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| 17-Mar-10 |
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| The Diss Young Chamber Council got to see the real behind the scenes activity when they visited Anglia TV in Norwich. They were given a guided tour of the offices studios, operations gallery. |
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| 17-Mar-10 |
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Norwich North MP Chloe Smith has added her support to the Norwich in 90 rail campaign. |
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| 16-Mar-10 |
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| The relentless flow of complex employment law is stifling UK competitiveness and risks future job creation, according to a new report by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). |
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| 12-Mar-10 |
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| It’s here again and business bikers are once more getting suited up to hit the open road as the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce stages its fourth special networking breakfast for those who instinctively prefer the leather-clad look to stuffy grey suits. |
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| 10-Mar-10 |
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Norfolk Businesses are gearing up for the Spring B2B Exhibition with this year’s event proving to be more popular than ever and brought to you by the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce. This is no surprise when you see what is on offer. |
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| 09-Mar-10 |
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| The event was officially opened by Caroline Williams (Chief Executive, Norfolk Chamber of Commerce) and attendees quickly grabbed their appointments to meet and discuss opportunities with local buyers. |
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| 03-Mar-10 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 02-Mar-10 |
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| Please join us in welcoming our new members for February to the Norfolk Chamber. |
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| 01-Mar-10 |
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| The UK’s leading business groups have formed a unique coalition promoting an internet petition that calls for the 1% employer National Insurance Contributions increase - planned for April 2011 - to be scrapped. |
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| 24-Feb-10 |
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Following the amendment of the Pregnant Workers Directive in the European Parliament today, Dr Adam Marshall, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 22-Feb-10 |
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The more we understand how you feel about business the more we can help you. |
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| 17-Feb-10 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 17-Feb-10 |
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National Express East Anglia (NXEA) is to introduce Wi-Fi facilities for all passengers on its Norwich – Ipswich – Colchester - London intercity services before the end of this year after securing a grant of £346,000 from the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) and Norfolk and Suffolk County Councils towards installation of the equipment involved. |
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| 17-Feb-10 |
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The results of the British Chambers of Commerce Q4 2009 Economic Survey showed improvements in most key national indicators, and a particular boost for manufacturing. However, progress has generally been weaker than it was in the third quarter of last year. |
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| 17-Feb-10 |
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| Local businesses were given invaluable advice and tips on importing and exporting to the increasingly expanding market of Malaysia. This latest event organised by Norfolk Chamber of Commerce and held at the host sponsor premises HSBC was also sponsored by UKT&I, Norwich City Council and the High Commission of Malaysia/MIDA. |
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| 16-Feb-10 |
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A campaign and petition calling for faster, more reliable rail services to be built into the new Greater Anglia rail franchise has been launched. |
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| 10-Feb-10 |
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| Commenting on the Inflation Report published today by the Bank of England, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 04-Feb-10 |
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In September 2009 Babcock International Group, a leading service provider to the communications industry, teamed up with the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce and its members to actively engage with interested local business parties to explore the feasibility of deploying a sustainable open access digital wireless network to meet the needs of local enterprise. |
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| 03-Feb-10 |
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Please join us in welcoming our new members for January to the Norfolk Chamber. |
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| 03-Feb-10 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 03-Feb-10 |
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GROW YOUR BUSINESS AT SPRING B2B 2010....... The Countdown has started to Norfolk’s Largest Business Exhibition SPRING B2B 2010 on 31st March at Norwich City Football Club.
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| 01-Feb-10 |
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Latest EREBUS figures: Registrations from 16th November 2009 to 29th January 2010 |
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| 29-Jan-10 |
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Norfolk Chamber of Commerce is looking for an Events Co-ordinator to deliver key business to business events across Norfolk. |
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| 28-Jan-10 |
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| A new initiative entitled Apprenticeship Grants for Employers of 16 and 17 year olds (AGE 16 and 17) is being rolled out by the Government. |
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| 20-Jan-10 |
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| RBS / NatWest has pledged to make £1 billion of new loans available on competitive, flexible terms to UK manufacturing businesses, over 17,000 of which are located in the East of England. |
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| 20-Jan-10 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 20-Jan-10 |
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| Labour and the Conservatives have set out their family-friendly policies today. Commenting, Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber of Commerce, said: |
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| 18-Jan-10 |
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The latest issue of Norfolk’s Leading Business Magazine is now hitting desks and is also now available online! |
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| 06-Jan-10 |
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Please join us in welcoming our new members for December to the Norfolk Chamber. |
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| 06-Jan-10 |
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People across Norwich can have their say on where new housing and business development should go. Norwich City Council has opened a consultation on the draft site allocations plan, which identifies potential sites to be considered for development. |
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| 06-Jan-10 |
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| Norwich-based Breakwater IT has signed up as a Gold Patron to The Norfolk Chamber of Commerce & Industry (NCC&I). A member since 2005, the company’s patronage, beginning in January 2010, is expected to further bolster its brand exposure amongst the business community in Norfolk and beyond. |
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| 04-Jan-10 |
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‘Delivering for Norfolk - The Business Blueprint for opportunity, jobs and growth’ is the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce’s vision as to what needs to happen to enable businesses to drive Norfolk’s economy forward in 2010. |
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| 04-Jan-10 |
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| Employees are expected to endure another tough year in 2010 as businesses continue to face an uphill struggle in difficult trading conditions. |
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| 21-Dec-09 |
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| View your Norfolk Chamber Christmas Card. |
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| 18-Dec-09 |
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A wide mix of Businesses, 81% Norfolk Chamber Members, responded to the Norwich Council Transportation Survey to give their views on how it will affect their business. |
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| 17-Dec-09 |
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Presentation given by Rob Welsby from Further Ltd at the Norwich Business Breakfast held on the 9th December 2009 |
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| 10-Dec-09 |
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| The results are released of the CAA audit for England.
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| 09-Dec-09 |
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Throughout Norwich and Norfolk access to broadband and mobile networks is patchy and subject to numerous ‘not spots’. |
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| 09-Dec-09 |
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The UK is the most taxed property economy. |
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| 09-Dec-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement.
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| 09-Dec-09 |
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It’s a fact people talk and it’s even easier to do so with the increased popularity of social networking |
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| 09-Dec-09 |
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To see the BCC Pre Budget Report at a glance. |
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| 09-Dec-09 |
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Reacting to the Chancellor’s Pre-Budget Report, Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber of Commerce said: |
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| 02-Dec-09 |
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| A wide mix of Businesses, 81% Norfolk Chamber Members, responded to the Norwich Council Transportation Survey to give their views on how it will affect their business. |
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| 02-Dec-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 02-Dec-09 |
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Please join us in welcoming our new members for November to the Norfolk Chamber. |
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| 02-Dec-09 |
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| Norwich has been identified as a location where hundreds of new jobs could be created, with influential experts saying the city has huge potential to pull in companies when the country emerges from recession. |
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| 01-Dec-09 |
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Norfolk Chamber of Commerce kicked off Christmas festivities at their first ever networking Christmas Market at Dunston Hall. Local Business people enjoyed mulled wine, browsed the market stalls whilst being entertained by jazz music and tricks being conjured up by the wandering magician. |
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| 01-Dec-09 |
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| Resource Efficiency East Launches New Initiative to Improve Environmental Performance of East of England Businesses. |
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| 01-Dec-09 |
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| Research shows that Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) may face particular barriers in terms of staff development and training - both financial and time constraints, in particular, can impact more significantly on the participation of SMEs in developing staff skills. |
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| 25-Nov-09 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 25-Nov-09 |
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Resource Efficiency East Launches New Initiative to Increase Resource Efficiency Across The East of England
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| 18-Nov-09 |
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Small businesses and local partnerships across Britain can bid for a share of millions of pounds over the next two years to fund innovative projects to improve the health and welfare of their workers. |
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| 18-Nov-09 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 18-Nov-09 |
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Update on current position in relation to the National Express East Anglia (NXEA) and c2c franchises from Andrew Chivers, MD of National Express. |
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| 17-Nov-09 |
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Update on the latest situation relating to First Capital Connect services from Mary Grant, Managing Director, First Capital Connect. |
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| 16-Nov-09 |
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An apprenticeship is a work-based training programme which leads to national recognised qualifications and can be used to train both new and existing employees. Apprenticeship funding is available from the National Apprenticeship Service. The size of the contribution varies depending on your sector and the age of the candidate. If the apprentice is aged 16–18, you will receive 100 % of the cost of the training; if they are 19+, you will receive up to 50 %. |
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| 16-Nov-09 |
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Would your business benefit by hiring temporary staff? Are you in the retail sector and need extra help over the Christmas period? Is your workload is too high and you need some help? Or do you need a one off job completed which you do not have the time for? Or is one of your employees away for a short while? If the answer is yes then you may wish to look at a temporary solution. So where do you go to find your temporary staff and how does employment law impact on this?
