BCC responds to Prime Minister’s announcement on further easing of lockdown restrictions
											23rd June 2020
										
										Commenting on the Prime Minister’s announcement of further easing of Coronavirus restrictions from July 4 in England, including the reopening of culture, tourism and leisure venues as well as a relaxation of the two-metre rule, BCC Director General Adam Marshall 
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Guildford Shakespeare Company complete their first full annual programme since the pandemic
											25th August 2022
										
										15 October – 05 November   “I knew myself, at the first breath of this new life, to be more wicked, tenfold more wicked… and the thought, in that moment, braced and delighted me like wine.” 1886. A malevolent creature 
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Small Business Confidence Rising but Fears Overs Future Lockdowns Remain, Finds BCC/Funding CIircle Survey
											7th June 2021
										
										Growth: 63% of firms surveyed confident in their growth prospects over next 12 months   Restarting: 53% already operating at pre-pandemic capacity; 80% expect to be by October   Barriers: 38% cited further lockdowns as a barrier to re-opening, while 37% 
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Welcome Hennessey Brown Music\ Buzz Music Group
											29th July 2020
										
										We are delighted to be welcomed to the Surrey Chambers family and hope that we may be able to collaborate and support many of you in the coming weeks and months. Our full names are Cressida Wislocki and Jonathan Hennessey 
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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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BCC responds to Chancellor’s speech
											1st October 2019
										
										  Responding to the speech by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Sajid Javid, at the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “It’s good to hear the Chancellor committing to significant 
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Moore Barlow receives top rankings in Chambers & Partners UK 2021 guide
											22nd October 2020
										
										Top 100 UK law firm Moore Barlow has gained widespread recognition in Chambers & Partner UK 2021 rankings, one of the UK’s leading guides to the country’s top lawyers and law firms. This is the first time Moore Barlow has featured in 
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Welcome to Business Surrey
											11th April 2024
										
										Business Surrey, Surrey County Council’s new business facing brand and website, has now gone live. The start of April saw Surrey County Council formally absorb the key functions previously held by the county’s two Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs), Enterprise M3 
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BCC signs Armed Forces Covenant
											29th March 2021
										
										 The British Chamber of Commerce has today (29thMarch 2021) signed the Armed Forces Covenant in a virtual signing event attended by the Assistant Chief of Defence Staff, Major General Simon Brooks-Ward CVO OBE TD VR. The British Chamber of Commerce 
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An update on COVID-19 cases in Surrey
											5th October 2020
										
										Monday 5th October 2020  Data is showing an increase in COVID-19 case numbers in some areas of Surrey and residents should remain vigilant to slow any spread of the virus. As part of the Local Outbreak Control Plan for Surrey we 
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Celebrating Guildford’s innovative achievements
											15th December 2020
										
										Celebrate the very best of Guildford’s business community at the 2020 Guildford Innovation Awards.  The virtual ceremony takes place this Thursday, 17 December.  Flying the flag for Guildford’s many cutting edge and innovative companies, social enterprises, charities and individuals, the 
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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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BCC reacts to latest UK labour market figures 
											23rd March 2021
										
										Commenting on the ONS labour market statistics for March 2021, published today, BCC Head of Economics Suren Thiru said:       “While unemployment rose slightly, the continued uptick in the timelier payroll employment data indicates that the UK jobs market is becoming more 
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Local housing charity receives lottery funding
											19th July 2022
										
										Local housing charity, Spelthorne Rentstart, has recently been awarded just under £500,000 by the National Lottery Community Fund.    Spelthorne Rentstart run a rent deposit scheme which helps single people and childless couples on low incomes to access private rented 
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BCC: Investment in infrastructure is vital to UK prosperity
											13th May 2019
										
										Commenting on the National Infrastructure Commission’s letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer on infrastructure planning and investment, Mike Spicer, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The National Infrastructure Commission is right to stress the 
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Moore Barlow advises Inland Homes on two major deals
											21st July 2020
										
										Partners Mark Grant and Richard Hughes lead team on transactions in Hertfordshire and Staines worth £56.1m  21 July 2020 – Top 100 UK law firm Moore Barlow has advised regarding two major transactions announced today by Inland Homes plc, a 
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BCC and COBCOE combine networks to support UK and European businesses through Brexit and beyond
											24th June 2019
										
										The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and the Council of British Chambers of Commerce in Europe (COBCOE) announce that they have reached an agreement that will see 24 additional British Chambers across Europe become part of the BCC’s Global Business Network – 
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Celebrating 20 years of Female Entrepreneurial Success: The 2022 everywoman Awards Open for Nominations
											21st June 2022
										
										The 2022 everywoman Awards are now open for nominations until 11th July 2022. Celebrating their 20th year, the awards identify and celebrate inspirational female founders whose innovation, passion and purpose will inspire future generations of entrepreneurial women. Lauded by government 
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Surrey Hills “Field to Fork” Royal Visit
											29th September 2020
										
										HRH The Countess of Wessex GCVO visited Surrey Hills producers and retailers to experience first-hand their ‘field to fork’ collaboration, following the path from ‘Provenance Cuts’ at Coverwood Farm, to Surrey Hills Butchers and Squires Food Hall in Frensham. The 
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ATG Woking Corporate Showcase on March 14th
											29th February 2024
										
										ATG Woking are offering the chance to get to know other local businesses, have a tour of Nova Cinema and New Victoria Theatre and hear about their partnership opportunities, then of course… enjoy some drinks, canapes and have a great seat 
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