Somerset Coronavirus Appeal offers grants for groups helping people in need
April 9, 2020
The Somerset Coronavirus Appeal, launched by Somerset Community Foundation (SCF), is offering fast-tracked funding for all local charities, community organisations and volunteer groups helping those in most urgent need during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Grants up to £10,000 are available, and SCF pledges to award funding within three working days. Grants worth £136,000 have already…
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Somerlap in Mark plays its part in keeping the country moving and fed during coronavirus crisis
April 7, 2020
Tucked away in the village of Mark, a pallet manufacturer is quietly playing its part in keeping the country supplied and industry moving. Many businesses have closed their doors until the pandemic is over but for Somerlap staff the work continues, as they carry on producing, repairing and recycling the wooden pallets which are required…
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Stay home and save lives this Easter
April 7, 2020
Residents and would-be tourists are being urged to stay away from Somerset’s beauty spots and visitor attractions this Easter. With fine weather forecast and the Easter holidays about to start, it’s essential that the public is not tempted to travel to take advantage of the beautiful Somerset outdoors. Somerset’s local authorities oversee Areas of Outstanding…
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Free Distance Learning Courses with Bridgwater & Taunton College
April 7, 2020
Flexible learning for FREE - Apply online today! Since August 2019, funding decisions for education have become devolved to local government in several counties of England. This transfer of funding from central government to combined authorities has created fundamental changes to areas that we as an education and training provider can operate in. We regret…
Read MoreBusiness grants ready to make a big difference
April 6, 2020
Councils and business networks across Somerset are working together to help provide financial lifelines for businesses struggling during the coronavirus pandemic. And they are urging businesses with healthier cash reserves to let those in greater need apply first for the Government grants that could make a big difference in the current crisis. All Somerset councils…
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Local Business Urgently requires Machine Operators
April 6, 2020
Machine Operators Required Permanent Position Rotating shifts (6am-2.15pm / 2pm-10.15pm) with early finish on Fridays Monday- Friday £8.72 increases to £9 after probation & full training (additional increments in line with further training) IMMEDIATE START FOR FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEW Our client is a leading manufacturer on the outskirts of Bridgwater, and due to continued growth…
Read MoreAvon and Somerset Local Resilience Forum appeals for local support to help tackle COVID-19
April 6, 2020
Businesses across Avon and Somerset are being asked to help support the local efforts in tackling COVID-19. With high demand for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) across the country and supply chains under significant pressure, the Avon and Somerset Local Resilience Forum is appealing for support from local PPE suppliers or any businesses that have stock…
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Somerset Coronavirus Support Helpline launched
April 6, 2020
A single phone number is now available for anyone in Somerset who needs Coronavirus-related support from their councils. The Somerset Coronavirus Support Helpline number, 0300 790 6275, is now live and will make it easier for people access any local authority help they may need, including emotional support, in the current crisis. It links together…
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Fever Measuring CCTV Solution
April 3, 2020
Astron exhibited the latest CCTV technology at the South West Care Exhibition in Exeter on 12 March 2020, including Astron's multiple body temperature and fever measurement solution that can measure body temperature for groups of up to 30 people at a time. This system is an aid to the Government guidelines in protecting the workforce…
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Keeping Your Brand Alive
April 3, 2020
Our member, Melanie Downing from Designhive, has put together some tips to help you keep your brand alive during these unprecedented times. Take a look!...
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FURLOUGH LEAVE: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR EMPLOYERS including UPDATED GUIDANCE
April 2, 2020
By Maeve Vickery of Pardoes Solicitors Here is a short guide on practical aspects of implementing furlough leave, setting out the key steps employers need to take and based on the current guidance which may be of some help to chamber members and could be put up or linked on the website. CORONAVIRUS JOB RETENTION…
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IHG Rewards Club
April 2, 2020
When you stay with any IHG property, earn points and get a Members Discounted Rate with the IHG Rewards Club - its FREE to join and you can use these points to shop our online catalogue for vouchers, brand name products, jewellery, electronics and more! The IHG Rewards Club is a free club to join…
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Sedgemoor District Council working to help businesses affected by COVID-19
April 2, 2020
Sedgemoor District Council has put in place today a range of measures to help some of the businesses in the District that are affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). It has created a page on its website where these measures are described and which has links to the other help and advice available, regionally and nationally.…
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The Walnut Tree still offering a limited service
April 2, 2020
The Walnut Tree are staying open, although with limited service, to provide food hampers and accommodate those classified as key workers. At The Walnut Tree we have been doing our bit help people source essential supplies without the need to visit busy supermarkets. We have been selling food hampers which have proved extremely successful with…
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Happy 20th Birthday to Blueloop
April 2, 2020
On 27th April 2000 Blueloop Limited was incorporated by Jon Gerdes, Managing Director; Tony Haines, Technical Director; and Robin Barker, Finance Director. Initially the business operated from converted barns in North Perrott, Nr Crewkerne and later relocated to our current Datacentre in Yeovil. Blueloop’s service offering includes IT Consultancy & Infrastructure, Software, Networks and…
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We say Farewell to our CEO Steve Leahy
April 2, 2020
Whilst we welcome Roger Smith as the new General Manager of Bridgwater Chamber it is very important to thank Steve Leahy who was instrumental in setting up the Chamber from the beginning. It was through Steve’s drive, ambition and vision that the Chamber has become the voice of business within Bridgwater and the broader Sedgemoor…
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