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| 11-Nov-09 |
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| Commenting on the September trade figures, published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers to Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 11-Nov-09 |
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Up to £40,000 available for collaborative resource efficiency projects. |
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| 11-Nov-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 11-Nov-09 |
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| In his initial comments on the Inflation Report, published today by the Bank of England, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 10-Nov-09 |
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| Energy Minister, Ed Miliband, has announced plans to fast-track a new generation of nuclear power plants today. Commenting, Dr Adam Marshall, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 09-Nov-09 |
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Letter from John Healy MP |
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| 04-Nov-09 |
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Over the coming weeks, businesses across the country will receive letters from the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) advising them of their proposed Rateable Value from April 2010. |
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| 04-Nov-09 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 04-Nov-09 |
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Please join us in welcoming our new members for October to the Norfolk Chamber. |
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| 04-Nov-09 |
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Commenting on the choices facing the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on Thursday, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 29-Oct-09 |
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Commenting on the US GDP figures for Q3 2009, David Kern, Chief Economist at the BCC, said: |
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| 28-Oct-09 |
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Local businesses developing the life-saving new drugs, innovative low-carbon solutions and cutting-edge IT products of tomorrow could soon have access to brand new research equipment, thanks to a competition held in this region. |
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| 28-Oct-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 28-Oct-09 |
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Grow your business at Norfolk’s Largest Business Exhibition - B2B Spring 2010. |
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| 23-Oct-09 |
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| Commenting on the preliminary GDP figures for the third quarter of 2009, published by the ONS, Dr Adam Marshall, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 21-Oct-09 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 21-Oct-09 |
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| Members…are you talking full advantage of the Commercial Benefits offered by the Chamber? |
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| 21-Oct-09 |
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| The Aylsham and Reepham High School Young Chambers of Commerce have been lucky enough to have been selected to host a visit from members of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce who are visiting Great Britain on a fact finding tour in anticipation of starting their own Young Chamber in Dubai. |
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| 21-Oct-09 |
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| Commenting on the MPC minutes, published today by the Bank of England, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 15-Oct-09 |
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Commenting on the Government’s proposals for implementing the Agency Workers Directive, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 14-Oct-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 14-Oct-09 |
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Results from the Quarter 3 2009 British Chambers of Commerce Economic Survey (QES) show that the UK is on the brink of leaving recession. |
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| 14-Oct-09 |
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A Hunstanton-based company is in the running for a top UK business award. |
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| 13-Oct-09 |
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The Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk is inviting applications from local West Norfolk businesses wishing to enter this year’s Mayor’s Awards for Business Achievement. |
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| 13-Oct-09 |
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Commenting on the inflation figures for September, published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 07-Oct-09 |
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Please join us in welcoming our new members for September to the Norfolk Chamber. |
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| 07-Oct-09 |
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The Pay and Work Rights helpline 0800 917 2368 (textphone 0800 121 4042) provides practical help and advice for workers and employers, in confidence. |
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| 07-Oct-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 30-Sep-09 |
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BUSINESSES in West Norfolk are suffering from "nightmare" disruption and delays caused by a string of postal strikes in the area. |
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| 30-Sep-09 |
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| Vision of city’s future is unveiled. New jobs, improved transport and cutting edge technology are at the heart of a blue print unveiled to take the city out of recession and securing its economic success. |
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| 30-Sep-09 |
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The recent Meet the Buyer convention was a success attracting more than 130 businesses and numerous suppliers. It was officially opened by leader of West Norfolk Council Nick Daubney and was held at Lynnsport. |
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| 30-Sep-09 |
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| The Royal Mail was last night accused of trying to pressure businesses into paying £3,150 a year to guarantee their post will be delivered at the start of the working day. |
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| 30-Sep-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 30-Sep-09 |
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| Congratulations to Alan Taylor of Utility Savings Corporation on winning the referral prize for the last quarter which was kindly donated by Barnham Broom Hotel of a stay in the idyllic country hotel in Norfolk with a golf lesson and spa treatment also included. |
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| 30-Sep-09 |
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| New Wave, the business networking club for young professionals (aged 18-35), is going from strength to strength, with the last event, a wine tasting evening held at Norwich City Football Club in September proving a great success. |
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| 30-Sep-09 |
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Notice is hereby given that the 113th Annual General Meeting of the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce and Industry will be held at Dunston Hall Hotel, Ipswich Road, Norwich on Wednesday 28th October 2009. |
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| 24-Sep-09 |
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Local links fostered at the Meet the Buyer event. |
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| 23-Sep-09 |
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Businesses developing exciting new products and services can get their hands on a unique voucher over the coming months, offering them up to one week’s close collaboration with top academics and researchers, absolutely free of charge. |
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| 23-Sep-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 23-Sep-09 |
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On Tuesday 15th September, the Hethersett High School Young Chamber Year 8 group were privileged to visit the Houses of Parliament. They were given a tour of the House of Lords and the Commons. |
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| 23-Sep-09 |
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A vibrant affair at King’s Lynn Meet the Buyer Event 22nd September 2009 at LynnSport and Leisure Park.
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| 21-Sep-09 |
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Workers in Norwich have the worst sick record in the UK, according to a new survey. |
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| 18-Sep-09 |
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Unemployment in the region has hit 200,000 following a 10pc jump in three months. |
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| 16-Sep-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 16-Sep-09 |
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Norfolk Chamber of Commerce recently asked the Rapid Defence martial Arts Academy to give some training at a ladies night hosted by the Chamber. |
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| 16-Sep-09 |
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| The Lotus brand is poised for a return to Formula One in a move that will see up to 250 new jobs being created in Norfolk in the next six months. |
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| 14-Sep-09 |
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Last week, the Evening News revealed that engineering support services company Babcock Networks was interested in setting up the system in Norwich, which would give businesses and families the chance to log onto the internet while in the city centre. |
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| 09-Sep-09 |
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| World Class Norfolk Campaign launched this week. |
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| 09-Sep-09 |
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| Please join us in welcoming our new members for August to the Norfolk Chamber. |
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| 09-Sep-09 |
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Local traders are set to benefit from a new Business Club, run by enterpriseGY in partnership with Norfolk Chamber of Commerce, which offers access to exclusive events, individual support and practical resource. |
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| 09-Sep-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 08-Sep-09 |
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A new study out today which looks at the economic outlook for the east of England. |
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| 08-Sep-09 |
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| Commenting on the July manufacturing output figures, published 8th September 09 by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:
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| 04-Sep-09 |
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| A new Wi-Fi network project could be up and running in Norwich by next April, giving businesses and families the chance to log onto the internet while in the city centre. |
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| 04-Sep-09 |
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| According to the recent British Chambers of Commerce’s quarterly economic survey- the worst of the recession is over but recovery is not guaranteed (Quarter 2). However businesses need to start planning, and align their business capability in accordance with market conditions. |
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| 02-Sep-09 |
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| Entrepreneurs across the East of England can get their hands on loans of up to £200,000 to help start-up and grow businesses, even if they have been refused by their banks. The East of England Development Agency (EEDA) has loan programmes in place to help businesses looking to borrow between £500 and £200,000. |
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| 02-Sep-09 |
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Young Chamber Co-Ordinator Gillian Hill was delighted to report that a valued member of Aylsham High Young Chamber had been nominated for the Norfolk and Suffolk Young People of the Year Award. |
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| 01-Sep-09 |
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Criminal gangs are targeting taxpayers with thousands of scam emails offering bogus tax refunds. The online attacks, known as ‘phishing’, have peaked during the summer leading to increased reports of fraud to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). |
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| 27-Aug-09 |
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Network Rail has proposed a £34 billion High Speed Rail (HSR) link from London to Scotland, via Birmingham and Manchester. Commenting on the report, Adam Marshall, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 27-Aug-09 |
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Commenting on the preliminary business investment figures for the second quarter of 2009, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 27-Aug-09 |
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The first set of results for hundreds of students taking the government’s new 14-19 Diploma have been released. Commenting, Dr Adam Marshall, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 26-Aug-09 |
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Regulations for the business rate deferral scheme have now come into force. |
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| 26-Aug-09 |
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| The Commission for Rural Communities would like to hear of Chamber experiences and views on the impact of recession to inform the two reports that will be presented to Rt Hon. Hilary Benn, MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs for his attendance at the National Economic Council meetings in October and November 2009. |
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| 26-Aug-09 |
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As the UK’s telecoms regulator, Ofcom allocates telephone numbers to communication providers who make them available to businesses and organisations. Introduced in 2007, 03 numbers provide an alternative to the more expensive 08 numbers (0844, 0845 and 0870 to name a few). |
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| 26-Aug-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 19-Aug-09 |
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| Commenting on the July inflation figures published by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:
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| 19-Aug-09 |
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| The Queen’s Award for Enterprise Promotion rewards people who have played an outstanding and significant role in promoting the growth of business enterprise and/or entrepreneurial skills and attitudes in others. |
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| 19-Aug-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 19-Aug-09 |
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Commenting ahead of the release of A-level exam results (Thursday 20th August 09), Dr Adam Marshall, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 19-Aug-09 |
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| Commenting on the MPC minutes published by the Bank of England on 19 August 09, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 12-Aug-09 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce has consulted its members extensively on this topic. |
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| 12-Aug-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement.
