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- Aviation business is good for Essex say Chambers
10/05/2012
In a submission to the All Party Parliamentary Group for Aviation on maintaining the UK's competitiveness in global aviation, Essex Chambers of Commerce have highlighted the contribution of the county's two airports to the Essex economy... - Queen's Speech could have been bolder on growth, say Essex Chambers
09/05/2012
Commenting on the Queen's Speech, Denise Rossiter, Chief Executive of Essex Chambers of Commerce said: "Essex businesses have said time and time again that the government must choose between boosting the economy or playing short-term politics... - HTSI Ltd. Wins Queen’s Award for Enterprise
24/04/2012
... - Essex businesses forging links with India.
02/04/2012
Essex Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with Haven Gateway Partnership, UK India Business Council and UK Trade & Industry, highlighted the opportunities available to Essex and Suffolk businesses of trading with India at an event in Braintree Town Hall... - Your Business Calendar - April to June 2012
02/04/2012
NETWORKING EVENTS - APRIL 2012 NETWORKING EVENTS - JUNE 2012 Tuesday 12th June 2012 Low Carbon KEEP Event Venue: Tony Rich Teaching Centre (rooms TC26 & 27) The University of Essex, Colchester Campus, CO4 3SQ Time: 10... - “Portas plus” is good news for two Essex councils
30/03/2012
The results of retail guru Mary Portas' investigation into the state of Britain's high streets have resulted in Thurrock and Utllesford councils receiving £100,000 of funding to help revitalise and boost their local economies... - Essex Business at its’ best!
30/03/2012
Essex Chambers of Commerce hosted a dinner for over fifty industry leaders and blue chip companies from across the county at the House of Commons with guest speakers Vince Cable MP, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills along with Sir Bob Russell MP for Colchester and Brooks Newmark MP for Braintree... - easyJet joins the Essex Chambers of Commerce
22/03/2012
easyJet, the UK's largest airline, is now a proud Member of Essex Chambers of Commerce, joining in a bid to highlight the airline's commitment to the county's business community... - Chancellor could have done more to support business confidence and growth in Essex
21/03/2012
Commenting on today's Budget, Denise Rossiter, Chief Executive of Essex Chambers of Commerce said: "The Chancellor's commitments to contain the deficit and reduce corporation tax will be welcomed warmly by business... - Essex's new City is good for business
14/03/2012
The news that Chelmsford is to become England's latest city is warmly welcomed by Essex Chambers of Commerce as being great for the town, great for Essex and great for business... - Working Regulations during adverse weather from Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP
11/11/2011
With the snow warnings coming thick and fast it can't be long before we are battling the elements once more... - Tips for snow proofing your business
07/11/2011
image[mainlogo_strapline1 (3)... - Essex Chambers of Commerce Health & Safety - Guidance for Snow & Ice Conditions at the Workplace
03/11/2011
Be careful not to spread salt on plants or grass as it may cause them damage... - Public Sector Contract Tendering made easier – by Essex Chambers of Commerce
03/11/2011
An astounding £236 billion was spent by public sector bodies purchasing goods and services between 2009 and 2010, according to government figures... - Superjumbo touches down on UK soil for the first time
02/11/2011
Boeing's new superjumbo, the 747-8 Freighter, touched down on UK soil for the very first time at London Stansted today... - USE IT BEFORE YOU LOSE IT
02/11/2011
image[ leadershipfunding2... - East of England companies could spearhead new business abroad - UKTI
02/11/2011
The East of England could be at the forefront of a new business revolution, with its companies taking the lead in setting up abroad using their own identity, but with success driven by local people - according to UK Trade & Investment, the body responsible for helping UK firms succeed across the world... - Buy to let market enjoying a resurgence!
