New employer-led Surrey Local Skills Improvement Plan for 2026-2029 has been launched
16th July 2026
Surrey Chambers of Commerce, as the ERB, has officially launched the Surrey Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) 2026-2029, setting out a new employer-led strategy to address the county’s key skills challenges and support long-term economic growth.
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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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Mounting Uncertainty Delays Further Rate Cut
20th June 2025
Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Yesterday’s CPI data confirmed that inflation remains stubbornly high, so today’s decision by the Bank of England to
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Brooklands Museum looks to its past to refresh its look
22nd July 2019
Brooklands Museum in Surrey occupies 32 acres on the site of the world’s first motor racing circuit and huge aviation manufacturing factories which made it a household name for much of the twentieth century. Since opening as a public
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The Lights Are Going Out (Temporarily)*
7th April 2020
*Apart from one! The Yvonne Arnaud theatre’s distinctive coloured lights and bright canopy are being turned off, until the theatre reopens. Apart from one light, known in theatre tradition as the ‘ghost light’, and necessary security lighting, the theatre will
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Celebrate 100 years of Sight for Surrey at Guildford Museum
4th October 2022
The Sight for Surrey Centenary Story Exhibition is coming to Guildford. We will host the exhibition at our museum between 8 October and 5 November 2022. We are the latest stop in the exhibition’s tour. They are travelling around Surrey
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UK SMEs Urged to Update International Data Transfer Arrangements by 21st March 2024
20th March 2024
In a significant development for UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), a crucial deadline looms on the horizon. Businesses reliant on standard contractual clauses for international data transfers must update their arrangements to comply with new regulations by the 21st
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Water resources protected by innovative and unique environment plan
11th June 2024
South East Water, as the first water company in the UK to unveil a 25 year plan for the environment, is reporting good progress in its mission to future proof local water resources – so crucial for its customers and
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A New Vision for The Lightbox
2nd September 2019
Since winning the Art Fund Prize Museum of the Year Award in 2008, The Lightbox has become widely recognised for its exemplar programme of exhibitions and events, creative sessions for all ages and engagement within the local community. According
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Women in Innovation Award 2024/25
10th June 2024
Women within UK registered micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can apply for a share of up to £4 million to develop their exciting and innovative ideas. The £75,000 grant also includes bespoke business support. Competition opens: Monday 13 May 2024
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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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Interview with Whiteleaf Ventures Director, Jake Hockley
12th May 2023
Whiteleaf Ventures is an investment company run by Surrey resident Jake Hockley. We caught up with Jake to learn more about his background and current business interests. “Thanks for joining us, how long have you lived in Surrey?”
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London Gatwick Airport Welcomes Further Four New Norse Atlantic Long-Haul Routes to Key Hubs on East and West Coast USA
28th February 2023
New London Gatwick routes to San Francisco, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Boston, Orlando and Fort Lauderdale this summer The airline will be operating up to 36 flights per week between Gatwick and seven US destinations – including New York
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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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Moore Kingston Smith’s annual Charity Quiz Night raises £2,500 for Mind and Rockinghorse
28th November 2019
The Moore Kingston Smith Charity Quiz which took place on the 14 November at the Arora Hotel in Gatwick, raised £1,250 each for Mind and Rockinghorse. Representatives from each charity took part in the 21st annual quiz, along with
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New Victoria Theatre Launches In-House Pizza Restaurant to Provide the Ultimate Pre-Theatre Dining Experience
18th November 2022
Here at the New Victoria Theatre, we are now taking bookings for our brand-new pizza restaurant in our venue foyer. We’re pleased to be able to provide a way for our audiences to delight their senses and banish the
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Climate Change SPD Consultation
20th September 2023
Spelthorne Borough Council is consulting on a new Climate Change Supplementary Planning Document (SPD). The SPD support the Local Plan. It sets out the Council’s expectations for applicants and encourages development that responds proactively to the climate emergency with
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South East Manufacturing Bounces Back as Clouds Lighten – Make UK/BDO survey
21st March 2023
Recession fears ease though significant growth remains elusive South East manufacturers are seeing a rebound in activity in the first quarter of the year as the domestic and global markets have improved, easing fears of a significant recession for
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Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex Unveils Five Year Strategy: ‘Working Together to Save More Lives’
30th September 2022
Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) has unveiled its ambitious Five Year Strategy (2022- 2027) ‘Working Together to Save More Lives’, created to help take important steps towards realising its vision of an end to preventable loss of
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A New Leader
14th October 2022
Cllr Julia McShane was elected as the new Leader of the Council at a Full Council meeting on 11th October. The change of leadership was part of our planned co-operative approach to run the Council, which is now in
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