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| 07-Aug-09 |
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Introducing PortalNorwich the freight consolidation service for city businesses. |
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| 05-Aug-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 29-Jul-09 |
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Please join us in welcoming our new members for July to the Norfolk Chamber. |
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| 29-Jul-09 |
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Carbon Trust expands interest-free loans to help more SMEs survive the recession and cut carbon. |
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| 29-Jul-09 |
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Lord Mandelson has launched a £150 million package to help manufacturers take advantage of emerging technologies. |
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| 29-Jul-09 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 29-Jul-09 |
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Businesses searching for vacant commercial property in Norfolk can now do so through a comprehensive listing of available property on a single on line search facility. |
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| 29-Jul-09 |
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| As the consultation on the UK implementation of the Agency Workers Directive closes, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has written to the Business Secretary, Lord Mandelson, expressing major concerns about the legislation’s impact on the UK economy and flexible labour market. |
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| 28-Jul-09 |
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| The search is on to find innovative and successful manufacturing ‘clusters’ to represent the East of England in a prestigious national competition. |
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| 22-Jul-09 |
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Smaller businesses can now take advantage of zero interest loans for energy efficiency thanks to changes announced by the Carbon Trust – helping more organisations to improve energy efficiency, cut energy bills and survive the recession. |
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| 22-Jul-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 22-Jul-09 |
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Swine flu could have serious consequences for small and medium size businesses so ensuring your business is properly prepared is essential. |
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| 16-Jul-09 |
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The government has outlined plans on how it will move the UK towards a low carbon economy.
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| 15-Jul-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 15-Jul-09 |
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| Chamber Gold Patron Chapelfield gave a big boost to Aylsham High School’s Young Chamber last Saturday by exhibiting their new in-school video on the big screen. |
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| 15-Jul-09 |
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| Building a third runway at Heathrow would add £30 billion to the UK economy, according to a new study published today by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). |
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| 08-Jul-09 |
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British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Survey results – Q2 2009 |
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| 08-Jul-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 08-Jul-09 |
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An inspiring morning was had at the Chamber Breakfast, as Alexandra Jones from the The Work Foundation reminded local businesses that innovation is more important in a time of a recession, and it was not about struggling with new ideas, but instead finding, using and adapting your organisation to tried and tested methods. |
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| 08-Jul-09 |
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Commenting ahead of the MPC interest rate decision on Thursday 9 July, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 08-Jul-09 |
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Engines roaring and the bikers had arrived! Norfolk’s leather clad business fraternity took part in the annual Norfolk Chamber of Commerce ‘Bikers Breakfast’ sponsored by Ward Gethin Solicitors, and descended upon Barnham Broom Hotel where nearly 50 bikers were able to mix business with pleasure. |
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| 03-Jul-09 |
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In advance of the Business Rate Supplement Bill receiving Royal Assent today, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said: |
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| 01-Jul-09 |
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Commenting on the revised GDP figures for the first quarter of 2009, published today by the ONS, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), David Kern, said: |
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| 01-Jul-09 |
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Commenting on the Prime Minister’s Draft Legislative Programme announced today, Kevin Hoctor, Senior Policy Adviser at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said: |
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| 01-Jul-09 |
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Please join us in welcoming our new members for June to the Norfolk Chamber.
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| 01-Jul-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 24-Jun-09 |
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The current economic climate means many companies are unable to offer very little in the way of pay increases to staff, the result of which can leave employees feeling undervalued and demotivated. |
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| 24-Jun-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 24-Jun-09 |
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Please note that there is currently an e-mail circulating with a subject of: Update for Microsoft Outlook / Outlook Express (KB910721). Microsoft do not e-mail updates at any time, so please delete should you receive this or any notification from Microsoft.
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| 23-Jun-09 |
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Is it someone who looks after their people, thinks creatively about flexible working and is understanding about family emergencies? Or someone who’s focused on the bottom line and will ensure everyone keeps their job in these difficult economic times? |
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| 17-Jun-09 |
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Lord Carter has published the Digital Britain report which outlines plans for the future of the internet and communications industries. |
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| 17-Jun-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 15-Jun-09 |
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Lord Mandelson has outlined the responsibilities of his Ministerial team at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. |
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| 15-Jun-09 |
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| The Hewett School Young Chamber Arts/Media Diploma Group will be exhibiting examples of their work at the Forum in Norwich. |
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| 12-Mar-09 |
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Details of the Automotive Assistance Programme. |
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| 12-Jun-09 |
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| CITY are today delighted to announce the appointment of former Fulham Managing Director David McNally as the Club's new Chief Executive. |
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| 10-Jun-09 |
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Norfolk Chamber members had two aims when they met the Bank of England on 5th June 2009. To let them know what is really happening on the ground in Norfolk and to lobby them not to ease back on quantitative easing following the MPC meeting 4th June. |
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| 10-Jun-09 |
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Please join us in welcoming our newest members to the Norfolk Chamber. |
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| 10-Jun-09 |
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It is all change again as government reorganizes itself on skills but Norfolk Chamber is taking the initiative to ensure Norfolk business gets want it needs. |
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| 10-Jun-09 |
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Lord Davis, Trade Minister has asked the British Chambers of Commerce to highlight companies working in Saudi and/or China. |
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| 10-Jun-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 10-Jun-09 |
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Lord Mandelson has today announced that eligibility for the government’s £5 billion trade credit scheme will be backdated to include suppliers who had their cover reduced since October last year. |
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| 09-Jun-09 |
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Greg Dyke heads-up high-profile speaker list at Destination Growth ‘09 |
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| 08-Jun-09 |
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Results of the local election 2009 |
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| 04-Jun-09 |
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| Commenting on today’s MPC interest rate decision, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said: |
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| 03-Jun-09 |
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With visitors reporting a lively atmosphere, B2B X-TRA proved to be a success with visitors and exhibitors held on the 21st May at NCFC. |
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| 03-Jun-09 |
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Enter the Chamber Awards for your chance to win £50,000! |
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| 03-Jun-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 03-Jun-09 |
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The Click Design Consultants have been named ‘Best Graphic Designers’ in the East of England at this years’ Creative East Awards. |
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| 27-May-09 |
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| A series of further investigative works for the proposed waterfront regeneration area development at Boal Quay has started. |
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| 27-May-09 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 27-May-09 |
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Congratulations to our first winner of the Chamber Referral Scheme Prize Draw! Dan Kelly of Red Balloon Learner Centres was the lucky winner of the prize kindly donated by Dunston Hall Hotel for an overnights stay with 3 course dinner and round of golf for two.
