ECC Delighted to Announce SNAP Charity as our Nominated Charity of the Year 2026/2027

18th June 2026

It is our pleasure to announce that we will be working with our valued members, SNAP Charity, as our next nominated charity of the year. They will be joining a long line of esteemed charities we have had the privilege of supporting over the years, and we look forward...

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Behind the Scenes at the Port of Tilbury: A Morning of Networking and Insight

18th June 2026

It was a bright and early morning for the Chambers team and our attendees at our recent breakfast networking event held at the grand London International Cruise Terminal. We were delighted to be hosted by our Patrons, the Port of Tilbury, who shared fascinating insights into the port and...

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A Wonderful Evening of Networking at The Warren

03rd June 2026

Our Client Relationship Manager, Nick Brown, recently told guests at a networking event that, during his seven and a half years with Essex Chambers, he has occasionally arrived at an organisation and immediately sensed that it was a business that truly gets it. A company where staff are happy...

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Essex Chambers of Commerce Reveals Fundraising Total for Open Road

27th May 2026

For the past 12 months it has been an immense pleasure to raise awareness and funds for our nominated charity of the year, Open Road. Through our teams’ efforts, we are proud to announce we have raised an incredible £3,900! The campaign of collaboration and support for Open Road...

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Hospitality & Heritage at Genting Casino Westcliff

24th April 2026

Our business community recently had a fantastic opportunity to experience the luxurious surroundings of the newly refurbished Genting Casino Westcliff. We were delighted to welcome so many valued businesses to connect and enjoy the exceptional hospitality of the casino team. We’ve hosted several networking events at Genting Casino Westcliff...

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National Living Wage Consultation

16th April 2026

The Low Pay Commission (LPC) has opened its annual consultation on the National Living Wage (NLW) and wider minimum wage policy. This year, the LPC is seeking evidence on the impact of the April 2026 increase, the effects on youth employment, and the outlook for apprenticeships. Full information on...

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Growth and Innovation: Knowledge Transfer Partnerships at The Finishing Line

15th April 2026

Our Local Skills Improvement Plan team were graciously hosted by The Finishing Line, along with the University of Essex and SEATS to discuss the growth opportunities experienced by The Finishing Line as a direct result of engaging with Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and Apprenticeships through those partners. The evening offered...

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Driving Connections: Networking at Porsche Centre Colchester

09th April 2026

We were delighted to welcome attendees for a truly unique networking breakfast, set against the backdrop of early morning sunshine and the luxurious surroundings of Porsche Centre Colchester. At Essex Chambers of Commerce, we are proud to connect our business community with prestigious brands such as Porsche. The Colchester...

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Essex Chambers Turns the Page to an Exciting New Chapter for Essex Business

08th April 2026

Essex Chambers of Commerce is stepping into a fresh and exciting chapter, with Ruth Gilbert set to join as Chief Executive this July. The transition will unfold over the summer and autumn, giving plenty of time to ensure everything continues to run smoothly for members. Ruth will be working...

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Books, Business & Behind-the-Scenes Access at Penguin Random House

27th March 2026

At Essex Chambers, we pride ourselves on giving our members exclusive access to some of the county’s most outstanding businesses. One such prestigious organisation is Penguin Random House. It was fantastic to return to their distribution centre in the north of the county for a networking tour that has...

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