WHO IS GEF? UK exports could surge if SME export finance guarantee scheme promoted more effectively
7th June 2024
SME BOOST: Exports could grow if more companies were aware of ‘GEF’ – the General Export Facility, says Mark Barrie, funding and strategic partnership director with Azets SME exports could grow if more companies were aware of and using ‘GEF’
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Humanity in the age of AI: Professor Jim Al-Khalili speaks at Vatican workshop
6th March 2024
Will Artificial Intelligence (AI) change what it means to be human? The Pontifical Academy for Life invited Professor Jim Al-Khalili to the Vatican to give a speech on this very subject at a special workshop, Human. Meanings and Challenges. Photo
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Surrey Chambers supporting businesses through the EU transition and Border changes.
5th February 2021
Surrey Chambers of Commerce is delighted to announce that we have been selected by the Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) to deliver EU transition support and advice across the four boroughs and districts of Surrey (Epsom & Ewell,
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BCC: Political turbulence taking real-world toll
28th August 2019
Responding to the latest Westminster developments, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Businesses feel like Westminster is playing an endless game of political chess, while their futures and the health of the UK
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Vision Engineering Develop Yoga Programme For 125 Staff Working at it’s Global HQ & R&D Site In Guildford
5th May 2021
Surrey Chambers member, Vision Engineering, a privately owned 62 year old manufacturer of optical and digital instrumentation, has 125 staff working at its global HQ & R&D site in Send, Nr Guildford Staff have a wide variety of technical skills
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BCC Continues Expansion With New Research Insights Unit
3rd July 2023
As part of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) expanded national offering, it is launching a new Insights Unit to provide businesses with best-in-class intelligence on the big strategic issues impacting the UK economy. Following on from the
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#AtHomeWithGSC
23rd April 2020
Surrey’s award-winning theatre company have curated a special online programme of activities to keep audiences entertained and inspired during the coming months. With everyone having to stay at home the Guildford-based theatre company wanted to be able to keep in
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Air filters and opening windows can reduce classroom pollution by up to 36% – Surrey study
14th March 2024
To improve air quality in classrooms, schools should use air purifiers during the school day and open the windows after hours. That’s according to a new study from the University of Surrey. In England, 7,800 schools are in locations where
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Heathrow’s response to findings of Judicial Review
17th December 2020
A Heathrow Spokesperson said: “This is the right result for the country, which will allow Global Britain to become a reality. Only by expanding the UK’s hub airport can we connect all of Britain to all of the growing markets of
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COOPER PARRY SWOOPS FOR MARKET LEADING MANAGEMENT ADVISORY FIRM – LIBERTY CORPORATE FINANCE
3rd July 2025
Cooper Parry (CP), the UK’s most progressive professional services group, has acquired the leading specialist management adviser: Liberty Corporate Finance (Liberty). This marks the 14th deal in just over 2 years as CP’s unique challenger spirit drives big firm capability,
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An update on COVID-19 cases in Surrey
12th 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 made a commitment
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BCC Statement Following PM Resignation
20th October 2022
Reacting to the PM’s resignation, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “Following weeks of chaos and uncertainty, the Prime Minister has resigned. Her resignation means the UK now faces even greater uncertainty, just as it stands on the cusp of a recession. “It is now vital the Conservative Party speedily comes to
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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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Unlocking The Planning System To Boost Investment
4th October 2023
The British Chambers of Commerce is calling for a series of urgent improvements to unlock the planning system across the UK. The proposals are aimed at creating a more effective and efficient system that boosts business investment. The BCC’s
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No more Transition at the UK Border
30th July 2020
The UK left the European Union on 31st January 2020, and the transition period comes to an end in December this year. It is vital that businesses take action now to get ready for a new border operating environment from
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Membership Executive – Surrey Chambers of Commerce
14th September 2021
Membership Executive Job Description Championing the success of Surrey businesses Reports to: Head of Membership An exciting new role has been created at Surrey Chambers of Commerce which would be suited to someone who wants to develop their sales skills.
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Fully recyclable, washable and sustainable UK mask brand, 1TcA, launches today
25th August 2020
Founded by three socially and environmentally conscious mothers during the coronavirus pandemic, the game-changing face coverings will help to reduce cross-contamination. 1TcA (One Thought Changes All), a fully recyclable and sustainable UK mask brand and trusted member of the
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LeBlanq Appoints Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford for Early Stage Legal Advice
5th October 2020
Ambitious start-up business, LeBlanq has appointed Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford for early stage legal advice from inception through to launch and beyond. LeBlanq, founded by Justin Clarke, former Senior Vice President at IMG, provides cycling and dining experiences for
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Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) Reveals Busiest Year In 2021
23rd December 2021
Take part in Run 31 in January to raise vital funds for the life-saving charity Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) saw unprecedented demand for its life-saving service in 2021, with call outs already over 2,900 incidents, 1,860 by
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Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Announces Mill Studio Summer 2022 Season
29th April 2022
The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre is delighted to announce its upcoming summer 2022 Mill Studio season. The summer programme features a diverse mix of established and emerging artists and is full to the brim with exciting new work from across the
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