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| 20-May-09 |
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Commenting on the April inflation figures published this week by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 20-May-09 |
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A report published by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) compares the UK and EU regulatory systems, finding them to be worlds apart with no effective communication between them. |
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| 20-May-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 13-May-09 |
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| Commenting on the new unemployment figures released today by the ONS, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 13-May-09 |
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The Government has announced that the National Minimum Wage will increase by 7p to £5.80p an hour for adults. |
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| 13-May-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 13-May-09 |
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The Diss High School Young Chamber recently visited the Theatre Royal in Norwich. |
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| 12-May-09 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has raised questions about whether the Learning and Skills Council (LSC) has taken its eye off the ball over funding for employers that wish to invest in training. |
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| 12-May-09 |
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| Commenting on proposals to equip every home and small business with smart meters, Gareth Elliott, Senior Policy Adviser at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 08-May-09 |
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Successful entrepreneurs and executives will be sharing their recession-busting secrets with local firms at Norfolk’s biggest business exhibition later this month. |
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| 07-May-09 |
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Commenting on today’s MPC decision, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 07-May-09 |
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To all members, one of our members has notified us that a company called the ‘The Corporate Times’ are trying to contact our members about advertising opportunities. However they do not appear to be legitimate, so please do not give out any important details. |
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| 06-May-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 06-May-09 |
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The Belgian Embassy will be hosting a series of seminars across The East of England promoting business opportunities in Europe. |
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| 30-Apr-09 |
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| If you are looking for advice on how swine flu might affect your travel plans, you should consult the travel advice for the country concerned provided by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO). |
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| 30-Apr-09 |
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A summary of current Department of Health and Foreign and Commonwealth Office advice as well as a reminder to review business contingency plans, and where to find the latest information. |
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| 29-Apr-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 29-Apr-09 |
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Sewell Park Young Chamber were recently put through their paces at Eaton Vale Activity Centre in Norwich. |
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| 28-Apr-09 |
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The UK will maintain its opt-out from the European Working Time Directive after a conciliation committee failed to find a compromise. |
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| 28-Apr-09 |
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The Equalities Minister, Harriet Harman, has published the Single Equalities Bill. Commenting from the British Chambers of Commerce’s Annual Business Convention in Birmingham, David Frost, Director General of the BCC, said: |
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| 23-Apr-09 |
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Responding to the Chancellor’s Budget today, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), David Frost, said: |
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| 23-Apr-09 |
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The BCC is referenced within the Budget Red Book (pages 71 and 198). |
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| 22-Apr-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 20-Apr-09 |
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Have you ever considered exporting, but don't know where to start?
Are you currently exporting, but not making the most of the support available to you? |
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| 16-Apr-09 |
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“We have launched our recession buster service package to assist Norfolk businesses combat the downturn in the economy. We are working even harder to ensure that they utilise all the help and services that are available to them to maximize profitability." |
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| 15-Apr-09 |
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The recession is likely to bite until the middle of next year, with the unemployment situation not expected to brighten until the start of 2011. |
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| 15-Apr-09 |
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British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Survey results – Q1 2009 |
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| 15-Apr-09 |
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By Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber of Commerce |
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| 15-Apr-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 09-Apr-09 |
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Commenting on MPC decision, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: ` |
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| 08-Apr-09 |
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| BCC met with Lord Mandelson, Secretary of State at BERR, along with Andrew Cahn and Vicky Pryce from BERR last week. |
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| 08-Apr-09 |
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ALL goods being exported to Saudi Arabia must be clearly labelled with the country of origin. A non-removable indication of origin must be permanently engraved or affixed to each item. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in delays and extra costs being incurred at the ports. |
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| 08-Apr-09 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 08-Apr-09 |
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Manufacturing businesses in the East of England can receive expert advice, hands-on support and training to help boost their performance and survive the downturn, thanks to a significant new £1.32 million investment. |
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| 03-Apr-09 |
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The government has announced that it will not be implementing regulatory budgets.
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| 02-Apr-09 |
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New award for employers which recognise that the future features the over fifties |
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| 02-Apr-09 |
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Leading accountants and business advisers, PKF, will be holding two receptions on the evening of the Budget on 22nd April 2009, to brief local businesses on the Chancellor’s announcement |
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| 01-Apr-09 |
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Commenting on the Chancellor’s announcement today to stagger the increase in business rates, Kevin Hoctor, Head of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 01-Apr-09 |
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The Norfolk Chamber proudly launched it's new membership referral scheme earlier this year. There will be exciting prizes donated by existing Chamber members which can be won on a quarterly basis. |
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| 01-Apr-09 |
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| Your questions answered. |
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| 01-Apr-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 30-Mar-09 |
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A bumper package of measures to increase consistency and streamline how business, agents and other customers work with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will be introduced in April. |
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| 25-Mar-09 |
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This month Hethersett High School Young Chamber visited Delias Restaurant at Norwich City Football Club. |
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| 25-Mar-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 24-Mar-09 |
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Commenting on the inflation figures published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 24-Mar-09 |
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This week EEDA announced new funding to support rural pubs in the East of England. This is the latest initiative available from Business Link to support hard pressed local pubs which are closing in record numbers following the smoking ban, competition from cheap supermarket sales and the economic downturn. |
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| 23-Mar-09 |
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Mervyn Davies, Minister for Trade and Investment, will be interviewed by the BBC journalist, Martha Kearney, on how the government is handling the recession at the British Chambers of Commerce’s Annual Business Convention. |
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| 18-Mar-09 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 18-Mar-09 |
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The conciliation process has started today in Brussels over whether to maintain an opt-out from the Working Time Directive. The UK is one of 15 countries that use the opt-out. Commenting, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 18-Mar-09 |
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| The Norfolk Sports and Cultural Foundation sets out to celebrate Norfolk’s talent, raise the aspirations and achievements of people across Norfolk. |
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| 16-Mar-09 |
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Policy Discussion with Jonathan Djanogly MP, Shadow Minister for Business. |
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| 16-Mar-09 |
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The East of England Development Agency (EEDA) has begun the hunt for most enterprising place in the region with the launch of the 2009 Enterprising Britain competition. |
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| 13-Mar-09 |
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| A second reading debate on the Statutory Redundancy Pay (Amendment) Bill is taking place today in the House of Commons. Commenting, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 11-Mar-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 11-Mar-09 |
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| Commenting on the trade figures for January published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 04-Mar-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 04-Mar-09 |
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BERR reported that EFG is up to 400 loans worth £40m offered or processed. |
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| 03-Mar-09 |
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Ian Grainger has been appointed as Business Manager for Norfolk Chamber of Commerce’s cost-cutting utilities service. |
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| 03-Mar-09 |
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Entrepreneurs with bright business ideas are being given a helping hand to turn them into commercial realities, thanks to new funding announced by the East of England Development Agency (EEDA). |
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| 02-Mar-09 |
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A new initiative to help fledgling businesses in Breckland will be launched this spring. |
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| 25-Feb-09 |
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Commenting on the business investment figures published today by the ONS, Steve Hughes, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 25-Feb-09 |
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| As part of all of the business group’s campaign against the Government’s decision to remove Empty Property Rate Relief, your business may want to sign-up to the petition on the Number.10 website. |
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| 23-Feb-09 |
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| Ministers have been asked to “advise” on the effects of planned legislation on business, according to some reports today, with the aim of reducing the financial burden on companies during the economy’s downturn. |
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| 23-Feb-09 |
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Businesses across the six counties of the East of England (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk) are set to benefit from a £4.5 million investment in skills and training. |
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| 18-Feb-09 |
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Responding to today’s Conservative policy paper, ‘Returning Power to Local Communities’, Kevin Hoctor, policy adviser at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said: |
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| 18-Feb-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 17-Feb-09 |
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Small community, voluntary and charitable organisations can get a one-off award of up to £250 from the Lord Mayor's Small Grants Fund. |
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| 17-Feb-09 |
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| Commenting on the UK inflation figures published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 17-Feb-09 |
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By McTear Williams & Wood. |
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| 16-Feb-09 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has published the results from its latest Monthly Business Survey. |
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| 12-Feb-09 |
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| ITV Productions are asking the question – do you cook Britain’s Best Dish? ITV's national cookery competition returns later this year – a chance for amateur chefs to present their signature dish to our judges and compete for a £10,000 cash prize. |
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| 11-Feb-09 |
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Commenting on the labour market figures published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 09-Feb-09 |
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These are all claims made by organisations who have joined the Learning Champion Project and are successfully moving forward as a “Learning Organisation”. |
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| 06-Feb-09 |
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Commenting on the total production and manufacturing output figures for December, published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 06-Feb-09 |
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1st Chamber Council Meeting took place. |
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| 05-Feb-09 |
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Businesses across England could face an eye-watering £3.4 billion bill for simply using their own car parking spaces. |
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| 05-Feb-09 |
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Commenting on today’s MPC decision, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 04-Feb-09 |
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A package of business support to help business packed into 30 products and services. |
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| 04-Feb-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 04-Feb-09 |
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Commenting ahead of the MPC’s interest rate decision tomorrow (Thursday), David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 02-Feb-09 |
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Business leaders in the region need to give top priority to planning for both their survival and the eventual economic upturn, according to a major report published today, and the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) can help. |
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| 28-Jan-09 |
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Lord Mandelson, the Business Secretary, has today announced a support package for the UK car industry. Commenting on the package, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), David Frost, said: |
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| 28-Jan-09 |
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Invitation to an ACCA/British Chamber of Commerce debate
Monday 23 February, 4.00 - 6.00pm |
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| 28-Jan-09 |
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50 East Anglian entrepreneurs who will be among the ones to watch in years to come. |
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| 28-Jan-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 28-Jan-09 |
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The Anderson Review has been published today and sets out recommendations to improve the quality of guidance government gives to business on new regulations. |
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| 26-Jan-09 |
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Local businesses looking to boost their sales are being offered a unique opportunity to meet some of the area’s largest buyers thanks to enterpriseGY. |
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| 23-Jan-09 |
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The economy shrank by 1.5 percent in the fourth quarter of 2008. Commenting on the preliminary GDP figures, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 23-Jan-09 |
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| 23-Jan-09 |
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Norfolk Q4 Results |
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| 21-Jan-09 |
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If you’re worried about whether you will be able to pay your tax on time, then get in touch with HMRC’s Business Payment Support Service (BPSS) as soon as possible. The telephone number is 0845 302 1435 and the lines are open from 8am to 8pm during the week and 8am to 4pm at weekends. |
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| 21-Jan-09 |
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The ONS has today published the latest Labour Market data. Commenting on the figures, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 21-Jan-09 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 21-Jan-09 |
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Commenting on the December 2008 inflation figures published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 21-Jan-09 |
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Business Link has launched a helpline that offers anonymity to business owners who want to discuss their business issues without disclosing their identity. |
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| 19-Jan-09 |
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Businesses in the East of England are being offered free intensive support to help them get through the challenges of the economic downturn, with new investment announced today by the East of England Development Agency (EEDA). |
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| 19-Jan-09 |
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Catering businesses in West Norfolk are being offered free training workshops to help them comply with food safety legislation. |
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| 15-Jan-09 |
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Bernard Matthews Farms today announced that it is beginning two staff consultation processes (covering salaried and process workers respectively), which is expected to result in a reduction of 130 employees out of a workforce of 2510.
