UK Deepens CERN Partnership
5th October 2023
Following the news that the UK Government has agreed to invest £9m and deepen its partnership with the European Laboratory for Particle Physics (CERN), a University of Surrey scientist welcomes the news, explaining how five years of partnership have
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BCC responds to ONS labour market statistics
10th November 2020
Commenting on the ONS labour market statistics for November, published today, BCC Head of Economics Suren Thiru said: “The rise in the unemployment rate and redundancies is further evidence that the damage being done to the UK jobs market
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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.
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Network Rail: Wessex route update
21st April 2020
Our teams have adapted well to their new working environments. Many of our office-based staff are currently working from home as their role allows it. However, as well as frontline roles, many business-critical activities cannot be done remotely; for example, our
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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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UK’S First Published Research Paper Into Health Benefits Of Forest Bathing
5th February 2021
A Pragmatic Controlled Trial of Forest Bathing Compared with Compassionate Mind Training in the UK: Impacts on Self-Reported Wellbeing and Heart Rate Variability In 2019 The Forest Bathing Institute in partnership with researchers from the University of Derby, led
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BCC comments on today’s GDP statistics
11th November 2019
Commenting on the GDP statistics for Q3 2019, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “While there was welcome confirmation that the UK avoided recession in the third quarter,
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A New Vision for The Lightbox
2nd September 2019
Since winning the Art Fund Prize Museum of the Year Award in 2008, The Lightbox has become widely recognised for its exemplar programme of exhibitions and events, creative sessions for all ages and engagement within the local community. According
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Three Point Plan to Unlock Net Zero
15th August 2023
New report by the BCC and Lloyds Bank finds three key changes needed to help business hit Net Zero: Government should review its support and advice to SMEs on moving to Net Zero Large businesses and institutions must continue
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Surrey Research Park reports highest level of occupancy ever as its tenants value office return
21st May 2021
With the commercial property market adapting to the post pandemic climate, Surrey Research Park, home to circa 170 businesses, reports the highest level of occupancy ever, as its latest survey reveals its tenants continue to value the benefits of office-based
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – June 2nd 2021
2nd June 2021
There have been some very happy faces on social media recently as hospitality venues have welcomed customers back into their premises. The number of weddings planned in the next few weeks is massive! Meanwhile, we continue to feedback to government
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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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Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey Plant Trees at Denbies Wine Estate as Part of the Queen’s Green Canopy
2nd March 2023
Last Friday, 24th February, Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey planted a commemorative apple tree as part of The Queen’s Green Canopy at Denbies Wine Estate, Dorking, on the day of the charity’s 101st birthday. Denbies Wine Estate was
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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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Grant Funding: Deadline Approaching!
13th June 2024
If you would like to be considered for funding from CFSurrey’s main grant programme, please get your Expression of Interest (EOI) to us by 9am on Monday 8th July. What happens next? • All EOI are reviewed against available Funds
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Sustainability Starts Small
16th May 2023
When you say ‘sustainability’ what comes to mind? Do you think about planting two trees every time one gets cut down? About moving to renewable energy sources, or making products with longer lifespans? But sustainability is about so much
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Call For Female Entrepreneurs To Nominate Themselves For An Everywoman Award — And Take Their Place In The History Of The UK Economy
18th May 2023
The 21st everywoman Entrepreneur Awards Open for Nominations with New Categories for 2023. Reflecting the Ever-Changing Landscape of Britain’s Remarkable Women in Business 27 April 2023: The everywoman Entrepreneur Awards, the UK’s longest-running recognition programme for women in business,
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Forest Bathing goes for gold at RHS Chelsea
3rd June 2024
Last week marked the highlight of the gardening calendar when the best in class gathered to showcase their inspiring garden landscapes and designs. Thanks to funding by the grant-making charity Project Giving Back, Muscular Dystrophy UK were at the RHS
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Farnborough Airport Becomes The UK’S First Business Aviation Airport To Achieve The Highest Level Of Carbon Accreditation
26th July 2023
Europe’s leading airport for premium air travel connectivity, and the home of British aviation, has today announced that it has been awarded Level 4+, the highest level of carbon accreditation, by the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) scheme. ACA is the
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Woking & Sam Beare Hospices Golf Society Day at Burhill Golf Club, Old Course
15th May 2019
There are still places left for teams or individual players at the next WSBH Golf Society Day – if you’re a fan of golf, they’d be delighted for you to join them for a fantastic day of golf on Wednesday
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