by Andrew Knowles | Oct 21, 2020 | Members News
Business in Dorset are being urged to prepare for Brexit whether there is a free trade agreement with the EU or not. The Dorset Chamber says it is particularly pressing for importers and exporters to have the correct paperwork in place. The Chamber – the county’s...
by Andrew Knowles | Oct 13, 2020 | Members News
Successful South Coast IT Managed Services and Communications Group, IT Support 365, is delighted to announce the appointment of Glenn Ward as Managing Director. Glenn Ward brings with him 30 years of leadership experience and knowledge of the IT industry. He cut his...
by Andrew Knowles | Sep 30, 2020 | Members News
A new scheme is being launched in Dorset for ambitious business leaders to grow their companies and boost the local economy. The Peer Networks Programme will bring directors and senior managers from SMEs together in small groups for a series of sessions over the next...
by Andrew Knowles | Sep 25, 2020 | Members News
Dorset Chamber chief executive Ian Girling said: “Many firms will welcome the new measures announced today although some may be concerned that they will miss out. “A crunch point was inevitable with the end of the furlough scheme and the Chancellor is correct to place...
by Andrew Knowles | Sep 25, 2020 | Members News
Dorset Chamber chief executive Ian Girling said: “We are at a critical point in the fight against coronavirus. “The new measures will be a concern for some sectors of business but clearly action needed to be taken to get to grips with the escalation of the virus....
by Andrew Knowles | Aug 11, 2020 | Members News
Community Engagement Weymouth train station will see some significant improvements as part of this project by transforming the train forecourt into a more welcoming and user-friendly place for visitors and residents of the town. The Weymouth Station Gateway project...
by Andrew Knowles | Jul 13, 2020 | Members News
Business leaders in Dorset have charted a course for a post-COVID-19 recovery that champions investment in skills, young people, infrastructure and low-carbon solutions. An upbeat Zoom conference – one of Dorset Chamber’s new Business Leaders’ Events – produced many...
by Andrew Knowles | Jul 8, 2020 | Members News
Dorset Chamber chief executive Ian Girling said: “The Chancellor’s ‘meal deal’ summer statement has given plenty of food for thought. “Although the ‘eat out to help out’ giveaway will grab the headlines, the most important focus of this announcement was about jobs....
by Andrew Knowles | Jun 29, 2020 | Members News
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by Andrew Knowles | Jun 19, 2020 | Members News
Dorset Chamber has hailed a personal message of support from the Queen today as a ‘huge morale boost’ for business. She praised the business support organisation for the contribution it is making with fellow chambers in helping firms, championing trade and rebuilding...
by Andrew Knowles | Jun 3, 2020 | Members News
One of the UK’s top business leaders has praised Dorset Chamber members for helping to directly influence Government coronavirus policy. Dr Adam Marshall, who is director general of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said concerns raised by Dorset firms had...
by Andrew Knowles | May 18, 2020 | Members News
Skills for life charity SafeWise is calling for local people – especially children – to help create an exciting new virtual learning village this summer. The virtual village aims to provide realistic and immersive learning experiences to equip visitors...
