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Dorset Council consultation on funding priorities: Letter from Ian Girling to businesses in Dorset

Dorset Council is asking for views from organisations across Dorset on the challenges, opportunities, and outcomes that should be included…
BCP Council consultation on funding priorities: Letter from Ian Girling to businesses in BCP

I am writing to update you regarding BCP Council’s ‘UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF)’ and ‘Multiply’. The UKSPF is a…
Apprenticeship Awards 2022: And the winners are….

Dorset top apprentices were hailed for their determination, talents and commitment when they took centre stage in new awards. They…
Apprentice awards shortlist revealed

Organisers have announced the finalists for the new Dorset Apprenticeship Awards. Nominees on the 12-strong shortlist are in the running…
Actisense celebrate 25 years of innovation

Actisense, the global NMEA specialists, have celebrated their 25th anniversary. The electronics company, founded in 1997 by Phil Whitehurst, was…
UKRAINE APPEAL: “This is a moment in history when we have to pull together”

Dorset Chamber are delighted to announce an incredible £11,242 was raised for the Disasters Emergency Committee Ukraine Appeal. Lots of items…
Bids open for Ukraine auction

TV personality Martin Roberts and Dorset businessman Paul Tansey told of ‘heartbreaking’ scenes on the Ukraine border at the opening…
Dorset Chamber bids to help Ukraine

Dorset Chamber has launched a £10,000 charity auction in aid of efforts to help people fleeing the fighting in war-torn…
Dorset Chamber – Spring Statement comment

Dorset Chamber chief executive Ian Girling said: “The Chancellor’s Spring Statement won’t have gone far enough for some businesses in…
Dorset Chamber – Spring Statement preview comment

Dorset Chamber chief executive Ian Girling said: “Businesses are crying out for decisive action from the Chancellor. “Having faced some…
Dorset Chamber hosts leaders for second resilience event

A panel of high-profile business leaders will share advice on remaining resilient during the toughest of times at Dorset Chamber’s…
AFC Bournemouth announce Harbourview Construction partnership

AFC Bournemouth are delighted to announce that Harbourview Construction (HVC) has become official partners of the Community Sports Trust for…
Living with Covid plan – Dorset Chamber reaction comment

Dorset Chamber president Caron Khan said: “Many businesses in Dorset will give a cautious welcome to the new ‘living with…
Announcing launch of health and wellbeing workshops for 2022

Dorset Chamber is launching a new series of monthly health and wellbeing workshops to help employers nurture their workforces. The…
Entries open for new apprenticeship awards

New awards have been launched to celebrate excellence among apprentices and trainees in Dorset. Dorset Chamber has joined forces with…
Lifting of Plan B Covid restrictions – Dorset Chamber comment

Dorset Chamber chief executive Ian Girling said: “This is excellent news. “It is a very welcome and positive announcement which…
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