Latest Government COVID Information – 24th August
24th August 2020
Latest Coronavirus news from Government On 17 August the Government announced that applications opened for the second stage of the Self Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS). Those eligible will receive a government grant worth up to £6,570. Further information is available
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BCC comments on ONS Q4 2019 GDP statistics
11th February 2020
Commenting on GDP statistics for Q4 2019, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The UK economy lost momentum in the final quarter of 2019 due to weaker figures
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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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Bishop of Guildford Joins Thrill-Seekers in Daring Descent for Cathedral Fundraiser
18th June 2025
An unforgettable day of courage and community spirit took place on Saturday 14 June, as Guildford Cathedral’s Daring Descent fundraising challenge saw 27 brave participants, including The Right Reverend Andrew Watson, Bishop of Guildford, abseil 160 feet down the Cathedral
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Your international business needs multilingual platforms now more than ever
7th September 2020
As businesses start getting back on their feet, they need to adapt to the new norms. Face-to-face networking, physical interactions with stakeholders and store visits from potential and existing customers have reduced considerably and the digital marketplace has gained
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 10th April
12th April 2023
We have had a very short pause in activity as everyone focused on a long weekend, but events are stepping up again to provide businesses opportunities to meet up with potential clients and suppliers. The Local Skills Improvement Plan
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New ‘Library of Greening’ Can Help Poorest Urban Communities the Most, Surrey Expert Says
21st November 2023
Surrey scientists are celebrating with colleagues around the world, after winning new funding for a ‘library of greening’ – a new database enabling towns and cities to learn from each other’s success developing green spaces, waterways and other sustainability
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A trailblazing new initiative hopes to stimulate the growth of Surrey’s games sector
22nd March 2024
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in Surrey is trailblazing a new regional initiative, PixelRise, which aims to create a thriving ecosystem in gaming and become a beacon for creativity, innovation and inclusivity. PixelRise is a Surrey-based games development
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BDO recruiting 60 trainees in 2020
9th January 2020
Accountancy and business advisory firm BDO is set to recruit a record number of new trainees in the South East this year. Applications are now open for 60 new roles which will be based across the firm’s two offices in
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 4th May 2022
4th May 2022
Surrey Business Expo Last week’s Business Expo was an absolute roaring success with many old acquaintances meeting up as well as many new connections being made. The exhibition was packed with a variety of local exhibitors showcasing their products and
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Celebrating our borough’s games industry: Videogames – Made in Guildford
23rd June 2022
‘Videogames – Made in Guildford’ is our museum’s latest exhibition. The display is open between 2 July and 24 September. It gives a snapshot into the thriving videogame sector in Guildford and the local area and why Guildford is known
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New PM Must Restore Business Confidence
24th October 2022
Reacting to the announcement of the new Prime Minister, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “We would like to congratulate Rishi Sunak on his appointment as Prime Minister. “The political and economic uncertainty
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Bat Out Of Hell Explodes Into Woking With a Roaring Opening Night!
26th October 2022
The New Victoria Theatre kicked off a two-week run of the award-winning show Bat Out Of Hell by welcoming visitors and their motorbikes from the Hogsback Chapter Over 34 members of the Hogsback Chapter donned their leathers and climbed
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Businesses at Surrey Research Park Twice as Productive as National Average
30th March 2021
Businesses at Surrey Research Park are twice as productive in terms of economic output per employee as their local and national counterparts, according to a report by BIGGAR Economics, a leading independent economic consultancy. The report analysed the extent Surrey
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Heathrow Lift Off Q3 Event is Now Open for Applications
13th July 2023
Lift Off is a new concept developed in 2022 as an additional way to attract and work with SMEs. It provides a platform for selected innovative SMEs to present their products and services to and connect with a panel
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Statement – Surrey Local Resilience Forum
1st February 2021
Surrey Local Resilience Forum (SLRF) is working with Public Health England and the Department of Health and Social Care to carry out a localised ‘surge testing’ programme in the Goldsworth Park and St Johns areas of Woking. This follows notification
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Paddington Bear to Visit Brooklands Museum on King Charles III Coronation Weekend
2nd May 2023
Brooklands Museum, Weybridge, will welcome a special guest, Paddington Bear, at its annual Best of British event on Sunday, 7th May. The family-friendly event will feature displays of classic British vehicles, British fayre, a big brass band, traditional entertainment and
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BCC responds to ONS GDP figures for October
10th December 2020
Commenting on GDP figures for October 2020 published today by the ONS, BCC Head of Economics Suren Thiru said: “The sharp slowdown in economic output in October reflected the squeeze on activity from the re-introduction of tighter coronavirus restrictions, including the tier system in England. Firms in hospitality, who are most acutely exposed to
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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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Tandridge Job Fair
19th January 2023
Calling all jobseekers! Looking for a fresh start? Out of work or searching for a new career? Dozens of jobs and training opportunities will be on offer at the Tandridge Job Fair! The free event, hosted for the first
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