Norfolk Chamber are supporting local schools across Norfolk to deliver a careers event to inspire, motivate and educate students on career opportunities.
This will be an exhibition stand based careers event with over 250 students visiting stands. Exhibition Stands will be free of charge and refreshments will be provided.
If you would like to take part, please contact us or click here and complete an online booking form.
Norfolk Chamber of Commerce is currently drafting a ‘Business Plan for Norfolk’. The Plan will highlight what the Norfolk business community feel they need to ensure their businesses thrive and the Norfolk economy grows.
The plan will incorporate the key goals and aspirations taken from the New Anglia LEP and the Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough LEP’s Strategic Economic Plans; the British Chambers of Commerce Manifesto for Britain; and input from the local authorities. The aim of the plan is to highlight the key opportunities and challenges facing Norfolk businesses.
As one size does not fit all, therefore Norfolk Chamber is surveying the key growth areas of Norfolk to ensure we encompass the different business opportunities and specific needs for each area.
Aims to provide delegates with the required level of training, skills and knowledge in First Aid, and comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
Suitable For
Successful delegates will be awarded a certificate of competence accredited by Qualsafe Awards who are recognised by Ofqual. It is valid for three years.
Course Venue
Open courses are held regularly at our training venues in Norwich, Norfolk and Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. Alternatively, courses can be arranged at your own site anywhere in the UK (subject to suitability).
Syllabus
· Introduction to first aid
· Incident management and safety
· The unconscious patient
· Major illness: diabetes, heart attack, stroke
· Fractures and dislocations
· Head Injuries
· Eye Injuries
· Simple record keeping & first aid equipment
· The legal framework for first and in the workplace
· Basic life support
· Use of AED
· Control of bleeding and shock
· Major Illness: epilepsy, allergic reactions
· Burns and scolds
· Poisons and harmful substances
· Basic casualty handling
· Knowledge and skills assessments
“Good course with refreshing content. Great value for money.”
“The use of video clips really helped. The course was a good pace and the content was made interesting. It’s the most enjoyable First Aid course I have attended in 20 years.”
The A11 will be closed overnight tonight (Monday 27 October) and on Tuesday and Wednesday nights from 9pm to 6am as part of the current dualling scheme. The diversion route will be via the A1065 and the B1107.
There is also a Southbound closure of A1101 from 9pm to 6am tonight (27th) and Tuesday night (28th) between Pine Tree Avenue, Mildenhall and Fiveways. Access from Fiveways to Mildenhall will still be possible. The southbound diversion will be via Thetford Road and the A1065.
Profit warnings by UK-listed firms have risen to their highest summer level in six years, according to a new report. The report, by the consultancy firm EY (Ernst & Young), advised that quoted firms issued 69 profit warnings in the third quarter of 2014, up from 56 in the same period in 2013. It is the highest level for the three-month period to 30 September since 2008.
Supermarket giant Tesco and retailer Next were among the companies to issue profit warnings during the period. Profit warnings are issued by companies quoted on a Stock Market to alert investors that profits will be lower than in the previous year.
The survey said that despite a rise in economic output, firms were facing crowded and competitive markets. It also said bargain-hunting customers, rapid structural change and, until recently, a strong Pound (£) had hampered progress. The construction materials industry also issued a high number of warnings because older contracts have come under intense margin pressure due to rising costs.
Caroline Williams, CEO of Norfolk Chamber of Commerce said: The most recent British Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey (released 9 October 2014), which includes Norfolk Chamber members, did show a dip in confidence, but overall the Norfolk economy remains strong.
Norfolk businesses are quietly confident and the Chamber continues to see real growth in export documentation numbers, as well as more businesses attending our networking events, both of which are signs of businesses looking for new opportunities to grow.”
Norfolk Chamber has created a new forum where senior business leaders have an opportunity to meet other key influencers to discuss and share experiences and opinions on a quarterly basis.
‘The 1896 Club’ named after the date of incorporation of Norfolk Chamber of Commerce, is an exclusive gathering for Norfolk business leaders with over 50 employees.
The event will be hosted by our President Jonathan Cage, Managing Director, Create Consulting. There will be plenty of time to network with peers over breakfast and a lively debate on the challenges that large businesses face in Norfolk.
Our guestspeaker Rebecca Harris, Communications Manager, Wyndham Vacation Rentals UK will talk about diversification in the workplace and how this has benefitted their extensive portfolio of brands including Hoseasons and other holiday companies. Her presentation ‘Recognising your employees for who they are’ is an insight into the importance of developing a workplace culture that is truly accepting of its employees and how this is a benefit to an organisation.
About Rebecca
Rebecca has a degree in Retail Marketing and has worked in marketing and PR within the retail and tourism industry since 2001, working for the last 10 years for Hoseasons and more recently in the role of Communications Manager for Wyndham Vacation Rentals UK, managing the Business to Business PR and Business to Employee Communications for Hoseasons, Cottages.com and James Villas. Her passion for communication has translated into planning and delivering award-winning initiatives aimed at engaging stakeholders across a range of audiences.
Invitation ONLY
This event is invite only to managing director or CEO level above membership rate with 50+ employees. To check if your business qualifies or if you would like to upgrade your membership please contact Jason Williams, Business Manager on 01603 729704 or email jason.williams@norfolkchamber.co.uk
Support for Norfolk rail improvements is in the news today. The chair of the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership, Mark Pendlington, has been asked to give evidence to the House of Commons Transport Committee today. The Norfolk Chamber, together with partners, will continue to lobby until we get the improvements to the rail services that our business community needs.
