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Regular news and updates from the Chamber, our members, local Councils and other relevant business news will be posted regularly here. 

Don't forget, as a member one of your many benefits is being able to submit your press releases and news for inclusion here as well as on either the members or business news emails and social media. Please submit to lauren@worthingandadurchamber.co.uk 


  • 31 October 2016 1:01 PM | Deleted user

    Indigo Restaurant | The Way Of The Hypnotist

    The Way Of The Hypnotist - £21.00 

    Thursday November 3rd @ 6:45 pm followed by Dinner

    How does Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy work?

    Hypnotherapist Alex Vrettos will give an overview on how hypnotherapy is used to help resolve unwanted thoughts, feelings or behavour and share with you many of his remarkable case studies – this we can assure you will not be a typical “circus act” but an intelligent look at this ancient form of the therapy and it’s proven success. You can read more about Alex Vrettos here

    Click here to read more...



  • 31 October 2016 10:52 AM | Deleted user
    Your business meeting, your way 

    Prime Venue, Prime Location

    Located on the main A27 and with free parking and step free access to all rooms, our venue is great for any corporate events.

    Clean bright and modern with a choice of flexible rooms we can cater for small and large events.

    We have our own onsite catering and we have an offsite AV partner.


    FAQ's

    Q: Are there disabled facilities?

    A: Yes, we have step free access to all suites and we have disabled toilets.

    Q: We need breakout rooms, can you do this?

    A: If we have the rooms available for the numbers you require then yes. We have a range of rooms available.

    Q: Can you cater for special dietary requirements?

    A: Yes we can as long as we are advised of these in advance.

    Q: We have our own production company for our AV, will this be a problem?

    A: No it is not. We have small theatre companies here for seminars and AV companies here for award ceremonies and conferences.


    Equipment

    · Free Wi-Fi

    · Free PA (selected suites)

    · Flip charts, screens and projectors available to hire

    Are you looking for a venue for a:

    · Conference

    · Seminar

    · Training day

    · Award ceremony

    · Staff party

    · Corporate party

    · Team away day


    Room layouts

    · Cabaret style

    · Theatre style

    · Boardroom style

    · Banqueting style


    Refreshment Options:

    · Buffet lunch

    · Working lunch

    · Hot fork buffet

    · Cold fork buffet

    · 2,3 or 4 course meal

    · Delegate breakfast

    · Bar on request

    Don't forget we can also cater for functions, parties, wedding receptions, gala dinners and many more events. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

  • 26 October 2016 9:38 AM | Deleted user

    Airport Expansion Decision - Coast to Capital

    Jonathan Sharrock, Chief Executive of Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership

    “We are disappointed that the Government favours a new runway at Heathrow instead of at Gatwick.  We believe that a second runway at Gatwick represents the better option, and would be cheaper and easier to build.

    Gatwick Airport and the businesses in the surrounding area are a major driver of growth in our regional economy.  The Gatwick economy makes up nearly half of our regional economy and is worth around £23bn.  We will continue to work very closely with Gatwick to ensure that the airport continues to benefit the region.”

  • 25 October 2016 3:25 PM | Deleted user

    Gatwick Airport responds to Government decision on airport capacity

    Gatwick notes the Government's announcement that it favours expansion at Heathrow.

    Gatwick Chief Executive Stewart Wingate, said:

    “We are disappointed as we do not believe this is the right answer for Britain. Gatwick has put forward a credible financeable and deliverable plan for expansion.

    “It is a plan that can guarantee growth and guarantee certainty for Britain. We look forward to studying the full reasons behind the Government decision in detail. 

    “The challenges facing Heathrow have not changed.  Our message today is that Gatwick stands ready to proceed when the time comes.”

     


  • 18 October 2016 11:11 AM | Deleted user

    Learn Xero in 7 Days 

    Take a 7 day email course and learn the ins and outs of Xero!

    Every day Bespoke Accounting  will send you an email with important information that will help you understand the way Xero works and how to use it more effectively for your business. At the end of the course feel free to ask any questions or take your training further! learn the ins and outs of Xero!

    Course written by Heather Smith, the author of 'Xero for Dummies'

    Click here to sign up to take the 7 day email course 

  • 18 October 2016 11:08 AM | Deleted user

    Are you planning on starting a new business?

    Starting a new business is a huge and challenging step but there is a great deal of support available for new entrepreneurs, both in the early stages of setting up a business and for helping with growth.

    The Start and Grow programme, which is supported by the Regional Growth Fund, is just one programme of many that are available to pre-start businesses, and research has shown that those businesses who receive early support and advice are more likely to be successful in sustaining their business in the longer term.

