Join us for incredible oompah bands, live music, two pint steins, huge bench seating and all the fun and frolics of Oktoberfest!
Top up your stein and prepare to be entertained – Bavarian style – at Norwich’s biggest and best indoor Oktoberfest!
Expect foot stomping, table bashing and hearty singing galore. Grab some traditional German Bratwurst (meat and vegan) as you raise your steins at Norwich Oktoberfest!
What’s included in your ticket?
VIP Entry to reserved Seating Area exclusive for Co.next on traditional Oktoberfest bench seating -all arranged so you can join in the atmosphere and make new friends. This year included in your ticket is your first two pint stein.
First Stein included in your ticket this year!
5.30pm arrival and event closes at 11pm.
Head to the bar for your bier, take a pew and soak up the Oktoberfest atmosphere.
Tickets are limited, first come first served basis.
Since July 2014, the EU and 16 other members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have been negotiating on an agreement to remove barriers to trade in green goods that are crucial for environmental protection and climate change mitigation.
These would include products such as carbon dioxide scrubbers, recycling machinery, heat pumps, thermostats and wind turbines.
The negotiators are building on a list of 54 products on which the member countries of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) have agreed to reduce their tariffs to 5% or less.
Speaking ahead of the meeting, the Commissioner said: “Making trade in environmentally friendly technologies cheaper is a key step on the way towards reaching the targets set in the Paris agreement on climate.”
However, a joint statement with the US Trade Representative, released after the Geneva meeting indicated that agreement has still not been reached.
While recognising that many participants engaged constructively, and brought new contributions to the table, the statement concludes that “participants will now return to capitals to consider next steps”.
Commissioner Malmström and Ambassador Froman said: “We believe a high standard EGA would enhance global access to clean technologies; advance environmental protection; and benefit workers, businesses, and consumers.”
The BCC and TUC have put together a joint letter to the Prime Minister urging her to end uncertainty around the status of existing EU nationals, and give current EU employees a right to remain after Brexit.
Join the Norfolk Chamber for an afternoon of accessing specialist knowledge essential for any HR Professional or business owner.
5 April 2015 will see a radical change to the way prospective parents can elect to take time off work following the birth of their baby, or the placement of an adoptive child. Employers will need to review their existing policies and procedures now to ensure they are fully prepared.
In this HR Forum we will examine in detail the new entitlement for parents to take shared parental leave, and consider some of the practical difficulties that may arise. We will also review existing entitlements to maternity and paternity leave and consider how the new arrangements for shared leave will fit with those existing rights.
Lorna Townsend, Principal Solicitor in the employment team, Steeles Law. Lorna is very experienced in dealing with complex and lengthy employment disputes, often involving elements of discrimination. Highly regarded for her pragmatic advice, clients also value Lorna’s supportive approach when dealing with complicated and often sensitive workplace issues. Lorna is also noted for her tenacity in dealing with difficult and long-running matters, and for her determination to ensure that the best possible outcome is achieved. Lorna is a popular speaker at the firm’s regular employment update seminars and also delivers in-house training to clients.
Sponsored and delivered by Steeles Law:
Member Rate: £25 + VAT
Non-Member Rate: £50 + VAT Venue: Dunston Hall, Ipswich Rd, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 8PQ A delegate list and agenda will be emailed to you 2 days prior to this event, please ensure you register early to feature on the published delegate list.
Bookings for this event have now closed. For availablitly, please email details to events@norfolkchamber.co.uk
It seems a long time since George Osborne spoke of “a Britain carried aloft by the march of the makers” (it was in fact his 2011 Budget) and the latest official report suggests that the sector is still lagging behind rather than carrying the economy forward.
Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that manufacturing fell by 0.9% and production fell by 1.3% between September and October this year.
This was described by Lee Hopley, Chief Economist at EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, as a fairly hefty contraction and she said that it was certainly not the start to the fourth quarter that the industry expected to see.
“Output falls appear fairly widespread across subsectors,” she explained, “but falls in pharmaceuticals, textiles and food were responsible for much of the drop over the month.”
