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Dementia Diagnosis could be Fast-Tracked Using Artificial Intelligence
21st September 2022
Different forms of dementia could be spotted sooner and more easily by analysing recordings of patients’ electrical brain activity using artificial intelligence (AI), according to new research. Scientists from the University of Surrey and the University of Newcastle have shown that it is possible to use
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Cost Reduction Sessions for Businesses
20th September 2022
Working together with Place Support Partnership, Spelthorne Borough Council is offering free one-to-one sessions to help local businesses reduce their costs. The sessions are designed to help businesses identify savings when considering new contracts and choosing suppliers. Advice is also
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Emergency Budget 2022: What Businesses Want To See
16th September 2022
We once again asked businesses; ‘If you were Chancellor, what would you make a priority in an Emergency Budget?’. Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s poll. The results highlight the need for immediate government action to tackle the cost-of-living crisis, with businesses otherwise not able to prioritise
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Commemorating Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Spelthorne
16th September 2022
Spelthorne Borough Council will be commemorating Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Spelthorne over the coming days. On Sunday 18 September at 8pm a National Moment of Reflection to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and reflect
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No Relief for Businesses as Inflation Remains High
14th September 2022
Commenting on the Office for National Statistics inflation figures for August 2022, Director of Policy and Public Affairs, Alex Veitch, said: “This rise in Consumer Prices Index inflation by 9.9% confirms the sustained pressure businesses and consumers have been facing over
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Attraction Factor Strategy Session
14th September 2022
Are you attracting enough business? Successful businesses don’t just “do some marketing” and hope for the best. They have the right marketing strategy and crucially, they have “the Attraction Factor.” That’s the theme of two events being held in
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Squeezed Labour Market Harming Firms’ Ability to Invest and Grow
13th September 2022
Commenting on the latest ONS Labour Market statistics released today, BCC Head of People Policy, Jane Gratton, said: “With firms doing their best to keep afloat during a period of spiralling costs, they are also facing an extremely tight labour
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Trade in Fuels Drives UK Imports and Exports in July
12th September 2022
Reacting to the latest ONS figures on Trade for July 2022, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: Trade data overview Imports Overall goods imports from the EU decreased by 0.3% (lower car imports from Germany and
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Southern Region Stakeholder Update: Industrial Action – Thursday 15th and Saturday 17th September
9th September 2022
A message from Southern Region Stakeholder Team regarding industrial action between Thursday 15th and Sunday 17th September Dear Stakeholder, We are writing to update you on industrial action on the railway and its impacts in the Southern region. As you
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BCC Welcomes Government Support for Businesses on Energy Bills
8th September 2022
Reacting to the Prime Minister’s announcement on a cap for businesses’ energy bills, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The BCC welcomes this quick and positive intervention from Government. It is clear the new Prime Minister has listened to
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Explore the Historic Heart of Fetcham Village on Heritage Open Day 2022
7th September 2022
Built in 1705, Fetcham Park is one of Surrey’s hidden gems. Explore 6-acres of landscaped grounds and the historic ground floor boasting elaborate plasterwork, decorative gold leaf and breath-taking original murals by the eminent 17th-century artist Louis Laguerre. There will
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 6th September 2022
6th September 2022
Business support urgently needed We would like to congratulate Liz Truss on running a successful campaign to become the UK’s new Prime Minister. She must now take immediate steps to support the economy. The last few months have been difficult for everyone,