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  • BCC Says Long Overdue Plans for Railway Reform are a Steep in the Right Direction
    20th May 2021

    Responding to news of the Williams-Shapps Plan for Rail, Hannah Essex, Co-Executive Director of the BCC, said:   “It’s good to see recognition of the ongoing need for private sector investment and innovation in our railways. Rail reform, now long

  • Post Covid Recovery for the Tourism & Hospitality Sector
    19th May 2021

       Event date: 19th May 2021 Surrey Chambers of Commerce and Visit Surrey, the County’s Tourist Board are delighted to bring you the latest news on the post covid recovery for the tourism & hospitality sector. Speakers include Prof Caroline Scarles, School of

  • Charles Russell Speechlys ‘Highly Commended’ as South of England Probate Law Firm
    19th May 2021

    19 May 2021 – Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford was ‘Highly Commended’ at the UK Probate Awards 2021 in the category of Best Probate Law Firm, South England. The UK Probate Research Awards, known as the Probies, recognise excellence in

  • Fast Growing nature data business relocates to Surrey Research Park after securing £6.5m investment to scale-up
    19th May 2021

      NatureMetrics Ltd will bring high-value jobs to Surrey Business set for rapid growth as world wakes up to the need to reverse the current decline in nature Investment will help grow product range which provides data to businesses about

  • New team member at MethodWorx
    19th May 2021

    MethodWorx has just added another member to their team! Despite the global challenges brought about by the Covid19 pandemic, MethodWorx has continued to steadily grow. It is crucial to be on top of your software requirements, ensuring that your company

  • Stevens & Bolton partners with The School of Law at University of Surrey to support start-up initiatives
    18th May 2021

    Guildford-based law firm Stevens & Bolton has today announced that it is working alongside The School of Law at the University of Surrey, as part of their new Business Start-Up Clinic to inspire students and recent graduates in their entrepreneurial

  • Fast Growing nature data business relocates to Surrey Research Park after securing £6.5m investment to scale-up
    18th May 2021

    NatureMetrics Ltd will bring high-value jobs to Surrey · Business set for rapid growth as world wakes up to the need to reverse the current decline in nature · Investment will help grow product range which provides data to businesses

  • CROSSROADS CARE SURREY ANNOUNCES NEW EMPLOYERS CHARTER FOR WORKING CARERS
    18th May 2021

    The leading charity supporting unpaid carers by providing care support services in the home and community today announces the official launch of a new employers’ charter. The charter will provide employers with a blueprint on how best they can support

  • CLA Charitable Trust awards grant to Surrey mental health charity to help it buy horticultural equipment and boost work-related training
    18th May 2021

    The CLA Charitable Trust (CLACT) has awarded a grant to a mental health charity in Surrey to help it buy gardening equipment as part of its efforts offering work-related training. The trust is funded almost entirely by subscriptions from members

  • Gatwick’s strong revival will create the dynamic, connected and innovative business environment necessary to diversify the region’s economy
    18th May 2021

    Gatwick commits to work with local partners to ensure the region is attractive to emerging economic clusters, including digital, advanced manufacturing and green technologies Airport will also support a range of employment, skills, sustainable growth and supply chain initiatives in response

  • BCC reacts to latest Labour Market Figures
    18th May 2021

    Commenting on ONS Labour Market statistics for May 2021 published today, BCC Head of Economics, Suren Thiru, said:    “The decline in the unemployment rate and the rise in payroll employment is further confirmation that the UK jobs market is now more resilient to the ongoing restrictions.    “Continued government support and the easing of restrictions

  • BCC says Queen’s Speech offers opportunity to make change for the better
    11th May 2021

    Responding to the details of the Government’s legislative plan set out in today’s Queen’s Speech, Claire Walker, Co-Executive Director of the BCC, said:    “Businesses will welcome the clear direction in today’s Queen’s Speech as the Government looks to boost the economy and place all parts of the UK on an equal footing.