TUC General Secretary Frances O’Grady was also disappointed by the latest figures which were, she suggested, a reminder of the challenges ahead next year, especially in the light of Brexit.
“When the manufacturing sector grows, it creates good jobs across the whole of the UK. So support for the sector should be a bigger priority for the government as part of a more comprehensive industrial strategy in 2017,” she went on.
The current Chancellor had said the right things about higher investment in the Autumn Statement, Ms O’Grady argued, but failed to back his words with a sufficiently robust investment package.
On a more positive note, Ms Hopley highlighted underlying resilience in the domestic market and a brightening outlook overseas as reasons for optimism.
Leading East Anglian accountancy and business advisory firm Larking Gowen has announced a new appointment to its Norwich Business Team, emphasising the focus on advisory services.
Leading East Anglian accountancy and business advisory firm Larking Gowen has announced a new appointment to its Norwich Business Team, emphasising the focus on advisory services.
Will Gibbs has spent the last four years with the firm’s Corporate Transactions team and is now joining the Norwich Business team as a Senior Manager. The focus of Will’s role will be advising new and existing clients on opportunities to add value to their businesses and boost growth.
“Our Business Team supports a fantastic array of growing and successful enterprises across all sectors. We have been supporting many of these long-standing clients in their annual accounts, tax and management accounts over many years,” he said.
“With developments in technology we are now perfectly placed to support our clients further by looking behind the numbers and in addition to supporting them with historic accounts, advise on live and future facing decisions, analysis and growth.”
Will, who is originally from Norwich, studied economics at the University of York and then spent three years with a large London-based accountancy practice before returning to his home city.
“I’ve spent four years in Corporate Transactions with Larking Gowen and will continue to support the team helping clients with business acquisitions and disposals. This experience provides a great platform for getting under the skin of business and understanding what drives it forward and what influences returns and values,” he said.
Becky Ames, Business Team Lead Partner at Larking Gowen, said: “We are very pleased that Will is going to be joining the Business team to further drive our advisory offering. The accountancy profession is changing fast, with the development of digital solutions giving our clients ever better data to drive their businesses forward.
“We can add real value in advising our clients on how they can achieve their goals, and Will’s experience in Corporate Transactions brings a new focus and dynamic to our offering.”
“We loved hearing from people who organised their own events. They clearly had great fun, while doing something simple to raise funds for such a worthy cause” – after a successful debut, EACH’s Big Tea Break is back for 2024.
Fundraisers are being encouraged to brew-up, tuck into a sweet treat and raise vital funds for charity.
The Big Tea Break is being organised by East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) and will take place between 23rd and 29th March.
This is the second year of the popular initiative after it made a successful debut in 2023.
It gives the public an opportunity to put the kettle on, share a cuppa and spend quality time together, while also making a donation to EACH.
Community Fundraising Manager Tina Burdett said: “We’re excited to be organising another Big Tea Break.
“It was a completely new venture last year and we were very happy with the way it went.
“We loved hearing from people who organised their own events. They clearly had great fun, while doing something simple to raise funds for such a worthy cause.
“It doesn’t matter if it’s a small group or whole communities getting involved.
“It’s about bringing people together and the idea ties in with the wellbeing and support services we offer.
“One of our key messages is that we help families create memories together.
“There’s a direct link because we want to encourage our supporters to take a break and make their own memories with family, friends and colleagues.
“Please spread the word and for more information, including how to register an event and download a fundraising pack, check our website.”
Supporters are being encouraged to snap, tag and share their photos online and anyone wishing to donate, but unable to host or attend an event, can contribute £3 by texting BIGTEABREAK to 70085.
Texts will cost the donation amount plus one message at your standard network message rate.
This year’s Big Tea Break is being sponsored by TREATT.
For further information about this release please contact:
Matt Plummer | Media and PR Manager | 07738 328058 | Matt.Plummer@each.org.uk
Join us at Great Yarmouth for our popular Coastal Co.nnect.