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| 14-Jan-09 |
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The Carbon Trust calculates that businesses waste an average 20% of all the energy they buy and that this can equate to a loss of 5% in sales value. |
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| 14-Jan-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 14-Jan-09 |
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A public meeting is being held to discuss the Police Authority budget for 2009-10 and the subsequent impact on your Council Tax. |
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| 14-Jan-09 |
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Chamber Economic Survey Results -
British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), Quarterly Economic Survey (Q4). |
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| 12-Jan-09 |
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The Office for National Statistics manufacturing figures show that manufacturing output fell at its fastest rate since 1981. |
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| 12-Jan-09 |
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Businesses developing exciting, new technologies could be spending a different type of voucher in the January sales this year, with up to £250,000 of specialist consultancy grants available through an East of England Development Agency (EEDA) pilot project. |
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| 12-Jan-09 |
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Businesses that have been trading for over 12 months are eligible for the £500 voucher scheme redeemable in exchange for consultancy services. |
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| 12-Jan-09 |
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With a challenging year ahead for many organisations the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce is pleased to provide an inspiring breakfast to start businesses off on the right foot. Mary Keightley, founder and MD of Mind Associates will be discussing how optimism is key to helping you get through tough times. |
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| 09-Jan-09 |
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East of England Development Agency’s current business support offer. |
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| 07-Jan-09 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 07-Jan-09 |
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EEDA have announced the commencement of the ERDF Competitiveness Programme bidding round 5. Bidding round 5 is the fifth of seven planned bidding rounds timetabled through to 2009 |
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| 07-Jan-09 |
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Great news - as from the 5th January 2009 there will be another six Young Chambers across the county. |
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| 07-Jan-09 |
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Places are available for Short Course Management Programme which starts on 22nd January. This programme can be fully funded through Train to Gain. |
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| 06-Jan-09 |
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The Arab-British Chamber of Commerce is to lead a UK Business Delegation to the 2009 Jeddah Economic Forum in Saudi Arabia and is pleased to announce that the standard fee of US$1,500 will be waived for all participants* |
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| 05-Jan-09 |
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Commenting on the choices facing the MPC at its January 2009 meeting next Thursday, David Kern, Chief Economist at the BCC, said: |
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| 17-Dec-08 |
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Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber and Peter Barry MD Pasta Foods and President Norfolk Chamber joined Shaping Norfolk’s Future and partners to discuss with Andrew Chivers MD National Express East Anglia their vision for their rail services. |
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| 17-Dec-08 |
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| At short notice British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) were invited to take a small group to meet with the Prime Minister Gordon Brown at No.10 on 1st December 2008. |
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| 17-Dec-08 |
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Norfolk is in pole position to benefit from the economic spin-offs brought by the London Olympics including a share of a £2.1b tourism dividend. |
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| 17-Dec-08 |
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At the Chamber Christmas Lunch held at Dunston Hall with over 80 businesses, diners contributed to the Salvation Army Toys and Tins appeal. |
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| 17-Dec-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 17-Dec-08 |
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MEPs have today voted to end the UK’s opt-out from the Working Time Directive. Reacting to the vote, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), David Frost, said: |
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| 17-Dec-08 |
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More than £30 million has been allocated to rural projects by the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) in the first year of the Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE). |
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| 15-Dec-08 |
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Current activity of British Chambers of Commerce w/e 12.12.08 |
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| 12-Dec-08 |
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Report sent to Barbara Follett MP Minister for the East of England by EEDA |
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| 12-Dec-08 |
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| Steps are being taken to allow councils to charge businesses for staff parking places. Commenting on the Workplace Parking Levy (WPL), Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, David Frost, said: |
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| 12-Dec-08 |
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The new nationwide network identity won a top accolade at the Design Benchmark Awards last week. Elmwood, the design agency behind our new and vibrant brand, entered and won the professional services category. |
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| 11-Dec-08 |
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Breckland Council has today successfully secured over £6m of investment to help the regeneration and growth of the town. The sum is £2m more than was originally hoped for, which is great news for the town. |
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| 10-Dec-08 |
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Commenting on the October manufacturing output figures and UK trade data published today, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 10-Dec-08 |
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Norfolk businesses have a place at the table of the newly set up East of England Economic Forum as Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber is a member of the form on behalf of the East of England Chambers of Commerce. |
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| 10-Dec-08 |
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Congratulations to Softstart UK of Great Yarmouth who won the National Chamber Award in the category of Most Promising New Business at a Gala Dinner held at the Natural History Museum in London recently. |
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| 10-Dec-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement.
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| 09-Dec-08 |
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New Members for November 08 |
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| 08-Dec-08 |
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Summary of News Items |
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| 03-Dec-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 03-Dec-08 |
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Commenting on the report, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, David Frost, said: |
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| 03-Dec-08 |
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| EEDA has received assurances from regional banks that they are there to support small businesses and says the best thing for businesses to do is 'keep in touch'
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| 03-Dec-08 |
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Thirteen new Bills have been published today in the Queen’s Speech. Director-General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), David Frost, said: |
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| 02-Dec-08 |
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Commenting on the choices facing the MPC at its December 2008 meeting next Thursday, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 01-Dec-08 |
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Commenting on the choices facing the MPC at its December 2008 meeting next Thursday, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 01-Dec-08 |
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Traders and consumers in the East of England will get a £725 million boost when the cut in the standard rate of VAT comes into effect on Monday 1 December. |
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| 28-Nov-08 |
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Proposals to develop one or more unitary councils in Norfolk will not now proceed to the original timetable following a Judicial Review hearing in the High Court in London this morning. |
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| 27-Nov-08 |
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Director-General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), David Frost, has today written to the Chancellor regarding the announcement to increase National Insurance Contributions (NICs) in his Pre-Budget Report. |
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| 27-Nov-08 |
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The European Commission is due to publish its Recovery plan today. This will include the recent EIB €30 billion package as well as bringing forward funding for competitiveness and innovation and making it easier for member states to deliver it and businesses to access it. |
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| 27-Nov-08 |
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The ONS has published revised GDP figures for quarter three 2008. David Kern, Chief Economist of the BCC said:
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| 27-Nov-08 |
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SNR - Government Response to the Prosperous Places Consulation. |
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| 26-Nov-08 |
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In response to recent Government announcements ALL Business Link briefings and workshops are now free of charge (previously £30) for ALL small and medium-sized businesses. |
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| 26-Nov-08 |
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Norfolk Adult Social Services are making changes to the way day services are provided for older people and people with physical or sensory impairments in Norfolk. |
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| 26-Nov-08 |
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Local businesses looking to boost their sales are being offered a unique opportunity to meet some of the area’s largest buyers thanks to enterpriseGY. |
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| 26-Nov-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 26-Nov-08 |
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On Monday the 17th of Nov the Aylsham Young Chamber led a group of forty students in meeting the Make Your Mark challenge as part of Enterprise week. |
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| 25-Nov-08 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is responding today to the Chancellor’s Pre-Budget Report. |
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| 21-Nov-08 |
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Commenting on the MPC minutes, published by the Bank of England, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: |
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| 19-Nov-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 19-Nov-08 |
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| An online portal designed to help you get paid. |
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| 19-Nov-08 |
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Norfolk Chamber’s Small Business Rate Relief campaign up to the 30th September 2008 has seen Norfolk businesses save £49.5k for their first year and £148.6k over three years Collectively small businesses across the UK have saved over £1.5 million. |
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| 18-Nov-08 |
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| Commenting on the inflation figures published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 18-Nov-08 |
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An announcement from the DfT has been made to bring forward the A11 dualling project. |
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| 17-Nov-08 |
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British Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Forecast |
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| 12-Nov-08 |
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At the Small Business Finance Forum on the 11th November 08, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) had a frank and honest discussion with the banks and Government.
