New Link to Saudi Arabia – The Region’s Top Trading Partner – Launches at London Gatwick
2nd June 2023
17% of all Sussex, Surrey and Kent exports go to Saudi Arabia – more than any other destination Key exports include manufacturing and engineering goods, bio-life sciences, and pharmaceutical items Flag-carrier Saudia began operating flights between London Gatwick and
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New business support offer for Surrey launched by the Chancellor of Exchequer
22nd May 2024
Business Surrey – a new Surrey County Council service offering free and accessible support to businesses across the county – has officially been launched by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt. From start-ups to longstanding SMEs, Surrey companies of all
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The Forest Bathing Institute Co-Founder awarded Top 100 Global Woman Award
17th May 2024
Peer-reviewed author, Co-Founder of The Forest Bathing Institute, and champion for connecting children and adults with nature, Olga Terebenina, has been nominated as a global leader to follow over the coming decade. Olga outlines her own journey re challenges with
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Spelthorne Win National Award
18th October 2022
Spelthorne Council’s work supporting the Borough’s businesses has been honoured at the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Local Government Awards, named the All-England winner of the Future Ready category and the regional winner in the All Round Small Business Friendly
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Policing on hand to help businesses in the fight against cybercrime
5th June 2024
In the dynamic world of digital business, the threat of cyber crime looms large, regardless of the size of your organisation. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) often find themselves particularly vulnerable targets for online criminals. As a serving Police Officer,
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Guildford Shakespeare Company celebrates Shakespeare Week by hosting an actor’s Round Table discussion at Kings College Guildford
20th February 2020
16 March 2020: The award-winning Guildford Shakespeare Company (GSC) continues A Time For All Things, their residency at Kings College Guildford, with a special workshop for Shakespeare Week. On Monday 16 March, GCSE students at Kings College will mark the
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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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Businesses Across Hampshire & Surrey Can Now Access FREE Courses to Help Address Green Skills Gaps
27th March 2023
Government funding has enabled colleges across Hampshire and Surrey to come together to create a suite of online courses that help address key green skills and help individuals on their journey towards greener careers. As the UK strives towards
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency appeal – Royal Surrey County Hospital
2nd April 2020
Supporting our NHS staff Thank you to everyone who has made a donation to support our frontline staff in the fight against COVID-19. Many of you have asked how you can support our amazing staff though this challenging period. We
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Surrey’s Green Business Awards Rebranding Signals Call to Action
20th December 2022
CREST Business Awards is taking the lead in helping businesses to take immediate action on climate change. Its new branding supports a reinvigorated portfolio including new award categories for CREST23 as well as new and exciting opportunities for business leaders.
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Jonathan Richards wins Director of the Year
27th June 2019
Last week our very own Jonathan Richards was named Director of the Year – SME in the 2019 London and South Institute of Directors’ Director of the Year Awards. As Jonathan took a well-deserved break in Ireland on the day
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Going Green: Sustainability in the Contract Furniture Industry
19th May 2023
The future of sustainable furniture is incredibly important to Satelliet UK, the goal is to have 75% of products made from sustainable and/or recycled materials by 2030. The SUM collection has and will contribute significantly to this objective. There
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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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Motorcycle Team Duo Complete Famous London to Brighton Veteran Car Run
21st November 2023
The RM Sotheby’s Royal Automobile Club’s 83rd London to Brighton Veteran Car Run was held on 5th November. Veteran cycles and motorcycles are a recent addition to the Run and for this year’s event Brooklands Museum’s Motorcycle Team set itself a
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The HR Dept is giving SMEs in Surrey a voice in the corridors of power
10th September 2019
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are the engine room of the UK, economy accounting for over 99% of companies. Voice of the SME survey will ensure the needs of smaller businesses are understood by people in power. The HR
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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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Brooklands Museum Marks the 80th Anniversary of the Dambuster’s Raid With a New Exhibition Recognising Inventor and Engineer Sir Barnes Wallis
17th May 2023
Tuesday, 16th, and Wednesday, 17th May 2023, mark the 80th anniversary of the Dambuster’s Raid on the primary targets in the Ruhr Valley, Germany. Brooklands Museum, Weybridge is commemorating the milestone with the opening of a brand-new permanent exhibition, Inventing
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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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How accounting apprenticeships can support your business growth
9th June 2025
East Surrey College is offering local businesses the opportunity to secure their talent pipeline with accounting and business administration apprentices who are seeking reputable employers. 73% of UK companies currently experience skills shortages, with many specifically facing difficulties hiring accounting
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Infrastructure Strategy Must Become Reality
20th June 2025
Responding to the publication of the Government’s Infrastructure Strategy, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy, said: “A 10-year strategy for infrastructure will give businesses and supply chains much needed clarity and certainty to plan. Crucially it will create
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