Agenda
• Arrival & Networking
• Opening Welcome from Norfolk Chambers & Great Yarmouth Council
• Guest Speaker – Amy Church, Managing Partner at Lucas & Wyllys Solicitors. Amy shall be speaking about ‘Keeping Your Place Safe: Tips for Protecting Your Property Interests’.
• Networking
Who is it for?
Anyone is welcome at this event, and it is open to both members and non-members.
Refreshments
We will be providing a selection of coffee/tea/water and squash. Please inform us of any dietary requirements upon booking.
Cancellation policy
If you have booked tickets for this event and can no longer attend, please notify us at hello@norfolkchambers.co.uk.
A good marketing plan will create a clear roadmap for your marketing team and business. It helps businesses organise, execute, and track their marketing efforts over a specific period. Want to know how to build a marketing plan and explore different channels and tools and learn all the best tips and best practices, join us on Wednesday 25th September with our next Masterclass with Yawn Marketing.
Yawn Marketing will walk you through the basics and explore best practices when it comes to building a marketing plan.
Our friendly experts will be by your side every step of the way, sharing practical tips and tricks to ensure you feel confident about your marketing.
Agenda
Delegate’s arrive 11.45 & the event will close at 14:00, A light lunch and refreshments will be provided during masterclass.
About our Presenter, Jess Ford
Jess stumbled into marketing nearly two decades ago in an effort to avoid becoming a graphic designer after her degree.
Her diverse experience includes brand development, marketing research and strategy, and management of a wide range of multi-channel comms campaigns and projects within various industry sectors. After 15 years in in-house roles, Jess most recently moved agency-side, heading up marketing services for The Armoury and now Yawn Marketing, where she leads on marketing operations, managing the delivery team as well as consulting for clients.
Jess is also an advisory board member for Norfolk Women’s Marketing Network (NWMN).
Multi-million pound plans for a new children’s hospice in Norfolk have received a major boost after being granted planning permission.
East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) submitted proposals for the £10m project in March for a greenfield site at Framingham Earl to replace their hospice in Quidenham and are delighted that planning has been approved. The new Norfolk hospicewould meet the increasing demands for the charity’s services and provide even higher quality care.
EACH’s current Norfolk hospice in Quidenham has provided care and support for more than two decades and has been a home from home for many families. It is howeververy restricted in its facilities and the development of a new hospice will bring the county in line with the services EACH offer in Cambridgeshire, Essex and Suffolk.
EACH are set to launch a major fundraising appeal later this year and if you would like tofind outmorethen please contact Mark Loades – Norfolk Partnerships Manager for EACH on 01953 666771 or mark.loades@each.org.ukor visit www.each.org.uk
Norfolk is full of talented business men and women and we’re delighted to have some of them giving up their time to provide free mentoring sessions for young professionals across Norfolk.
Date: 3rd June 2024.
Time: Hourly slots available between 10am – 2pm
Virtual Mentor Session – A video link will be given to you the week leading up to your session directly from the mentor.
Topics
Leadership
Sustainability
EDI
Construction
Coaching
About Kirsty
Kirsty has been working in construction for the past 20 years and is currently Head of Sustainability for a tier 1 Contractor.
She thrives on the work they do creating sustainable, diverse and inclusive environments in which they work.
In addition to her career in construction, she provides NLP coaching.
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Charities United meeting, bringing together employees, staff, and colleagues from charities across Norfolk. This is a valuable opportunity for us to gather, share insights, and collaborate on the important work we do.
This meetup shall take place at Waterloo Park Pavilion Cafe – The Feed, Norwich, who have kindly offered us the use of their venue.
Agenda
11.30am Arrival and networking
We ask that you purchase a tea, coffee or cold drink at the Cafe before heading to the meetup. The meeting room is on the 1st floor above the cafe.
11.45am Welcome from Norfolk Chambers and Introductions
12.00pm Start conversations
1.30pm Event Close
These meet ups are a chance for those working and supporting charities across Norfolk to share and discuss issues that are most important to them, and their business and the Chamber network will support and influence on your behalf, using our dedicated team, our website, social media channels, and our digital platform.