In the North of England, plans for high-speed ‘HS3’ rail link moved a step closer after a report by the boss of the HS2 scheme, Sir David Higgins was published. Sir David said: “Better rail links in Northern England were ‘desirable’ and ‘possible’ after being asked to look at ways to maximise the benefits of HS2. Journey times from Manchester to Leeds could be cut from 48 to 26 minutes. The government says it will now produce a strategy looking at options, costs and a delivery timetable for HS3 and an interim report will be produced in March. The east-west improvements will be in addition to the north-of-Birmingham phase two of HS2 which will see a Y-shaped route going from Birmingham to Manchester and Leeds.
Caroline Williams, CEO of Norfolk Chamber of Commerce said: “The Greater Eastern Rail Campaign continues to lobby for a faster more reliable train service from Norwich to London, with improved carriages and significant investment to upgrade the track. Norfolk lacks the infrastructure benefits such as the motorways that the North of England rely upon. Therefore our rail improvements are as important to the Norfolk business community as HS3 will be to Manchester and Leeds.”
Twenty Four European banks have failed ‘stress tests’ of their finances, the European Banking Authority (EBA) has announced. The banks now have nine months to shore up their finances or risk being shut down. The review was based on the banks financial health as at the end of 2013. Ten of those banks have already taken measures to bolster their balance sheets. All the remaining fourteen banks are in the Eurozone.
The good news is that none of UK banks involved in the financial health-check failed the test. The four UK banks that were subject to the EBA test were: Royal Bank of Scotland, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, and Barclays.
Caroline Williams, CEO of Norfolk Chamber of Commerce said: “As the UK banks passed their ‘stress tests’, this should mean that these banks have stronger balance sheets. Which in turn will enable them to support Norfolk’s growing businesses, especially sectors to which they have historically been more reluctant to lend to – such as construction, life sciences and new technology companies.
The British Chambers of Commerce Business and Education Summit is an inspirational and interactive forum to explore these issues and provides the opportunity for delegates to make new connections and engage with latest best practice through expert speakers, panel debates and informative breakout sessions.
The 2017 summit will focus on three key themes: Enterprise and education – how can schools create the business leaders of tomorrow? Solving the puzzle: maximising productivity through skills How can universities and business work together to drive economic growth?
Hear from Labour party leader Rt Hon Jeremy Corbyn MP as well other influential names in the worlds of business and education including, among others, Neil Carmichael (Former chair, Education Select Committee), Rt Hon Sir Vince Cable MP (Former Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills) and Judith Doyle (Principal/CEO, Gateshead College, 2016 TES FE leader of the year).
Network with businesses and educators across the country, as well as taking part in interactive breakout sessions run by ‘F1 in Schools’ and ‘KMF’.
Tickets are selling fast so book now to attend and take advantage of this exciting opportunity to hear the Leader of the Opposition, Rt Hon Jeremy Corbyn MP, speak on skills and education.
Location: Carrowbreck House, 7 Carrowbreck Road, Norwich, NR6 5FA Do you find yourself with even more questions about social media, have you forgotten some of what was covered in the workshop or do you just need a bit of support whilst you try out something new? Being surrounded by a supportive group is sometimes much better than struggling by yourself. Duration: Half-day course (1.30pm – 4.30pm) Equipment: No equipment is necessary for you to bring to the course. Pens and note paper will be available. Lunch provided: Light Refreshments will be available throughout the duration of this course. Course Content: Our Social Media tutor will facilitate the group, come along if you: Have questions Want to share a success story Have any challenges Need some tips and advice Looking for new tools to try Want the latest updates on social media Want better results Format: Interactive group session Course price: From £37.00 – £48.00 For more details or any enquiries, please do contact us on 01603 788950, or email carrowbreck@broadland.gov.uk
On Wednesday 15 October 2014 both floors of Norwich CityFootball Club were packedwith the region’s very bestbusinesses showcasing theirproducts and services to theNorfolk business community.
The B2B Exhibition 2014 had over 90 exhibitorsdivided into six different business zones, wowingthe 600+ delegates that attended with theirquality and range of services.
The exhibition was opened by Wendy Thomson,Managing Director of Norfolk County Councilwho also judged the best stand award.
Wendy remarked on the variety of exhibitorsat the event and after much deliberation sheannounced the winners Tipsy & Tumbler.
In addition to the exhibition, delegates alsohad the opportunity to attend 20 minute expertbitesize sessions providing expert advice and toptips across three varied subject areas.
Overall there was a real buzz around theexhibition, there was plenty to see and do, frommeeting Hazel a Marsh Harrier Hawk at the NBCBird and Pest Solution stand to having a healthcheck provided by Wrightway Health.
Don’t forget to put a date in your diary fornext year’s B2B Exhibition on Thursday 15October 2015.
We are delighted to be runners up for Tastiest Breakfast at the 2019 Eviivo Awards!
We were announced as runners up at the glittering black tie awards event at London’s Grand Connaught Rooms on Tuesday 15th October. The results were decided following a live cook-off, where our Head Chef Kieran Barrett cooked our famous full English breakfast for judges including celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager. The judges commented on the quality of our ingredients and how well everything was cooked. https://awards.eviivo.com/awards/tastiest-breakfast/