Company acquisitions remain strong following EU referendum - PKF Francis Clark

July 27, 2016

The number of company acquisitions has remained strong following the EU referendum, according to Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce member  PKF Francis Clark. The firm has advised on a series of transactions since the vote, including Altitude Partners' recent equity investment in semiconductor technology developer Moortec. It also worked on the sale of Devon-based Jubb Consulting…

EDF investors agree €4bn Hinkley Point fundraising

July 27, 2016

EDF shareholders have approved plans to raise €4bn (£3.4bn) through the issue of new shares to fund the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station, ahead of an expected decision on the project. Investors agreed to the package of financing at a meeting on Tuesday (26 July 2016), with the French Government, which owns about 85…

FOUR people pass Bridgwater firm's Alan Sugar-style Apprentice programme to produce first-class lawyers delivering exceptional customer care

July 13, 2016

FOUR people pass Bridgwater firm's Alan Sugar-style Apprentice programme to produce first-class lawyers delivering exceptional customer care FOUR people have just passed through a Bridgwater firm's Alan Sugar-style Apprentice programme to produce first-class lawyers delivering exceptional customer care Chris Ivory, Leanne Routledge, Gareth Needs and Mark Jones have just passed the Pardoes challenging Associates Programme…

Bridgwater Arts Centre - Can you help by making a pledge

July 6, 2016

Bridgwater Arts Centre are pleased to announce they have gained funding for much needed renovation to their public spaces and have just launched a crowdfunder for the final soft furnishing touches. They will finally fulfil the potential the BAC space has to offer! Project aim £2,300 for our ground floor & garden furnishings - providing…

Brexit does not affect Hinkley C

June 28, 2016

Following the UK’s decision to leave the European Union, the following statements have been made by EDF Chairman Jean-Bernard Lévy in an article published this morning. Brexit has “no impact” on the business and strategy of EDF in the UK, including its plans to build a new nuclear plant at Hinkley Point in England, said…

Brexit result - What the Chambers of Commerce say

June 24, 2016

The British Chambers of Commerce and The Somerset Chamber of Commerce have released the following statements in response to the British public voting to leave the EU. BCC reaction to EU Referendum result Dr Adam Marshall, BCC Acting Director General, said: "In the wake of the electorate's historic decision to leave the European Union, the…

Economic update for Somerset breakfast meeting - Review of the 16 June event

June 21, 2016

The Economic update was given by David Hall. David lives at Bawdrip and is a director of a local IT company. David is the County Council member for Bridgwater East and Bawdrip, Cabinet Member for Business, Inward Investment and Policy, and Deputy Leader of the Council. Helping to answer Q&As and provide further information was…

Sedgemoor District Council Local Plan June 2016

June 20, 2016

Albert Goodman expands Bridgwater accountancy office

June 20, 2016

South West accountancy firm Albert Goodman has expanded its office in Bridgwater. The firm said the new larger premises would enable it to extend its services along the M5 corridor and into North Somerset. It will now offer a full range of accountancy, business advisory and tax services, in addition to its agricultural specialism in…

Bridgwater Chamber/Sedgemoor FM Live In-Out Debate 9th June 2016

June 15, 2016

Feedback to the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce indicated that many people were undecided on which way to vote in the EU referendum due to their not being  enough unbiased information. We therefore got together with Sedgmoor FM to give you the opportunity to place your questions to an expert panel via a live radio show.…

No committment to date for Hinkley C final investment decision

May 25, 2016

The boss of EDF Energy has refused to give a date for a final investment decision on the £18bn Hinkley Point C nuclear power station in Somerset. EDF Energy chief executive Vincent de Rivaz was called by MPs to speak at a meeting of the Energy & Climate Change Select Committee on 24 May 2016.…

Bridgwater Chamber Spring Newsletter

May 18, 2016

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Contingency in place of up to £20.7m should Hinkley C costs rise.

May 17, 2016

The cost of the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station in Somerset could rise to £21bn but developer EDF said it still expected to complete the project on-time and on-budget. In a statement released ahead of the French energy giant's annual general meeting yesterday (12 May 2016) it revealed that its equity commitment to the…

Agreement signed for 100-bed Eastover hotel

May 11, 2016

A new 100-bedroom Mercure hotel is set to open its doors in Bridgwater in autumn 2017 following the signing of an agreement with the AccorHotel Group. Developer DC Hotels (Bridgwater) has signed a franchise agreement with the group, which will run the hotel under the Mercure banner. The brand's portfolio currently includes 86 hotels in…

Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce - Brexit Survey results

May 3, 2016

Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce - Brexit Survey results You can see below the results of the survey of members carried out by the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce. Thank you to members for completing the questionnaire and for their candid opinions. There are supporters of leaving the EU and also those wishing to stay, however the…

Review of the Social Media networking event 20 April 2016

April 26, 2016

Wednesday 20th April 2016, at Victoria Park Community Centre, Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwater, TA6 7AS Theme for the Network Breakfast – Social Media in the Workplace A good attendence enjoyed the hospitatily at Victotia Park and the early morning opportunity to network with other members and guests. It was an excellent meeting with very imformative…