Bridgwater Braces for First Business Expo
June 1, 2023
The anticipation is palpable as Bridgwater readies itself for a ground-breaking event that will promote its vibrant business landscape. The Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Bridgwater Town Council, proudly presents the inaugural Bridgwater Business Expo, an extraordinary celebration showcasing the very best of business in and around Bridgwater! This momentous occasion is set…
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Collaboration Sparks Success
May 19, 2023
The Bridgwater Chamber, Taunton Chamber, and Somerset Chamber recently joined forces to host a highly successful joint networking event at the Canalside venue in Bridgwater. The event brought together almost 60 businesses from across the three chambers, providing them with a unique opportunity to connect and forge valuable relationships within the local business community. Unlike…
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Bridgwater-based British manufacturer unveils efficiency-boosting new air filter
May 18, 2023
A TOP British air filter manufacturer based in Somerset has unveiled a new cutting-edge efficiency-boosting product range designed to save businesses with air filtration systems energy and money (May 2023). Jasun Envirocare’s new flexible, versatile Superpleat Hi-Cap Panel Filters are being made in Bridgwater and are suitable for damp, wet conditions where a regular disposable…
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S Roberts Group appoints Mental Health First Aiders
May 17, 2023
TWO TEAM members at a leading Somerset waste management company have qualified as Mental Health First Aiders (May 2023). S Roberts Group’s Office Manager, Natasha Butcher and Director, Vicky Owens, whose grandfather started the business, have pledged to have an ‘open-door policy’ regarding wellbeing. Natasha says: “It’s Mental Health Awareness Week this week (May 15-21)…
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Maxwells Introduce Newest Partner
May 16, 2023
The Partners at Maxwells are delighted to announce a recent promotion to partnership for one of their home grown talented experts. Jodie first came to the firm as a school leaver on work experience in 2004 and following completion of her A Levels she officially joined in 2006. Jodie then completed an AAT apprenticeship and…
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First-ever Business Expo coming to Bridgwater
May 5, 2023
Bridgwater is on the brink of becoming Somerset's business growth capital, and what better way to celebrate than hosting the first-ever Bridgwater Business Expo. The Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that it will be collaborating with Bridgwater Town Council to host this event, showcasing the best of Business in and around Bridgwater.…
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Schoolchildren win prizes in royal skip design contest
May 1, 2023
SOMERSET schoolchildren have scooped top regal prizes in a competition to design artwork to decorate a Coronation themed skip to mark King Charles III’s investiture (April 2023). Bridgwater primary school pupils entered the S Roberts Group contest to create the best royal artwork. The winning creation and topper will be displayed on The Drove before…
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Chamber of Commerce Hosts Government Minister Rebecca Pow MP for Environmental Networking Event
April 21, 2023
Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted a business networking event featuring Rebecca Pow MP, a Government minister at the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs. The event, which took place at The Canalside conference centre in Bridgwater, was well attended by local businesses and community leaders eager to learn about the government's Environmental developments…
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Bristol Bath & Somerset Tourism Awards Open for Entry
April 18, 2023
The 2023/24 Bristol Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards are now open and tourism and hospitality businesses from the county are invited to enter. The awards offer businesses the chance to win not only locally, but to progress on to the regional South West awards and – for matching categories – the national VisitEngland awards. The categories…
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Chamber appoints Honorary President
April 4, 2023
Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the appointment of Steve Leahy as its Honorary President. As an esteemed member of the community and a respected business leader, Steve Leahy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Chamber of Commerce. He has served the Chamber for over 15 years and was an…
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Ten start-up businesses to take off with the Somerset Launch Pad programme
March 30, 2023
Ten Somerset start-up businesses will be able to benefit from a fully-funded Launch Pad programme provided by the new unitary Somerset Council. The programme includes workshops, masterclasses and one-to-one mentoring, tailored to businesses’ individual needs, and delivered by professionals, entrepreneurs and experts from industry. Councillor Val Keitch, Somerset County Council’s Executive Lead Member with responsibility…
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Jasun launches new production line in Bridgwater
March 29, 2023
A LEADING Somerset-based UK air filters manufacturer has launched a new production line to make its latest cutting-edge filter range which has self-righting properties and is suitable for damp/wet conditions (March 2023). Jasun Envirocare is making its new product – designed to help increase filter efficiency, reduce energy consumption and offer greater performance levels –…
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Bridgwater Chamber Member wins top national prize as a Visionary Leader in the UK’s first national sustainability awards for small businesses
March 28, 2023
On Wednesday 22nd March 2023, nearly 300 people gathered at Dallas Consulting’s inaugural The Good Small Business Awards ceremony held in The Hilton Hotel, London city centre. Local businesswoman Becky Wright won for her Visionary Leadership with New Leaf Life Design and the wider business community. A great variety of different sectors and industries from…
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Jasun staff donate toys to Children of Ukraine campaign
March 23, 2023
STAFF at a Bridgwater-based family-run air filter manufacturing and services company have donated toys to a charity pre-loved sale taking place this Saturday (March 25, 2023). The team at Jasun Envirocare has donated toys to the sale in aid of St Mary’s Church in Chedzoy and the Unicef Children of Ukraine Campaign at Chedzoy Village…
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Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce Hosts Successful Business Networking Event Featuring Digital Marketing Expert
March 16, 2023
Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a successful business networking event at Victoria Park Community Centre. The event was attended by local business owners and professionals, who had the opportunity to network and learn from each other. The highlight of the event was a talk by digital marketing expert, Richard Brooks, on social media campaigns…
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A simple guide to the Spring Budget 2023 by Maxwells Accountants
March 16, 2023
The headline message from the Chancellor The Chancellor highlighted that “In the autumn we took difficult decisions to deliver stability and sound money… Today, we deliver the next part of our plan. A budget for growth… long-term, sustainable, healthy growth that pays for our NHS and schools, finds jobs for young people, and provides a…
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