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| 12-Nov-08 |
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Official figures published today by the Office for National Statistics show that unemployment has reached an 11-year high. |
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| 12-Nov-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 07-Nov-08 |
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Newly appointed skills minister Lord Young will underline government’s policies relating to skills when he addresses local businesses at a high-profile breakfast conference organised by Norfolk Chamber of Commerce in association with The Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills. |
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| 05-Nov-08 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is urging the MPC to cut interest rates by half a point on Thursday to 4 per cent, with a further half point cut to 3.5 per cent by Christmas. |
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| 05-Nov-08 |
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Your competitors are benefiting from this offer – don’t get left behind!
Get the funding and training you need to get the best out of your people. If you are a small to medium sized business based in the East of England you can nominate up to 2 Learning Champions free of charge. This OCN accredited course is offered at level 2 and level 3. As well as funding your champion’s development we will show them how to help you source further funding that can contribute towards your workforce staff development. |
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| 05-Nov-08 |
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Did you visit the Anglia TV stand at our Expo 08 and attempt to read the news? |
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| 05-Nov-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 04-Nov-08 |
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HMRC have asked for feedback on any problems you as an employer may face dealing with them in processing their payroll and/or tax returns. |
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| 03-Nov-08 |
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Commenting on the £4 billion support package secured by the Government from the European Investment Bank, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), David Frost, said: |
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| 03-Nov-08 |
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The Borough Council's Cabinet will be considering a raft of measures to help businesses and council taxpayers weather the current financial chill when it meets on 4 November. |
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| 03-Nov-08 |
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Norfolk Chamber are exhibiting at the East Anglia Franchise Show on Wednesday 12th November 08 at the Holiday Inn Norwich Airport. |
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| 29-Oct-08 |
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Norfolk County Council are running a series of free Packaging and Eco-design events over the next few months. The events hope to provide practical advice and guidance to Norfolk businesses on ways in which they can modify and improve their products packaging design to reduce the levels of excess packaging. |
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| 29-Oct-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 27-Oct-08 |
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Alison Lys, Head of Skills at EEDA, said: |
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| 27-Oct-08 |
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The chair of the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) has welcomed government’s new measures to help businesses large and small to beat the economic downturn.
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| 27-Oct-08 |
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New Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon has told Norfolk business leaders the Government is working towards bringing forward the dualling of the A11. |
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| 27-Oct-08 |
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“Safer Street” campaign comes as Brits fear for their homes in credit crunch. |
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| 27-Oct-08 |
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Summary of ‘Solution for Business Funded by Government’ – The Government’s business support package |
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| 24-Oct-08 |
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An application has been made by Marshland Wind Farm Limited (MWFL) to the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform for the construction a 57 MW (Megawatts) wind farm at land at Marshland St. James. |
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| 24-Oct-08 |
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Softstart UK, Seriously responsible Print Ltd and Eastern Storage Equipment Ltd , all members of Norfolk Chamber of Commerce have been announced as Regional Winners for the Chamber Awards 2008.
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| 24-Oct-08 |
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This competition is one of a range of programmes to tackle Healthcare Associated Infections |
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| 22-Oct-08 |
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Commenting on John Denham’s announcement today that £350 million will be offered to small businesses to help boost staff skills, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, David Frost, said: |
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| 22-Oct-08 |
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The Government and the Conservatives have today announced plans to help small businesses during the current economic slowdown. Commenting on the proposals, Head of Policy for the British Chambers of Commerce, Chris Hannant, said: |
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| 22-Oct-08 |
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EEDA is launching the latest ESF project tender under its Co-financing Plan 2007-11. |
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| 22-Oct-08 |
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Consultation work on the Kings Lynn to London Liverpool street train line |
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| 22-Oct-08 |
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Regeneration chiefs are planning a massive expansion to a King's Lynn industrial estate |
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| 16-Oct-08 |
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Responding to the Transport Secretary’s written statement to Parliament in which he gives permission for Stansted airport to expand, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, David Frost, said:
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| 16-Oct-08 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce has today hosted a summit on education and skills to debate how we can best equip our young people with the relevant skills needed by business today and in the future.
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| 16-Oct-08 |
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Labour figures published today by the Office for National Statistics show that UK unemployment has increased. |
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| 16-Oct-08 |
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With less than a week to go before Expo 08, Norfolk’s largest B2B exhibition, Norfolk Chamber is delighted to report that the event is a sell out with over 80 stands over two floors.
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| 15-Oct-08 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce is supporting the Arab-British Chamber in the promotion of and participation at the GCC Europe Expo exhibition & conference at Olympia on 12/13 November 2008. BCC will have a Stand at the event and be in attendance during the two days |
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| 15-Oct-08 |
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e-Cert and e-Cert Xpress system is to be updated to Version 5 from the New Year and the current version will therefore be unavailable from then on. |
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| 14-Oct-08 |
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Commenting on September CPI figures published today by the Office for National Statistics, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC)
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| 09-Oct-08 |
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Consultation work on the Norwich to London Liverpool street train line. |
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| 08-Oct-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 08-Oct-08 |
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News that the Bank of England has just made an emergency cut in interest rates by a half point is welcomed by British Business. |
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| 08-Oct-08 |
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A banker, an economist and a manufacturer all offered views on the causes and consequences of the credit crunch when they addressed an enthralled 140-strong business audience at a Norfolk Chamber of Commerce business breakfast on 8th October 2008. |
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| 06-Oct-08 |
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12,000 signatures achieved which is great but we need even more! |
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| 03-Oct-08 |
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A new environment survey of over 3,000 firms, released today by the British Chambers of Commerce, which included feedback from Norfolk Chamber members, has calculated that UK businesses have made £1.1 billion in energy efficiency savings over the last 12 months. |
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| 02-Oct-08 |
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Commenting on the establishment of a new combined consumer watchdog, Consumer Focus, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 01-Oct-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 30-Sep-08 |
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Ministers retain rights on nuclear plant sale. |
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| 29-Sep-08 |
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Commenting on the Conservative Party’s plans to scrap a third runway at Heathrow in favour of high speed rail, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 29-Sep-08 |
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More than one million workers will benefit from a rise in the minimum wage from Wednesday. |
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| 29-Sep-08 |
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A business park is being planned on the outskirts of Norwich. |
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| 26-Sep-08 |
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Fears of a damaging shortage of teachers in Norfolk and Suffolk were voiced last night as new figures showed many close to retirement. |
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| 24-Sep-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 24-Sep-08 |
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The leaders of 100 of Norfolk’s biggest businesses have joined forces to demand Secretary of State for Transport Ruth Kelly gives the go ahead for the dualling of the A11 between Barton Mills and Thetford. |
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| 19-Sep-08 |
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Essential safety improvement work starts at Chapelfield Roundabout on Monday 22 September 2008. |
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| 19-Sep-08 |
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The Confederation of British Industry is launching a new higher education taskforce with university leaders.
