Further Inflation Increase Hammering Business and Long-Term Growth
17th August 2022
Commenting on the Office for National Statistics inflation figures for June 2022, Director of Policy and Public Affairs, Alex Veitch, said: “The rise in Consumer Prices Index inflation to 10.1% is the tenth monthly increase in a row and another
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 22nd September 2021
22nd September 2021
All change at Westminster We watched with interest as the Prime Minister re-shuffled his cabinet. We have 3 local MPs in the cabinet as well as Angela Richardson MP joining the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities,
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EM3 Secures Funding to Support £3 Million Hub for Apprenticeships and Training in Hampshire and Surrey
27th January 2021
Apprenticeships and skills training opportunities for jobseekers are to be given a welcome boost with the announcement of a new Apprenticeship and Skills Hub for Hampshire and Surrey. Enterprise M3 LEP secured £1.5m in European Social Fund (ESF) monies
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NHS Covid-19 app launching on 24 September
17th September 2020
The NHS Covid-19 app will be launched across England and Wales on Thursday 24 September. Following the launch of the app, customers and visitors in England will be able to check-in on entry with their phone instead of filling out
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The Forest Bathing Institute plays host to BBC2’s ‘Stories of Us’
10th August 2020
The Surrey Hills have built up a reputation for being an area of outstanding natural beauty. Surrounded by rolling hills and ancient woodland, Newlands Corner, near Guildford is at the heart of Surrey. With its stunning landscape and unspoilt beauty,
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New Chapter for Mackrell Turner Garrett
12th May 2023
Partners and staff at Mackrell Turner Garett are delighted to announce the firm’s merger with established south coast legal brand, Dutton Gregory Solicitors. Both full-service law firms were established over 70 years ago and have since proved their commitment
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GBH Law Advises Menzies LLP on Merger with Wags LLP
20th July 2023
GBH Law, a leading corporate law firm, is delighted to announce its advisory role in the recent merger of the business and assets of Wags LLP with Menzies LLP. This strategic merger marks a significant milestone in the growth
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More Focus On Trade Needed
20th June 2023
Reacting to Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy’s speech at today’s Trade Unlocked event, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “If we are to build a stronger, more digital and sustainable trading future then it is crucial we
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Positivity Amongst Tenants at Surrey Research Park
8th October 2020
Over one third of businesses (37%) who responded to a recent Surrey Research Park tenant survey plan to increase headcount by the end of 2020. These businesses represent a range of sectors including healthcare, MedTech, space, IT software development, professional
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BCC comments on review of immigration proposals
25th June 2019
Commenting on the announcement that the Home Secretary Sajid Javid has asked the Migration Advisory Committee to review and advise on salary thresholds for the future immigration system, Mike Spicer, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:
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1TcA’s ‘Educate To Protect’ Programme Extends Beyond UK
25th May 2021
This spring and summer 1TcA, the ethically and environmentally committed distributor of British made safety solutions, is extending the reach and impact of its vision – ‘Educate to Protect’ – via a three-stage programme within India, Kenya and Ethiopia. 1TcA
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Smart Meters are a Smart Decision for your Business this Winter
1st December 2022
Firms of all sizes are currently confronted by a host of challenges, from soaring energy bills, labour shortages, spiralling inflation, and climbing interest rates. Did you know that a smart meter could help your business this winter and beyond? A
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BCC responds to the further easing of lockdown restrictions in the leisure, arts and beauty sectors
10th July 2020
Commenting on the government’s announcement today (9 July) that some firms in England in the leisure, arts and beauty sectors will be allowed to reopen, BCC Co-Executive Director Hannah Essex said: “Businesses in the leisure and beauty industries and many
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Surrey, Get Ready For The NHS COVID19 App
23rd September 2020
We all have our part to play in keeping Surrey safe and businesses in particular have a vital role to play to ensure workplaces are COVID-secure. We wanted to write to you to make sure you were aware of some
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Guildford Innovation Awards 2020 Celebrate Outstanding Achievements
22nd December 2020
The Guildford Innovation Awards, organised by Guildford Borough Council, Surrey Research Park and The University of Surrey took place in December, celebrating the incredible and innovative achievements of a range of organisations and individuals across the borough of Guildford. The
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Zan Life Coaching Reimagines Wellness and Life Mastery in 2024 Relaunch
12th March 2024
In 2024, Zan Life Coaching, initially founded by Suzanne Jenkins in 2022, is set to re-emerge with a revitalised focus on mental well-being and mastering the art of living. Suzanne Jenkins, with her 14 years of dedication to mental health charity
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Farleigh Creates A Buzz By Enrolling In Environmentally-Friendly Initiative
26th January 2021
Farleigh Golf Club, Surrey, has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and environmental initiatives by signing up to the Operation Pollinator programme, which will see it commit to establishing a minimum of 0.5 hectares of new wildflower habitat around the golf
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BCC responds to April GDP figures
12th June 2020
Commenting on GDP statistics for April 2020, published today (12 June) by the ONS, BCC Head of Economics Suren Thiru said: “With a monthly fall in UK GDP over thirty times the average month on month decline during the global
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BCC gives its initial response to March 2021 budget
3rd March 2021
Giving his reaction to the Chancellor’s budget, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the BCC, said: “There’s much to welcome in this Budget for business communities across the UK. The Chancellor has listened and acted on our calls for immediate support to
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BCC and Unum: Employee wellbeing critical to business success as firms face staff absences due to ill health
19th September 2019
Over two-fifths (43%) of businesses have had employees absent from work for more than four weeks due to ill health in the last two years, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce and Unum. The overriding
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