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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ALLSTARS SPORTS BOWL OPENS AT BRIDGWATER’S NORTHGATE YARD
March 15, 2023
Allstars Sports Bowl, Bridgwater’s brand new eight lane bowling and leisure complex has officially opened at Northgate Yard. The attraction is the second outlet to open at Northgate Yard after the 7-screen cinema from Scott Cinemas, with Nando’s and La Kasia Tapas & Cocktail to follow later this year. The new complex features eight bowling…
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Bridgwater Chamber AGM Features Expert Guest Speaker Discussing Local Authority Procurement
February 24, 2023
Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday 23rd February which was a resounding success with a well-attended gathering of some 30 members and guests. The highlight of the event was the address by Jo Hutchins a procurement expert who shared her insights on local authority procurement. Attendees were provided with…
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Sam scoops top national qualification at S Roberts Group
February 23, 2023
A DIRECTOR at a prominent South West asbestos removal contractor has been awarded with one of the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management’s (CIWM) top national waste and resource qualifications (February 2023). Sam Lawson, Asbestos & Operations Director at Bridgwater-based S Roberts Group, has achieved a Waste Management Training & Advisory Board (WAMITAB) Level 4 High Risk…
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Puriton pupils earn Golden Leaf Awards thanks to Jasun Envirocare
February 23, 2023
PUPILS at Puriton Primary School near Bridgwater have received book vouchers for their good behaviour thanks to sponsorship by a family-run air filter manufacturing company in the town (February 2023). Jasun Envirocare is funding the £10 book vouchers for the pupils as part of the school’s end of term Golden Leaf Awards for good behaviour…
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Jasun Envirocare to exhibit at Filtech in Germany for first time
February 7, 2023
ONE OF THE LEADING British air filter manufacturers Jasun Envirocare has signed-up to exhibit at the world’s largest filtration show in Germany this month as part of its growth plans (February 14-16, 2023) The Somerset-based family-run and owned manufacturing and services company will be at the world-renowned Cologne filtration event for the first time ever.…
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Local Businesses seek Opportunities from Hinkley Point C
January 26, 2023
The Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce hosted a business networking event at The Victoria Park Community Centre in Bridgwater, giving local businesses the opportunity to hear from the Project Manager for the Hinkley Supply Chain Team, Scott Jenkins. The event, organised in partnership between the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce, Sedgemoor District Council and Somerset Chamber of…
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Bridgwater Chamber welcomes successful £19.7million bid for former Bridgwater Hospital
January 19, 2023
The Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce welcomes news that the £19.7million bid for the former Bridgwater Hospital to Government’s Levelling Up Fund has been accepted. The Grade II listed building will now become a Training Centre of Excellence for Health and Social Care. The project will see the building returned to public use by creating a…
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Maxwells’ exciting expansion – do you want to get on board?
January 12, 2023
Maxwells Chartered Accountants have recently acquired new offices here in Bridgwater adjacent to their existing offices at 4-5 King Square resulting in a major expansion for the firm. The plans will see a third more space available and builders are poised to start soon delivering some exciting new work and meeting spaces. The acquisition of…
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Changes at the Chamber
January 9, 2023
January 2023 brings the departure of Denys Rayner as our Chairman after 5 years of service as Chair to the Bridgwater Chamber. Outgoing Chairman, Denys Rayner Denys has been involved with the Chamber since 2010 when he first became a board member and took over as Chair in 2018 when Steve Leahy became CEO. During…
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Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous 2023
December 20, 2022
Our mission at the Bridgwater Chamber is to provide an environment where all Bridgwater businesses can flourish and prosper. We use our influence as the voice of Bridgwater Business to lobby decision makers including local councils and the local Member of Parliament. We also provide the opportunity for local businesses to meet one another, to…
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