Its leaders have questioned whether universities are producing too many graduates. |
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| 18-Sep-08 |
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Commenting on the MPC minutes released today by the Bank of England, and on the labour market figures issued by the ONS, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 17-Sep-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 17-Sep-08 |
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| A ground-breaking study published today by the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) shows that traffic congestion in the region could cost businesses and residents £2 billion each year by 2021. |
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| 16-Sep-08 |
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Commenting on the August CPI figures published today by the Office for National Statistics, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 16-Sep-08 |
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There are three years to be claimed through the Small Business Rate Relief scheme (SBRR). Last year, this year and next. If you don’t claim by 30 September you will lose your right to claim last year you will throw away your entitlement” said Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber of Commerce |
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| 15-Sep-08 |
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The Talented Athlete Grant offers promising sportspeople who live in the Norwich City Council area the chance to apply for an annual grant of £300 to help with their coaching, equipment and competition costs. |
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| 11-Sep-08 |
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Commenting on the new economic forecasts published today by the EU Commission, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 11-Sep-08 |
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Commenting on the July manufacturing prices figures published Tuesday 9 September 2008 by the ONS, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 04-Sep-08 |
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Navigate the network of business support |
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| 04-Sep-08 |
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Commenting on the new roll out of diplomas, David Frost, Director-General, British Chambers of Commerce said: |
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| 03-Sep-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 02-Sep-08 |
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Update on Great Yarmouth Area:
Collated by Economic Development Unit of Great Yarmouth Borough Council |
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| 29-Aug-08 |
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Government told it's high time to dual the A11 as public petition launched by Norfolk County Council. |
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| 22-Aug-08 |
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| Norfolk's future looked suddenly brighter last night as the county's 16-year-olds took a giant leap forward in their GCSE results. |
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| 21-Aug-08 |
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Commenting on the Competition Commission's recommendation that BAA sells some of its airports, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, David Frost, said: |
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| 21-Aug-08 |
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Today the independent public body, the Competition Commission, unveiled the provisional findings of its investigation into BAA's position in the UK airports market - with implications for Stansted. |
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| 21-Aug-08 |
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A comprehensive masterplan for the regeneration of one of the region's most popular tourist destinations will be presented to the Borough Council's Regeneration and Environment Panel at its meeting on 27 August, prior to a public presentation at Hunstanton Town Hall on 11 September. |
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| 21-Aug-08 |
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West Norfolk public buildings in need of repair are set to benefit from an additional £800,000 to restore them to prime condition over the next two years. |
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| 21-Aug-08 |
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To pave the way for a new College of West Anglia (COWA) campus a further investment of £2.4m is being planned for King's Lynn's flagship Nar Ouse Regeneration Area so that essential infrastructure can be installed. |
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| 20-Aug-08 |
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For five of the key pieces which we think make up the whole package for great service.
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| 20-Aug-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 20-Aug-08 |
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You may have hear David Frost of the British Chamber of Commerce talking about an increase in unemployment and a slow down in the economy |
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| 20-Aug-08 |
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Commenting on the MPC minutes released today by the Bank of England, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 14-Aug-08 |
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| Commenting on today's A-level results, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 13-Aug-08 |
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Commenting on the July CPI figures published today by the ONS, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 13-Aug-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 11-Aug-08 |
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Consumers across Norfolk are to be even more vigorously protected thanks to the launch of a new partnership. |
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| 11-Aug-08 |
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More than half-way through the second season of the Continental style widened pavements on Yarmouth’s Golden Mile, seafront traders are fed up. |
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| 11-Aug-08 |
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The Prince of Wales’ new ambassador in the east of England – a new advocate for businesses getting involved in their community – is Tricia Fuller. |
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| 11-Aug-08 |
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Energy suppliers are failing to provide businesses with the same fair and transparent service that domestic energy users are entitled to. |
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| 08-Aug-08 |
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| Norfolk County Councils Adult Education Service is launching a new course which aims to help candidates to get the equivalent of five GCSEs in just one year. |
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| 08-Aug-08 |
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The first part of a new business park in Thetford is set to get the go-ahead next week. |
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| 07-Aug-08 |
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Would you relish the opportunity to take a new view of your company? |
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| 06-Aug-08 |
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| An award-winning leadership and development programme that has been operating in Suffolk and Essex has been given government funding to spread across the Eastern Region. |
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| 06-Aug-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 06-Aug-08 |
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Commenting on the Government's plan to set regulatory budgets, Sally Low, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 30-Jul-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 30-Jul-08 |
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Commenting on the Department for Transport's statistical bulletin, Road Statistics 2007: Traffic, Speeds and Congestion, Chris Hannant, Head of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 30-Jul-08 |
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Commenting on the MPC minutes published today, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 29-Jul-08 |
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Commenting on the IMF's new global financial stability report, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce said:
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| 28-Jul-08 |
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Top 10 tips on how to reduce your fuel bill. |
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| 23-Jul-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 22-Jul-08 |
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The Government has today published its Welfare Reform Green Paper. Responding, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, David Frost, said: |
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| 22-Jul-08 |
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Commenting on 2M Group’s new studyinto high-speed rail, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, David Frost, said: |
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| 22-Jul-08 |
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More than 60 local businesses seized an invitation to meet the top brass who will run King’s Lynn’s new £400m Palm Paper plant – and they emerged in upbeat mood after learning more about opportunities to supply goods and services to the company.
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| 18-Jul-08 |
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The Department for Communities and Local Government published their Empowerment White Paper ‘Communities in control: real people, real power’ on 9th July 2008, alongside their response to the report of the Councillor’s Commission. |
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| 18-Jul-08 |
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New President urges Government to scrap Empty Premises Tax |
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| 16-Jul-08 |
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Commenting on yesterday's CPI inflation figures, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: "Annual CPI inflation, at 3.8% in June was worse than expected. |
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| 16-Jul-08 |
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Bi-monthly Great Yarmouth News
July/August 2008 |
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| 16-Jul-08 |
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Commenting on the Secretary of State for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform's speech this week on the need for Heathrow expansion, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, David Frost, said: "Mr Hutton's comments today will provide a real boost to business. |
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| 16-Jul-08 |
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Letter sent from Norfolk Chamber of Commerce to Ruth Kelly MP, Secretary of State, Department of Transport |
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| 16-Jul-08 |
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Responding to the Chancellor's decision to postpone autumn's planned 2p increase in fuel duty, Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber of Commerce said: "We are pleased that the Chancellor has listened to the concerns of the British Chambers of Commerce |
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| 16-Jul-08 |
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Norwich City Football Club has a fantastic opportunity for you to be part of The Business |
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| 16-Jul-08 |
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Commenting on John Denham's announcement today, that all young people will be entitled to an apprenticeship, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 09-Jul-08 |
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Illustrative plans for the extension of the retail area for King's Lynn will be unveiled for a public exhibition on 11th - 21st July in the former Fopp store in the Vancouver Quarter. |
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| 09-Jul-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 08-Jul-08 |
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Great News. The EERA planning panel has voted to put forward the A11 for an early start. The Chamber needs to keep up the pressure until the work is started! |
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| 07-Jul-08 |
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Draft proposals for unitary local government in Norfolk and Suffolk. |
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| 02-Jul-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement |
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| 02-Jul-08 |
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The Food Standards Agency and police are warning food companies to be alert to a fraud that may have affected a number of food businesses across the country. |
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| 25-Jun-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 25-Jun-08 |
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Responding to news today that BAA's chief executive has warned that Heathrow is 'jam-packed' and in need of a third runway, British Chambers of Commerce Director General, David Frost, said: |
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| 18-Jun-08 |
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| Growing businesses will find a warm welcome and a home – quite literally – in Great Yarmouth with the opening of ‘Catalyst’, a new business acceleration centre providing serviced office accommodation – and a whole lot more.
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| 18-Jun-08 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement.
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| 18-Jun-08 |
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| Update on Norfolk's Transport Infrastructure projects |
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| 18-Jun-08 |
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| Keep up to date with this important regeneration project. |
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| 18-Jun-08 |
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| Commenting on the MPC minutes published today, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
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| 13-Jun-08 |
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| Drivers on the A14 are to benefit from more reliable and safer journeys as Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly today announced the go-ahead for an £89.5m project to install new jam-busting technology on the route.
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| 13-Jun-08 |
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| Commenting on recent developments in the outlook for interest rates, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
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| 13-Jun-08 |
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| Responding to the Commons transport select committee's findings on road pricing released today, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
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| 12-Jun-08 |
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| A poll of over 1000 UK businesses is published today by the British Chambers of Commerce, ahead of a possible oil tanker driver strike on Friday. The snap poll shows that business will overwhelmingly refuse to panic buy fuel ahead of a planned four-day strike.
