Avon 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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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…
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Business 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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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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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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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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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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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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HMRC delivering a programme of webinars
April 2, 2020
HMRC are delivering a programme of webinars to support employers, employees and the self-employed through this period of disruption. You can watch the first recorded webinar and register for future webinars using this link: bit.ly/HMRCWebinarKey links Business Support: https://bit.ly/BizSupportSiteFAQs for business: https://bit.ly/FAQsStayHomeCoronavirus Job Retention Scheme: https://bit.ly/2wJrnJ9Self-employment Income Support Scheme: bit.ly/SelfEmployedSupportFAQs https://bit.ly/SelfEmployedFAQsSupport from businesses for Covid-19 response: https://bit.ly/3bzOfcD FAQs: https://bit.ly/3aoIAWVMental Health support: https://bit.ly/EMMswPublic health advice: http://bit.ly/coronavirusnhs
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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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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…
Read MoreURGENT REQUEST for Personal Protection Equipment for frontline staff (NHS and others)?
March 30, 2020
SCC is co-ordinating requests for Personal Protection Equipment for frontline staff (NHS and others). Are you a business which may be able to help in the provision of: • Plastic disposable aprons • Latex gloves • Water repellent ‘surgical’ masks • Body bags • Eye protection - surgical mask with integrated visor; full face shield/visor; …
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New HMRC helpline launched to help businesses concerned about paying their tax due to coronavirus (COVID-19).
March 30, 2020
HMRC has a set up a phone helpline to support businesses and self-employed people concerned about not being able to pay their tax due to coronavirus (COVID-19). The helpline allows any business or self-employed individual who is concerned about paying their tax due to coronavirus to get practical help and advice. Up to 2,000 experienced…
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MESSAGE FROM LOCAL CATERERS , SOMERSET LARDER
March 30, 2020
We have a Central Production Kitchen ( CPK ) set up at J24 of the M5 , which is producing meals on a very large scale to support the Hinkley Point build project over the coming years . Therefore , the CPK is available to help and support others during this period of need ;…
Read MoreUpdate from the Council Tax Department.
March 27, 2020
The Council Tax department are experiencing a high number of calls Please be patient with our staff who are trying their best to help all customers. If you are having trouble in getting through via the phone, please email on council.tax@sedgemoor.gov.uk Many people will be able to continue to pay their Council Tax as billed,…
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