Enterprise M3 Annual Report 2019/20 Resilience, Recovery and Renewal
29th July 2020
We are delighted to share our Annual Report 2019/20: Resilience, Recovery and Renewal. This is our first digital annual report which allows you to take a customised journey through the pages that interest you, listening to short videos from our
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Policing on hand to help businesses in the fight against cybercrime
5th June 2024
In the dynamic world of digital business, the threat of cyber crime looms large, regardless of the size of your organisation. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) often find themselves particularly vulnerable targets for online criminals. As a serving Police Officer,
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East Sussex firefighters pass vote of no confidence in fire service leadership
19th June 2024
Firefighters in East Sussex have unanimously passed a motion of no confidence in the senior leadership team of East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, at a meeting of the East Sussex Fire Brigades Union brigade committee. The committee is
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World explorer joins CREST Awards golfers at wildlife fundraiser
15th May 2024
International explorer Nick Hollis – the man who has taken on the world’s most challenging feats of endurance to promote environmental responsibility praised the golfers he joined at the CREST Business Awards Charity Golf Day who raised £4,000 for Surrey
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Tax measures to help individuals cope with the financial impact of COVID-19
27th April 2020
ax partners at the Guildford office of Smith & Williamson, the professional and financial services group, discuss measures announced by the government to help individuals cope with the financial impact of COVID-19. Though the primary concern may be public health,
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Equity investment in smaller businesses in the South East hit a record £1.6bn last year, finds latest British Business Bank research
23rd June 2022
Equity investment into South East smaller businesses increased by almost 60%, reaching £1.6bn in 2021 The number of deals grew by 24%, with 269 deals Technology and IP-based businesses received the greatest share of investment Published today, the British
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Furlough – Prolonging the Inevitable?
22nd May 2020
It goes without saying that the coronavirus pandemic is having a brutal, frankly harrowing, impact on labour markets across developed markets. Having been close to full employment at the beginning of the year, we are now in the midst of
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Autumn Statement Unlikely to Boost Business Confidence
18th November 2022
Reacting to the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement, BCC Director General, Shevaun Haviland, said: “The Chancellor has stayed true to his word in focusing on financial stability and targeting support for the most vulnerable in society. But in the teeth of a recession, this statement will not increase business confidence. “Businesses will look at today’s announcements and welcome support with business rates, and
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Smith & Williamson joins Pension Protection Fund advisory panel
2nd June 2020
Smith & Williamson, the financial and professional services group which has an office in Guildford, has been selected to join the Pension Protection Fund’s newly established Trustee and Support Services panel which will provide restructuring advisory services to pension schemes
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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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Drivetech urges fleets to prioritise driver training in new financial year to lower premiums
29th February 2024
“As fleets and businesses plan for the new financial year, recent headlines that effective driver training can reduce accidents, via the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), underscores the importance of proactive risk management strategies for electric vehicle (EV) fleets. “Fleets
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3 months to save democracy: Surrey researchers launch new AI election report
4th April 2024
3 months to save democracy: Surrey researchers launch new AI election report Spotting deepfakes and questioning the provenance of information is essential to safeguard democracy as millions of voters head to the polls this year, according to a new report
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Benefits of filing your Self Assessment tax return early
3rd July 2025
Filing your Self Assessment tax return might not be the first thing on your to-do list, but tackling it early can offer some advantages. By staying ahead of the deadline, you can save time, stress, and even potentially money. Here,
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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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New CIOB President says construction capable of great change and vows to increase focus on quality
25th June 2020
Mark Beard FCIOB, chairman of Beard Construction, has become the 117th President of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). His presidency starts as CIOB members and the wider construction industry are facing some of the greatest challenges in the Institute’s
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Surrey Hills Artisan Trail Launches
12th October 2020
A self-guided Artisan Trail showcasing the best of Surrey Hills food, drink and craft artisans. Surrey Hills is launching its Artisan Trail on Sunday 18th October at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking to showcase the extraordinary range of local food,
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Transfer news: Apps in the Sky sign new Marketing Manager
16th September 2020
Mobile app development agency Apps in the Sky today announced the recruitment of Michael Ramalho as their new Marketing Manager. Michael has more than 15 years experience in brand and consumer marketing, most recently overseeing the consumer marketing for the
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BCC and Bibby Financial Services: Uncertainty around Brexit, tariffs and exchange rates holding back UK exports
11th October 2019
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and Bibby Financial Services (BFS) have revealed that uncertainty around Brexit, tariffs and exchange rate volatility are holding back the potential of many UK exporters. The recent survey included 1,140 internationally active UK
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Outlook Worsening as Production Sector of Economy Hits Trouble
11th November 2022
Reacting to the first ONS estimates on GDP for Q3 2022, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said: “Today’s figures, showing a 0.2% fall in the quarterly estimate for Q3 GDP, as well as a 0.6% fall in monthly
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Surrey Chambers of Commerce Reaction to the Budget: Measures Unlikely to Shift Dial on Business Investment
17th March 2023
The Chancellor has acted to address the unfilled jobs which are holding back our economy and it is particularly good to see the help on childcare and for over 50s workers, which will encourage people back into the workforce.
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