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| 12-Jun-08 |
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| Commenting on the labour market figures published today by the ONS, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
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| 12-Jun-08 |
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| ‘Following the commencement of work on the new paper mill in King’s Lynn, Palm Paper have now located their UK operations to King’s Lynn and are inviting local businesses to contact them to register an expression of interest in being part of their supply chain.
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| 11-Jun-08 |
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| In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement.
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| 04-Jun-08 |
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An application led by local people to promote the communities, businesses and enterprises in the Brecks area has won just over £3 million of funding awarded by the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) through the Rural Development Programme for England. |
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| 04-Jun-08 |
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An application led by local people to promote the communities, businesses and enterprises in the Norfolk Coast and Broads area has won just under £4 million of funding awarded by the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) through the Rural Development Programme for England.
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| 29-May-08 |
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Commenting on the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform's speech to the Fabian Society today, Chris Hannant, Head of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 28-May-08 |
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Neville Reyner current President of Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce has been elected by the British Chambers of Commerce Board as their new President to take affect in July 2008. |
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| 28-May-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 27-May-08 |
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ITV Sales were very pleased to be working with the Norfolk Chamber again to promote another of their B2B events. Many of you saw the TV commercial on screen on ITV in the weeks prior to the exhibition and have fed back very positively to the Chamber and of course attended or booked a stand. |
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| 27-May-08 |
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The Chamber’s QES is used by the Chancellor and Governor of the Bank of England when making sensitive economic decisions. It is important that Norfolk Businesses’ feedback on the economy is fed into this process. |
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| 21-May-08 |
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Commenting on the MPC minutes published today, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 21-May-08 |
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In conjunction with The Business Library (in the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library at The Forum), the Chamber is pleased to bring you the headlines from the EDP Wednesday Business Supplement. |
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| 21-May-08 |
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Commenting on the announcement that only half the expected number of pupils will take diplomas this year, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 15-May-08 |
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Commenting ahead of the publication of the Imelda Walsh Review into flexible working David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 14-May-08 |
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Second issue of Shaping Norfolk's Future Newsletter |
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| 14-May-08 |
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The Identity and Passport Service are holding a series of consultation events around the country. |
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| 14-May-08 |
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Timings for the B2B08 Commercial on ITV Anglia |
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| 14-May-08 |
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Commenting on the announcement today by the Prime Minister on Business Rate Supplements David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 08-May-08 |
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Commenting ahead of the MPC’s interest rate decision on Thursday, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 08-May-08 |
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Commenting on the concerns of the National Association of Head Teachers over their ability to deliver the government's 14-19 diplomas, Nick Dines, spokesman for the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 08-May-08 |
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The European Commission adopted the fees and charges that will be applicable under the new REACH regulation on 16 April. The charges will be for the registration, evaluation and authorisation of all chemicals manufactured or imported in the EU and will range from €1600 to €31000. |
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| 02-May-08 |
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The Green Party has become the main opposition group on the local authority for the first time winning three seats on Norwich City Council |
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| 30-Apr-08 |
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Win £50,000 - British Chamber Awards 2008 have been launched and we are determined to have more entries from the Norfolk Chamber!
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| 24-Apr-08 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce has calculated that the teachers strike set for tomorrow could cost businesses up to £68 million in lost working hours. |
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| 23-Apr-08 |
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Commenting on the possibility that employers may be forced to pay for immigrant workers' language lessons, Sally Low, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 18-Apr-08 |
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In the last decade there have been reviews of the use of agency workers both at EU and national level. The British Government resisted draft EU legislative proposals on this subject in 2002. However the arrival of significant numbers of foreign national workers to the UK, publicity over the abuse by gang-masters of vulnerable workers and the taking over of the EU Presidency by the French in July 2008 has forced this issue back on the agenda. |
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| 18-Apr-08 |
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A Norwich 'congestion charge' would raise enough money from motorists to cover its own costs - but not to fund other major transport schemes, according to a report by Norfolk County Council. |
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| 17-Apr-08 |
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Commenting on the concerns of the teaching community over the ability to deliver the government's 14-19 diplomas, Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber of Commerce said |
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| 16-Apr-08 |
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Commenting on the new labour market figures published today by the ONS, David Kern, Economic Adviser to the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 16-Apr-08 |
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| News Headlines from The Business 16th April 2008
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| 14-Apr-08 |
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The Times has approached the Chamber to try find the views of businesses about the service offered by Royal Mail and to see if businesses are now using private suppliers. |
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| 11-Apr-08 |
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The Consultation deadline has been extended. |
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| 10-Apr-08 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce has recently had a meeting with Peter Horvath, Trade Commissioner at the Embassy in London who has offered to give assistance to any company wishing to trade with Hungary. |
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| 10-Apr-08 |
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| From 1st April 2008, the following changes have taken place to the maximum levels of the grant available to companies applying to the Export Marketing Research Scheme. |
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| 10-Apr-08 |
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As part of a company’s preparations for entering a new overseas market, there are numerous websites to visit where much relevant information and many market research reports can be found. |
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| 10-Apr-08 |
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The Quarter 1 2008 British Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey of 4,381 firms is gloomy. For both the manufacturing and services sector virtually all the critical balances have worsened and the British Chambers of Commerce believes that interest rate cuts will be needed in the next few months. |
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| 09-Apr-08 |
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A new report has today been released by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) which highlights the £12.6 billion annual cost of crimes against business. This figure has increased by 20 per cent since the BCC's last survey on business crime in 2004, and it now equates to over a sixth of the total cost of all crime in the UK.* |
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| 09-Apr-08 |
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On Monday 28th April, Norfolk Chamber of Commerce Project Manager, Gillian Hill will be accompanying three members of Aylsham Young Chamber to the BCC Conference in Liverpool . |
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| 09-Apr-08 |
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Businesses are invited to join May Day, the Prince of Wales's Business Summit on Climate Change. This is a national event, hosted by the Prince of Wales, with simultaneous regional events across the UK held as part of the business-led movement for action on the climate change agenda. |
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| 07-Apr-08 |
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Commenting on the House of Lords Economic Affairs committee report on the benefits of immigration, released today, Chris Hannant, Head of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
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| 07-Apr-08 |
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Commenting on the Government's proposals for taking forward the implementation of the Sub-National Review today, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: |
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| 02-Apr-08 |
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A report published this week by the British Chambers of Commerce highlights the shortcomings of the UK's Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) system. |
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| 02-Apr-08 |
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News Headlines from The Business 2nd April 2008 |
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| 31-Mar-08 |
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EEDA is pleased to announce the commencement of bidding round 2 for the East of England ERDF Competitiveness Programme. |
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| 31-Mar-08 |
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| The SNR consultation has been launched today with the publication of the 'Prosperous Places' consultation document. |
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| 26-Mar-08 |
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£2.5m funding competition boost for communities cutting carbon emissions in the East of England. Click here for more information. |
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| 26-Mar-08 |
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Last year Council services improved faster than the average for district councils according to the Audit Commission's latest Annual Audit and Inspection Letter on the Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk's performance. |
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| 26-Mar-08 |
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At Hornsey Depot on Wednesday 16 April at 1800,this evening is an opportunity for you to look behind the scenes and for us to update you on the developments taking place across First Capital Connect. It will also be a chance for you to ask any questions of Elaine Holt and the First Capital Connect team of Directors. |
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| 14-Mar-08 |
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....but care needed to ensure business can cope with extra administration.
Commenting on the Conservative's proposal for joint parental leave, announced today, Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber, said: |
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| 11-Mar-08 |
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| Some Norfolk businesses have reported being contacted by a company offering them access to lists of County Council contracts and procurement officers via a website. |
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| 11-Mar-08 |
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More than 5000 businesses and 75000 people around the world have signed up for Earth Hour 2008 – now the city is calling on you to do your bit. |
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| 11-Mar-08 |
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The German paper mill company Palm Paper who are investing £330 million into King’s Lynn by building a paper recycling plant have moved the project forward a stage by naming the main construction contractors and the paper making plant contractors. |
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| 11-Mar-08 |
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The Government is launching a campaign to highlight the free employment law advice available to small businesses. |
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| 26-Feb-08 |
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| The Greater Norwich area (that covered by Norwich, South norfolk and Broadland Councils) has been provisionally allocated up to £62m to deliver new affordable homes to the area in the 2008/11 period.
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