Chamber News
Entries for the Doncaster Business Awards Now Open
Chamber News Nominations for this year’s Doncaster Business Awards will open later tonight at a glitzy launch party. Here, aspiring entrants will be able to learn more about the newly-refreshed category list, the submission process and the upcoming silver anniversary of the main event itself. Going strong for 25 years now, Doncaster Chamber’s Business Awards…
Doncaster Chamber Recognised For Strong Commitment to Armed Forces Community, Achieving Prestigious ERS Silver Status
Chamber News Doncaster Chamber has been recognised for its strong commitment to the armed forces community, after achieving Silver Status in a national Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). For context, the Ministry of Defence launched this ERS back in 2014, with the goal of inspiring UK employers to better support their staff who are, or have…
Local Businesses Share Their Perspectives on the Economy With the Bank of England, at Doncaster Chamber Event
Chamber News An assortment of Doncaster businesses were invited to a roundtable discussion earlier this week, where they had a chance to speak face-to-face with senior delegates from the Bank of England. Organised by the local Chamber of Commerce, this was a valuable opportunity for attendees to share their perspectives on the various financial pressures…
Doncaster Business Conference Sparks Candid and Optimistic Debate About the Future of Our City
Chamber News Business leaders, prominent entrepreneurs, major investors, politicians and other influential figures all gathered together this week, for a forward-thinking discussion about their aspirations for Doncaster and how they can ultimately be fulfilled. Organised by the local Chamber of Commerce, the Doncaster, What’s Next? Business Conference took place at the Legacy Centre on Tuesday…
Chief Exec of Doncaster Chamber To Discuss the Future of Skills in South Yorkshire at This Week’s Northern Research Group Conference
Chamber News The Chief Executive of Doncaster Chamber is set to join a panel discussion on the topic of skills this week, at a major event that will see Government Ministers, Members of Parliament and influential business leaders all gathering for an in-depth conversation about the future of the North. For the second year…
Full Line-Up Announced for Doncaster Business Conference 2023
Chamber News The aspirations for Doncaster and its economic prospects over the coming years are set to be discussed at a major event next week, organised by the local Chamber of Commerce. Taking place on the 6th of June, the annual Doncaster, What’s Next? Business Conference has once again assembled an impressive line-up of expert…
Doncaster Chamber Launches New Quarterly Magazine
Chamber News After months of quietly working away behind the scenes, we are thrilled to finally debut the first-ever issue of our new magazine! Released on a quarterly basis, Network offers an incisive look at the Doncaster business community and the timely debates that we know are relevant to our members. From probing features and…
Help To Grow: Management Scheme Launched To Support Doncaster Businesses
Chamber News Sheffield Hallam University has launched Help to Grow: Management in Doncaster to support local businesses. Help to Grow: Management is designed for local business owners and senior leaders operating in small and medium sized businesses, and who are keen to grow their organisation. This 12-week management course is accredited by the Small Business…
Nick Fletcher MP Meets With Doncaster Businesses To Discuss the City’s Economic Challenges and Its Future
Chamber News A group of Doncaster businesses were invited to an important event last week, where they had an opportunity to speak face-to-face with one of their political representatives. Organised by the local Chamber of Commerce, this open forum was part of an ongoing series of roundtable discussions themed around the future of Doncaster’s economy.…
South Yorkshire Chambers Welcome Extension to Bus Fare Cap, After Lobbying Government
Chamber News Having previously lobbied the government for an extension, the three Chambers of Commerce for South Yorkshire welcome today’s news that the £2 cap on bus fares will be upheld until October. For context, since January single bus journeys in England have been subject to a maximum cap. Funded by the Department for Transport,…
Doncaster Chamber Welcomes Government Securing Trade Agreements with Australia and New Zealand, Encourages Local Businesses to Export
Chamber News Doncaster Chamber welcomes the news that the UK will be entering into a pair of bilateral trade agreements later this month – with both New Zealand and Australia – and is touting the associated benefits for local businesses. The government recently announced that the deals will come into effect simultaneously, at midnight on…
Doncaster Businesses Discover How They Can Provide Internships to People With Special Educational Needs at Trailblazing Event
Chamber News Doncaster businesses recently came together for a trailblazing event – jointly delivered by the local Chamber of Commerce and the Council – to explore how they can be supported in providing internships to people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) Attended by the likes of St Leger Homes, Active Fusion, VolkerRail and Polypipe Building…