Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford Announces Eight Promotions
18th May 2020
13 May 2020 – Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford has announced eight promotions, including three people to Legal Director and five to Senior Associate. The three new Legal Directors, all promoted from Senior Associates, are Fiona Thompson (Construction), Gareth Walliss
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Community Foundation for Surrey Launches Tackling Poverty Campaign
10th April 2024
Community Foundation for Surrey Launches Tackling Poverty Campaign The Tackling Poverty Campaign by the Community Foundation for Surrey (CFSurrey) is aimed at addressing one of the most pressing issues facing our communities. Now, with the support of matched funding, thanks
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Risk of high street collapse as retailers and landlords battle during lockdown
18th May 2020
Claire Perrett, Business tax partner at Smith & Williamson’s Guildford office states “Many of our landlord clients are seeing challenges in regard to their recent rent receipts. Kevin Ley, our National Head of Creditors Services here at Smith & Williamson,
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BCC Responds To Latest Ons Inflation Figures
17th November 2021
Commenting on the inflation statistics for October 2021, published today by the Office for National Statistics, Head of Economics at the BCC Suren Thiru, said: “The latest data confirms that inflation is on a significant upward trajectory. “October’s upturn was largely driven by rising household energy costs following the increase in Ofgem’s
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BCC and Bibby Financial Services: Uncertainty around Brexit, tariffs and exchange rates holding back UK exports
11th October 2019
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and Bibby Financial Services (BFS) have revealed that uncertainty around Brexit, tariffs and exchange rate volatility are holding back the potential of many UK exporters. The recent survey included 1,140 internationally active UK
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Surrey coffee roastery receives international B Corp sustainability accreditation
3rd August 2022
A speciality coffee roastery in the Surrey Hills has become one of only 700 businesses in the UK to be awarded B Corp status, an international commendation of its social and environmental performance. Photo: The Chimney Fire Coffee team with
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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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A Recovery Fraught with Risk with Caxton Business
18th May 2020
Having spent most of the last two months in hibernation, the global economy appears to be finally – albeit gradually – turning a corner. Of course, the last thing anyone needs now are further economic roadblocks to appear, but this
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New Help and Advice Service for Healthcare Professionals
4th May 2020
A new Palliative Care Help and Advice service has been launched by Princess Alice Hospice, in Esher. Supported by Surrey Downs Integrated Care Partnership, the service is designed to support health and social care professionals caring for those with palliative
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Filter Manufacturer Expands With HSBC UK Funding
9th August 2022
A Camberley based filter manufacturing company is set to significantly increase its production capacity with support from HSBC UK. Amazon Filters, a leading manufacturer of liquid and gas filters, has obtained new premises with a significant funding package from HSBC
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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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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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Reigate Manor help raise over £1600 for Stripey Stork
4th July 2022
On Thursday 23rd June Reigate Manor played host to local charity, Stripey Stork’s, annual quiz night. Sadly, due to the pandemic, the charity have been unable to run the evening since 2019. Nevertheless, the 2 year hiatus only helped build
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AOA Airport Recovery Plan Shows Urgent Need For Government Action
15th February 2021
On Wednesday 3rd February, the Airport Operators Association (AOA) is publishing its Airport Recovery Plan, based on a report commissioned from business consultancy Steer. With the pandemic having taken a turn for the worse and governments everywhere taking steps to
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Moore Barlow receives top rankings in Chambers & Partners UK 2021 guide
22nd October 2020
Top 100 UK law firm Moore Barlow has gained widespread recognition in Chambers & Partner UK 2021 rankings, one of the UK’s leading guides to the country’s top lawyers and law firms. This is the first time Moore Barlow has featured in
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Godalming based commercial law firm celebrates 10th Anniversary with rebrand and new website
1st September 2020
GBH Law celebrates its tenth anniversary on 1 September 2020 with the launch of a new brand and website. GBH Law started in 2010 when three experienced lawyers, Christine Goodyear, Hamish Cameron Blackie and Denise Herrington left a large regional
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Statment from the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
9th July 2020
We are delighted that the government has made such a strong commitment to supporting our arts, cultural and heritage organisations with the 1.57 billion rescue package announced yesterday. In creating this package, the government has recognised the vital contribution the
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BCC: Simplifying planning rules would go a long way to boost rural coverage
27th August 2019
Commenting on the government announcement on proposals to simplify planning rules to improve rural mobile coverage, Mike Spicer, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “We’ve been calling on the new government to prioritise the introduction
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Our Global Annual Conference Will be Returning on Wednesday 17 May 2023.
6th April 2023
Our theme for 2023 is Building British Business. The full day conference will be an opportunity for business leaders from across the UK, and the globe, to come together to discuss the opportunities for growth to help local communities thrive.
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Six-week Martyn’s Law consultation launched
28th February 2024
Six-week Martyn’s Law consultation launched New laws to make sure we are better prepared for, and protected from, terrorist attacks to be consulted on This will ensure legislation is proportionate and deliverable for smaller businesses Under the plans, premises will
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