BUCST Announces Continued Partnership with SASP to Deliver FREE Holiday Camps
January 28, 2025
Bridgwater United Community Sports Trust (BUCST) is delighted to announce the continuation of our valuable partnership with Somerset Activity & Sports Partnership (SASP), enabling us to provide FREE spaces for children eligible for Free School Meals at our Saturday and February half-term camps.Held at Fairfax Park Stadium, these camps offer an exciting and inclusive experience, featuring multisport…
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Inspiring Businesses to Grow with the Next Generation: Highlights from Our Joint Event with Taunton
January 27, 2025
Last week, we partnered with Taunton Chamber of Commerce to host an event aimed at showing businesses how students can contribute to their organisation’s growth and development. This was truly one of the Chamber’s proudest moments, as we saw all three of our T-level students (Roxy, Filip and Pietersen), who joined us last year take…
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Somerset-based top 200 law firm bolsters Exeter team with string of senior appointments
January 23, 2025
Somerset-based top 200 law firm bolsters Exeter team with string of senior appointments Porter Dodson, the UK Top 200 law firm, has announced the appointment of three senior solicitors to its rapidly growing Exeter office at Dix’s Field near Southernhay. Antonia Power, who specialises in corporate and commercial law, joins the firm as Head of Commercial law for Devon…
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Weekly Digest Ebulletin
December 19, 2024
Tackle work-related stress with HSE's Working Minds campaign HSE’s annual statistics were recently published and highlight that stress, depression or anxiety account for about half of work-related ill health cases. That’s an estimated 776,000 cases, with each case meaning an average of 21.1 days being taken off work. Download the stress statistics booklet to see…
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Festive finances: Budget for Christmas and spread the cost of tax bills
December 12, 2024
Self Assessment customers unable to pay their tax bill in full by 31 January 2025 can spread the cost using HMRC’s online Time to Pay system Time to Pay plans support those who cannot pay their tax bills on time by arranging regular monthly payments in return for avoiding any further late payment penalties Online payment…
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S Roberts Group launches free online guide for asbestos to help homeowners
December 10, 2024
WARD-WINNING Somerset-based environmental company S Roberts Group has launched a free Asbestos in The Home Finder to help people identify where they might have the potentially dangerous materials in their homes (December 2024). The leading family-run Bridgwater company, which celebrates its 95th anniversary next year, says its online Asbestos in The Home Finder could help…
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Important Updates on GWR Services due to HS2 Construction Work at Old Oak Common
October 16, 2024
Great Western Railway (GWR) would like to inform passengers about upcoming changes to services due to the construction work for the HS2 station at Old Oak Common, just west of London Paddington. The construction work and additional track maintenance by Network Rail will impact rail services on the following dates: Sunday, 17th November and 27th…
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Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce Celebrates a Milestone: 200 Members Strong!
October 15, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce has officially reached 200 members! This achievement marks a significant moment in our journey, reminding us of the strong, vibrant community we've built together over the years. As we reflect on how far we've come, we are filled with gratitude for every business that…
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Bridgwater Docks to Illuminate with Luke Jerram's Spectacular "Fallen Moon" Installation
October 8, 2024
Bridgwater Docks will soon be home to an exciting art installation by renowned artist Luke Jerram. The "Fallen Moon" project, part of Jerram's latest touring artwork, will make its first UK appearance in this stunning visual experience. From 14th October to 3rd November 2024, this 10-metre-diameter replica of the Moon, created using NASA data, will…
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Somerset-based Top 200 law firm expands presence in Devon with new offices in Exeter
October 7, 2024
Porter Dodson, the Somerset-based UK Top 200 law firm, has announced that it has opened a new office at the heart of Exeter to meet increased demand for its services in the city and Devon. Having outgrown its former Southernhay offices, Porter Dodson is expanding into significantly larger premises at 11-15 Dix’s Field. The move…
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Contractor hits the ground running on Celebration Mile
August 15, 2024
Work on the ground kicks off in earnest on Bridgwater’s landmark Celebration Mile next week. The flagship pedestrian and cycle friendly route will connect the railway station and the Northgate Docks which are also in line for regeneration. Both are funded by the Bridgwater Town Deal. From 19 August a closure of Eastover is required…
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Exciting Summer of Sports for Young People in Bower
June 21, 2024
Young people in Bower are set to enjoy a summer filled with fun and engaging activities, thanks to a new initiative spearheaded by Councillor Diogo Rodrigues and Bridgwater Chamber Member, Job Solutions. Every Thursday in August at 2:30 PM, Bower Park will come alive with one-hour multisport sessions designed to keep young people active and…
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Pardoes Solicitors backs Bridgwater Business Expo
April 10, 2024
Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce Pardoes Solicitors as the headline Sponsor of the Bridgwater Business Expo 2024. Bridgwater's momentum as the business growth capital of Somerset continues to build, and following the resounding success of last year's event, the timing couldn't be more perfect for the second annual Bridgwater Business Expo! Pardoes…
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Westcotts tax expert offers mixed response to Chancellors Spring Budget
March 8, 2024
Westcotts has welcomed the measures set out in the Spring Budget announcement but expressed disappointment about the lack of substantial policies to help the average small and medium sized business in the South West. Mark Tibbert, Partner and Head of Tax at Westcotts, welcomed several of the announcements including the increased VAT registration threshold, changes…
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Crime Crackdown: Bridgwater Chamber Urges Swift Action
March 1, 2024
In a recent letter addressed to Somerset Council and Avon & Somerset Police, the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce emphasised the critical need for action to address prevalent issues of anti-social behaviour and public drinking in the town centre. Recognising the detrimental impact of these issues on both the safety and economic vitality of the town…
Read MoreEmbracing Change and Looking Forward
January 17, 2024
As we step into 2024 the Bridgwater Chamber is excited to share some notable changes within our organisation that show growth, fresh perspectives, and a commitment to our members. As we bid farewell to the past and usher in the new, our resolution is to continue supporting and uplifting our business community. One of the…
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