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Somerset Business Mentoring Programme

Somerset Business Mentoring Programme

The Somerset Business Mentoring Programme launched in March 2023 and to date has over 40 mentors who have been matched with over 50 mentees...they are now in a position to recruit more mentees so if you feel this could be useful to you, read on... ‘If I had any doubts...

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BCC Latest findings on flexible working

BCC Latest findings on flexible working

According to new research from the British Chambers of Commerce’s (BCC) Insight Unit, the vast majority (76%) of businesses surveyed say they offer flexible working to their employees. The research has been released by the BCC ahead of the Lords’ third reading of the...

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BCC Quarterly Economic Survey: signs inflation pressure easing

BCC Quarterly Economic Survey: signs inflation pressure easing

The British Chambers of Commerce’s (BCC) Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) for Q2 2023 shows that less than half of firms plan to raise prices in the next three months as cost pressures ease. The data also reveals that the main factor for increasing costs is now coming...

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New Funding Opportunity for Somerset Businesses

New Funding Opportunity for Somerset Businesses

Could your business benefit from the Rural England Prosperity Fund? Businesses and organisations in Somerset are being encouraged to find out if they are eligible for capital funding grants aimed at supporting businesses and community infrastructure in rural areas....

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Breakfast with Somerset Chamber

Breakfast with Somerset Chamber

What a fantastic morning we had at our joint business breakfast event with Somerset Chamber. Thank you to everyone for coming along, it was really positive and so wonderful to see so many local businesses connecting. Special thanks to Lucy at Solstice Legal Services...

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Applications open for Small Business Saturday

Applications open for Small Business Saturday

Don't miss out on a fantastic opportunity to shout about your small business! Small Business Saturday is once again highlighting 100 incredible small businesses, one a day for 100 days leading up to #SmallBizSatUK on 2nd December! For more information and to apply...

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Bank Closures in Frome

Bank Closures in Frome

The past couple of months has bought news of banks closing in Frome, causing great concern for many people in the community. At the chamber we too feel your frustration. For the general public and for the businesses locally who require that regular face to face...

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Member Spotlight – Fairfield Electrical

Member Spotlight – Fairfield Electrical

If you receive our newsletter you may have noticed our ‘Member Spotlight’ feature, a new feature this year. This is to shine a light on the great work local businesses are doing in Frome, enable our valued members to shout about their business and who knows you might...

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Somerset Business Mentoring Scheme

Somerset Business Mentoring Scheme

Could you benefit from fresh, experienced insight and a sounding board as you run and grow your business? Read about Somerset Councils new free mentoring scheme… What’s the scheme all about? Somerset Council has launched this new ambitious mentoring programme to match...

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Member Spotlight – Solstice Legal Services

Member Spotlight – Solstice Legal Services

If you receive our newsletter you may have noticed our new 'Member Spotlight' feature. This is to shine a light on the great work local businesses are doing in Frome, enable our valued members to shout about their business and who knows you might just be in need of...

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