British Chambers of Commerce appoints Shevaun Haviland as new Director General

Fri 5th March 2021

The Board of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has today announced the appointment of Shevaun Haviland as the new Director General of the organisation.

The majestic polar bears of Yorkshire Wildlife Park are full of playful energy on Polar Bear Day.

Fri 5th March 2021

The hint of spring has had the majestic polar bears of Yorkshire Wildlife Park full of playful energy on International Polar Bear Day.

Inspiring Women - International Womens Day 2021

3pm - 4.30pm, Mon 8th March 2021

Online Event

Our Inspiring Women Network is back for 2021 and this edition will focus on the inspiring women from the tech sector.

Employers Urged to Share Return to Workplace Plans to Inform Future Shape of Public Transport

Thu 4th March 2021

Transport bosses will work with South Yorkshire businesses to better understand their work and travel plans in a post-pandemic future, to inform a roadmap to rebuild the region’s public transport network.

BCC provides its full response to March 2021 Budget

Wed 3rd March 2021

Giving his reaction to the Chancellor’s budget, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the BCC, said:

The Future of the UK/EU Trade Relations: Looking at VAT implications

2.30pm - 3.30pm, Tue 9th March 2021

Online Event

Chaired by James Martin, Director of Policy, British Chambers of Commerce our speakers include:

BCC gives its initial response to March 2021 budget

Wed 3rd March 2021

Giving his reaction to the Chancellor’s budget, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the BCC, said:

Huge gaps in UK regulation exist following transition from EU, new academic report finds

Thu 4th March 2021

The UK is still not in a position to assume responsibility for regulation in several critical policy areas including trade, crime and the environment, a new academic report - UK regulation after Brexit - has found.

IT, Digital and Media Sector Portuguese Virtual Business Mission-march

9am - 4pm, Wed 10th March 2021

Online Event

The British-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce are organising the 1st Virtual Business Mission to The United Kingdom, focusing on IT, Digital, and Media Sectors.

Show the banks you mean business

Thu 4th March 2021

This article discusses the importance of information security.

Sheffield Heart of the City – Pound's Park Consultation

Wed 3rd March 2021

Introducing proposals for an iconic new city centre park, located between Rockingham Street & Carver Street.

The Future of the UK/EU Trade Relations: Building on the deal

2.30pm - 3.30pm, Tue 16th March 2021

Online Event

Our final event in this series will look at the UK/EU deal which contains a range of provisions under which the deal might evolve, whether because of suspected breach or as the basis for building up the relationship in key areas.

BCC reacts to news of extension to the Job Retention Scheme

Wed 3rd March 2021

Responding to an announcement by The Treasury that the Job Retention Scheme will be extended until the end of September, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the BCC, said:

The Sheffield College is a finalist in a national diversity awards scheme

Wed 3rd March 2021

The Sheffield College is a finalist in a national awards scheme recognising commitment to equality and diversity.

South Yorkshire Pensions Group Seminar

4pm - 5.30pm, Wed 17th March 2021

Online Event

South Yorkshire Pensions Group aims to provide informed and relevant seminars to trustees, companies and professionals in relation to corporate pensions and to provide a space to network and share best practice.

Sheffield HR and employment firm expands into Leicester

Wed 3rd March 2021

Jay Bhayani, managing director of Sheffield’s niche HR, employment law and health and safety firm, Bhayani HR & Employment Law, is delighted to announce the firm’s expansion into Leicester, where it has opened a new office in the city centre.

Brexit 8 Weeks In – Where are we now?

Tue 2nd March 2021

It has now been over 8 weeks since the UK left the European Union and Single Market.

Simply Business. Online Networking - mar21

9.30am - 10.45am, Tue 23rd March 2021

Online Event

Network, build relationships and generate leads to ensure your business gets the right visibility at our popular Simply Business Networking event. Meet fellow Chamber members in a relaxed environment and hear the latest updates from Sheffield Chamber.

Sheffield Chamber Announce Gala Technology as their Payments Solutions Provider

Mon 1st March 2021

Gala Technology, the innovative Yorkshire based company behind the multi-award winning SOTpay payment solution, have been announced by the Sheffield Chamber of Commerce as their service provider partner for all things related to card payments.

Class of 2021 offer gives students head start on life after university

Wed 3rd March 2021

Helping students to thrive once they leave university is the aim of a new package of support announced by Sheffield Hallam University.

Embracing Diversity & Inclusion in Business - 24/03/20

10am - 11.30am, Wed 24th March 2021

Online Event

Tips to help business focus on how bias, if left unchecked, may impair your decision making process.

Why credit control is the most important part of your business

Mon 1st March 2021

If you’re struggling with cashflow in your business, you need a credit control solution.

BCC reacts to news of planned changes to the UK visa system

Mon 1st March 2021

Responding to an announcement by The Treasury on planned changes to the UK’s visa system, Claire Walker, Co-Executive Director of the BCC, said:

One Year On: Shaping the national recovery effort

1pm - 2.30pm, Thu 25th March 2021

Online Event

A 90-minute panel discussion to provoke debate and optimism. This event is free for Chamber members, please login to access.