Here are some of the top business stories making the national headlines. UK manufacturers ‘will pay £940m a year more in business rates due to Reeves changes’ Government should look at ways
Chris Plant, Deputy CEO of Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce, reveals some exciting developments that have been made in recent meetings between delegates from Stoke-on-Trent and Erlangen – the German city that was twinned with the Potteries back in 1989. “It’s been 35 years since Stoke-on-Trent was twinned with the German
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During National Apprenticeship Week, GivEnergy Finance Apprentice, Amy Price, shares her experiences at one of the leading smart energy storage solution providers in the country. “After finishing my GCSEs, I studied a beauty course at college and worked in a salon. However, I found myself enjoying managing my accounts more
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A pioneering CEO is set to visit Staffordshire to deliver a ‘skills solutions’ masterclass that will help local businesses and training providers to attract exceptional employees.
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has launched a brand-new suite of training courses aimed at unlocking the full potential of businesses across the county. Recognising that a skilled and motivated workforce is paramount for business success, the Chambers has gathered the region’s top trainers to create a comprehensive and convenient one-stop-shop
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has launched an innovative new platform, ‘Look At Me Now,’ dedicated to showcasing and celebrating apprenticeship success stories across the county. In collaboration with the Stoke-on-Trent & Staffordshire Careers Hub and the Local Skills Improvement Plan, this initiative aims to inspire young people, parents, and teachers
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Exciting times at Commerce House this week as we officially opened applications for our 2024 Staffordshire Chambers Business Awards. It’s the staple event in our Chamber calendar, returning with two brand new categories – the Responsible Business of the Year and the Learning and Development Award, reflecting our commitment to
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Rapidly-expanding Stoke accountants, Sempar Accountancy & Tax, has appointed Jake Llewellyn as their new Client Relationship Director. Jake will join the firm’s board of directors following a ‘meteoric’ period of growth that has seen an influx of new clients. Jake said: “Joining Sempar was an easy decision and I feel
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Micro businesses and SMEs in Staffordshire can access funding of up to £2 million in round 13 of the Innovate UK Innovation Fund.
The funding, which totals £25 million, forms part of the government's plan to drive the future economy through innovation. Loans can be valued between £100,000 and £2 million.
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Applications are now open for the 2024 Staffordshire Chambers Business Awards. The hugely-popular annual celebration marks the achievements and successes of businesses around the county, and recognises their hard work and innovation during the last 12 months and beyond. A total of 15 category awards are available to enter, including
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It’s been a busy start to the New Year at Commerce House. The Chamber team has hit the ground running, working across a myriad of exciting initiatives and projects as we set the stage for another year of growth for the Staffordshire business community. This week also saw the official
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