    Start and Grow offers a 3 year programme of support and advice, from helping the business owner to start trading, through to advice on marketing, funding or taking on staff. Once on the Start and Grow programme and trading Enterprise First clients will also receive membership to Enterprise Nation, which is a great start up resource, and to JournoLink which could significantly support promotional efforts.

    To be eligible for Start and Grow, the business owner must be looking to grow and invest in their business along with potentially creating further employment for others. We have had many successful applicants from the Worthing and Brighton areas, and this programme is free and open to all potential business owners who meet the criteria.

    Enterprise First is currently delivering the new Start & Grow programme throughout the South and as a local representative I can help you with your application.

    Andy Pringle, Business Development Manager of Enterprise First says: “People have different reasons for wanting to work for themselves, it may be a lifestyle choice or an increasingly uncertain job market or redundancy which means exploring other options.“

    “To succeed in the small business arena, persistence and determination are key. The ability to plan is an advantage and also a willingness to be adaptable to change as the business develops. Don’t let fear hold you back, many people give up to easily. Starting a business is hard work but incredibly rewarding.”

    These small businesses are of significant importance to the UK economy - as they provide vital employment opportunities. It is fundamental that these small business owners know from the outset how they can receive the support that they need to thrive.

    So, if you are interested in starting out and in finding out more about Start and Grow, please get in touch with me, or for more information see http://www.enterprisefirst.co.uk/services/start-grow/

  • 17 October 2016 10:47 AM | Deleted user

    City College Brighton and Northbrook College to merge and create a new Metropolitan College

    City College and Northbrook College are proposing to merge. The merger will be one of equals, where two strong Colleges come together under the leadership of a single Board and Executive team.

    The proposals have been developed over many months and the time has now come to seek the views and opinions of everyone in the City Region through a public consultation that starts today and concludes on 17 November.

    The new organisation will build on the proud history and heritage of both Colleges - stretching back over 120 years - but will create a modern and forward looking institution that embraces the opportunities and challenges facing students in the 21st century.

    The consultation proposes a new name, The Metropolitan College, to reflect the combination of people, ideas, culture and place that the new organisation will serve.

    The College will continue to operate from its five primary sites across Brighton, Shoreham and Worthing and will use the opportunity created by increased scale and efficiency to invest in its curriculum. A particular focus will be apprenticeships and higher-level professional and technical skills.

    The planned date for the legal aspects of the merger to conclude is 31 March 2017.

    In a joint Statement Nick Juba, CEO of City College and Sue Dare, Principal of Northbrook said

    “This is all about establishing a College that can deliver for our students. A College that celebrates and promotes professional and vocational routes into work and higher education. We want our students to go on and do amazing things, to live fulfilling lives and follow rewarding careers. The Metropolitan College will offer clear routes right up the educational ladder providing opportunities for every young person or adults across the City Region to gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.

    In a joint Statement Ian Lowrie and Julie Nerney, Chairs of Governors at the two colleges, said

    “The Metropolitan College will be the engine room of the local economy training the next generation of carpenters, coders, beauticians and digital artists. We want to play our part in ensuring that businesses across the City Region have access to the pipeline of talent they need to develop, grow and create wealth for all of our residents.

    We’re excited by the opportunity to strengthen the relationship between the two Colleges and to work in collaboration with businesses, local authorities, politicians, educational providers and all of our local communities for the good of our students, apprentices and undergraduates.

    Now we need to hear your views so that we can ensure our proposals can be shaped by the needs of everyone in the City Region”.

    ______________________________________________________________________

    Invitation to stakeholders to take part in the public consultation

    The Boards of Governors of Northbrook College and City College Brighton and Hove have issued a joint consultation on proposals to merge the two colleges into a single institution.

    The rationale for the merger proposal is contained within the attached consultation document.

    We are also consulting on a new name for the merged college: The Metropolitan College.

    You are invited to give us your views and comments on both the proposal to merge and the proposed name, using the online feedback form.

    https://r1.dotmailer-surveys.com/132o5de3-d821j467

    The consultation will run from 17 October to 17 November.  We are very much looking forward to receiving your feedback.

    If you have any queries, or would prefer a paper copy of the consultation document, please email : consultation@nbcol.ac.uk

    Click here to download the Consultation document. 

  • 12 October 2016 9:49 AM | Deleted user

    BilliLinks Lunch Club - Thursday 20th October

    BilliBiz Links Lunch Club will be meeting again on Thursday 20th October 

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    Lucy Pitts, multi award winning Sussex copywriter and speaker from Stood Copy is our guest speaker this month.

