink by the effect of multiple lockdowns. Among the sobering findings from the survey of more than 1,100 businesses are:
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Peachy Playhouse – The Ultimate Drive-In Experience
10th July 2020
Launching a Drive-In Festival for the Mind, Body and Soul Set to Bring Excitement Back to Surrey Guildford, Surrey, 1st July 2020 – As the country begins to establish a ‘new normal,’ Peachy Productions is rejuvenating and exciting Surrey with
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Leading Utilities Software Business Moves Into New Surrey HQ
22nd April 2021
C&C Group is relocating its Surrey head office to Redhill to provide an inspirational working environment for employees and a place to welcome its blue chip client list. The company, which provides market-leading software solutions and products to national UK
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Surrey Hills Enterprises Welcomes Maggie Howell as New CEO
2nd May 2024
Surrey Hills Enterprises proudly announces the appointment of Maggie Howell as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding the esteemed Wendy Varcoe, who is retiring after 7 years of dedicated service. Maggie Howell brings a wealth of experience and a relentless
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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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Elmbridge moves to Tier 2 of Government’s new local COVID alert level
16th October 2020
It has been announced that Elmbridge Borough will move into Tier 2 of the Government’s new three-tier system for England, meaning they are now deemed an area of HIGH risk. The change will be implemented from Midnight on Saturday 17th
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Co-ordination Officer for Surrey Climate Commission
26th July 2022
Job purpose: To co-ordinate and support the day-to-day activities of the Surrey Climate Commission. Hours: Part Time, circa 14 – 18 hours per week (to be agreed) Term: 1 year contract (including 3 month probation period)
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A majority of UK manufacturing exporters are reporting a stark worsening in sales and orders, with indicators showing a substantial drop compared to 2017 and 2018 levels.
21st November 2019
The Quarterly International Trade Outlook for Q3 2019, released by British Chambers of Commerce and DHL today, reveals that indicators for exporting manufacturers in Q3 2019 have undergone large declines, with several key indicators for orders and cashflow now in
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New Help and Advice Service for Healthcare Professionals
4th May 2020
A new Palliative Care Help and Advice service has been launched by Princess Alice Hospice, in Esher. Supported by Surrey Downs Integrated Care Partnership, the service is designed to support health and social care professionals caring for those with palliative
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Reporting outbreaks of coronavirus
29th July 2020
Reporting outbreaks of coronavirus COVID-19 early outbreak management information has been created to make sure that people who run businesses or organisations: Know how to recognise and report an incident of COVID-19; and Are aware of measures local health protection
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