02/11/2011
Strong rental demand is driving up confidence among buy to let investors, with more than three quarters of UK property buyers considering the purchase of more homes... - Southend Business Bid
02/11/2011
Businesses from Southend town centre and the seafront are going to the polls to decide if they want to become a self-governing Business Improvement District (BID)... - REPORTS TO HMRC OF FRADULENT EMAILS SOAR
02/11/2011
Reports of fraudulent ‘phishing' emails have risen by 300% over the past year HMRC has confirmed... - East of England tutors and coaches targeted in new tax campaign
02/11/2011
A campaign to target private tutors and coaches across the East of England who have undeclared tax liabilities has been launched by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)... - BCC: Inflation is near its peak and will fall sharply next year
02/11/2011
Annual CPI inflation at 5... - BCC: Changes to dismissal rules will boost business growth
02/11/2011
Commenting on Adrian Beecroft's proposal to radically alter dismissal rules, John Longworth, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: "Too many companies, particularly small- and medium-sized businesses, tell us that dismissal rules and the fear of costly tribunal claims stop them from taking on staff... - BCC: Flying in the face of jobs and growth
02/11/2011
BCC: Failure to deliver strong aviation policy will hinder jobs and growth In a report released today, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) called upon the government to develop a long-term aviation policy that supports business growth and job creation... - BCC: Speed is vital to success of Regional Growth Fund
02/11/2011
Commenting on the announcement made by Nick Clegg on the second round of the government's Regional Growth Fund, John Longworth, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: "We welcome the government's commitment to invest £950 million which, alongside additional private sector investment, will help to kick-start regional growth... - South East Local Enterprise Partnership…creating the most enterprising economy in England
02/11/2011
South East LEP to benefit from £32 million government boost to unlock development and growth opportunities The South East Local Enterprise Partnership (SELEP) will benefit from £32 million government funding to help kick start schemes boosting the area's local economy under the Growing Places Fund announced today (Monday)... - Business Opportunities in Offshore Wind - Essex
21/09/2011
Wednesday 5th October 2011, 08:30 - 13:00, Wat Tyler Country Park, Basildon, Essex Following the success of our first event in Essex earlier in the summer, which attracted in excess of 60 delegates, EEEGR is teaming up with Essex County Council again to bring you this event showcasing the opportunities available in the vast and growing offshore wind market... - EssexWorks, Promoting Sustainable Economic Growth Powering growth for Essex
03/08/2011
The Leaders of Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk County Councils met recently to formalise their commitment to the East Anglian Energy Coast, making certain that it is best placed to benefit from the development of the world’s 2nd largest offshore wind farm, which will be located less than 200 miles from its shores... - Martyn Pellew appointed President of the British Chambers of Commerce
03/08/2011
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) today announced the appointment of Martyn Pellew as President, succeeding Neville Reyner CBE DL... - Inspiring Businesses to boost Essex Economy, Cllr Kevin Bentley
03/08/2011
As the co-owner of a business in Essex I fully understand the pressures of running an SME, especially at the time of economic uncertainty... - London Southend Airport Expansion
03/08/2011
image[seb-stobart... - Chambers drives down the price of Breakdown cover.
03/08/2011
image[AA Logo... - British Chambers of Commerce, Electricity market reform must deliver for business
03/08/2011
Commenting on the publication of the Electricity Market Reform whitepaper, Dr Adam Marshall, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Businesses agree that the security of the UK future energy supply is of huge importance, but so are the immediate costs they face from rising energy prices... - EasyJet to launch services from London Southend Airport
03/08/2011
easyJet, has announced that it will begin operating from London Southend Airport from April 2012... - Essex Chambers’ safety net for Members as HSE Info line
03/08/2011
‘With the HSE infoline service ending at the end of September, there has never been a more important time to utilise your Chamber Health & Safety products... - Essex Chambers of Commerce Get Involved! Be part of the ‘bigger’ picture
03/08/2011
The concept of businesses working together and uniting to form a strong, mutually supportive group to speak as one voice started in this area over 100 years ago... - Fighting the Taxman
03/08/2011
Rickard Keen accountants are reminding taxpayers about a little-known concession which can be used in the fight against threatening letters from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC)... - UK businesses support MPC decision, says British Chambers of Commerce
03/08/2011
Commenting on today's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decision, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: "UK businesses support today's MPC decision to leave interest rates unchanged... - British Chambers of Commerce: Positive retail sales but underlying growth still weak
03/08/2011
June retail sales up 0... - British Chambers of Commerce: Rates likely to stay unchanged until next year
03/08/2011
Commenting on the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) minutes published today by the Bank of England, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: "The MPC has been split for some time, so it comes as no surprise that the minutes reflect a wide range of views... - Britvic to power up soft drinks market with launch of Turbo Tango 'Soft drink meets squirty cream' innovation is a world first
03/08/2011
Britvic is set to shake up the soft drinks industry by giving its iconic Tango brand a new twist with the launch of Turbo Tango, a ground-breaking soft drinks innovation targeted at teens... - Boost your business with student summer placements and graduate internship scheme
03/08/2011
Two new schemes have been launched by the University of Essex to help students and graduates find valuable and rewarding work experience with local and national employers... - Talk your business into a World Record!
03/08/2011
Essex Chambers of Commerce aims to set brand new Guinness record for charity Back in the 1990's Bob Hoskins was often keen to remind us that "It's good to talk...
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