    With a wealth of knowledge and experience at her disposal, Lucy will be offering 5 ½


     ways to inspire your readers.

    How to book the event

    Book by Monday 17th October

    When - Thursday 20th October – 12.30- 2.00pm

    Where - Random Hall Hotel, Stane Street, Slinfold, West Sussex, RH13 0QX

    Bookings: Email secretary@billingshurstchamber.co.uk

    Members: £10 Non-members and guests: £12

  • 12 October 2016 9:47 AM | Deleted user

    Going Local; working together and transforming health delivery in Adur and Worthing

    Adur & Worthing Councils, the Coastal Clinical Commissioning Group and West Sussex County Council have launched a new health delivery programme to explore ways of improving community based health solutions.

    In a new approach, Going Local aims to break down the current boundaries between primary care and communities and to encourage more focus on the needs and capabilities of individuals.  GPs will refer patients, needing non medical support and advice, to a Community Referrer who will explore with the individual their underlying issues and if appropriate, will refer them to a range of services and support in the community.  

    It is understood that there are practical health care solutions; in combating loneliness, debt anxiety and stress about finance for example, to be found in the heart of communities, rather than through  prescriptive medicine, with many GPs often stretched, without the time to fully explore the many complex underlying social needs of their patient.

    Going Local will launch with six GP Practices in Northbrook (Worthing) and Eastbrook (Adur) this month, along with three Community Referrers, recently employed by Adur and Worthing Councils.   All will work closely with services in the voluntary and community sectors in their areas to help residents source the right help and support to meet their own individual needs.

    Councillor Val Turner, Worthing Borough Council Executive Member for Wellbeing adds “I fully support this collaborative, forward thinking and innovative approach to health care in our community.  Worthing is lucky to have a wide network of voluntary groups who are best placed to work alongside residents and medical practitioners alike and in implementing social prescribing, as has been proven to be very successful elsewhere.”

    Councillor David Simmons, Adur District Council Member for Health and Wellbeing said “At a time when all resources are stretched, this innovative way of helping people to deal with a range of personal problems is to be welcomed. This not only provides a proven way of increasing benefit to individuals, but also frees up resources to be invested elsewhere in the health service.”

    Dr Rani Dhillon (GP Lime Tree Surgery, Worthing) adds “This new way of working with our community partners is an exciting prospect for our patients and staff.  Having the ability to offer patients help and guidance extending beyond our traditional medical role will help enhance the quality of our patients' lives, as well as increase job satisfaction for GPs. This approach , often called ‘social prescribing’ is crucial to all of us together supporting individuals achieve their maximum potential in the community.  I very much welcome it's introduction."  

  • 12 October 2016 9:35 AM | Deleted user

    Grinches look away now - only 7 days left until Christmas…

    ...Market days that is!  The popular Shoreham Farmers’ and Artisans’ Markets, together with the rapidly growing Lancing Village Market, only have three more events each before Christmas Day arrives!

    Councillor Brian  Boggis, Executive Member for Regeneration at Adur District Council, said:

    “Our growing markets showcase the incredible range of high quality food, drink and produce that we have on our doorsteps, as well as the beautiful work from local artisans which make perfect Christmas presents.

    “I’m really proud of living in a District where markets can thrive, where small businesses can sell direct to their customers and where residents can easily purchase local produce.

    “With such a range on offer, why not make this Christmas a truly ‘Local Christmas’ and purchase all of your food and drink from the markets?”

    Councillor Emma Evans, Adur District Council’s Executive Member for the Environment, is equally enthusiastic.

    “Our markets prove that food doesn’t have to travel huge distances from point of production to point of sale.  The price and quality of what’s on offer locally easily matches that of products flown in for supermarkets from around the world.

    “It’s really important that we’re able to continue to support our markets - they’re good for our health, for our local businesses and for the environment.”

    Lancing Village Market will be returning this Saturday, with live entertainment on offer too. The market stalls will open from 9am until 1pm in Littlecroft car park, Queensway.

    Dates for the regular Adur markets are as follows:

    ·         Shoreham Farmers’ Market - Saturday 12th November and 10th December

    ·         Shoreham Artisans’ Market - Saturday 22nd October and 26th November

    ·         Lancing Village Market - Saturday 15th October, 19th November and 17th December

    In addition to the planned market days, there are some special festive events planned from the end of November until the Christmas weekend:

    ·         Shoreham Artisans Christmas Market - 25th to 27th November

    ·         Southwick Christmas Festival - 3rd December

    ·         Lancing Christmas Festival - 17th December


    Keep an eye on the Councils’ website (
    www.adur-worthing.gov.uk/markets) for more details as the exciting plans come together over the next few weeks.


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