Landmark skills training report calls for wide-ranging reboot of UK system

Thu 6th May 2021

A major new report is calling for a root and branch reform of the UK’s training system to help businesses access the skills they need to boost productivity.

Hydra Creative provides new website for national meal prep provider

Fri 7th May 2021

Sheffield-based digital agency Hydra Creative recently stepped up to the challenge of designing and building a new website, and then had to make a U-turn and adapt it due to covid restrictions less than a month after launch.

The Next Normal - Futureproofing the workforce for a post-pandemic world

10.30am - 11.30am, Wed 12th May 2021

Online Event

The British Chambers of Commerce, as part of our People Campaign, has recently published two reports looking at the future of the workforce. Each report’s recommendations will be presented and discussed at this Global Business Webinar.

DNS complete the 2500km challenge and raise over 3k for me&dee Charity

Fri 7th May 2021

Document Network Services complete the 2,500km challenge with a grade finale & raise £3,172 for me&dee Charity!

Sheffield Chamber Comments on Sheffield City Region Quarterly Economic Review Q1 2021 Results

Thu 6th May 2021

On 27th April 2021 businesses from across the region gathered to hear the latest results following the Sheffield City Region (SCR) Quarterly Economic Review for Q1.

How you can help tackle climate change and congestion.

2pm - 3.30pm, Thu 13th May 2021

Online Event

A 90-minute session on how you as a business can help tackle climate change and congestion through behaviour change.

BCC welcomes ratification of UK-EU TCA but says work remains to be done

Thu 29th April 2021

Speaking after news that the Trade and Co-operation Agreeement has been ratified, Hannah Essex, Co-Executive Director of the BCC, said:

Book your space for the Roundabout Musical Drive-In!

Fri 7th May 2021

GET ready for a summer’s day of musical theatre magic as South Yorkshire youth homelessness charity Roundabout opens the box office for its Musical Theatre Drive In!

Leading the way to COP26 – The UK’s journey to Net Zero

2.53pm - 2.53pm, Mon 17th May 2021

Online Event

The BCC's latest survey on the Net Zero economy*, conducted in partnership with Drax, showed that 38% of respondents said they fully understand the term net zero and the implications for their business while 21% did not.

Sheffield Hallam Student’s raise over £40,000 for charity

Thu 6th May 2021

Sheffield Hallam students have successfully raised over £40,000 for Sheffield Charities by organising a variety of virtual events.

New Figures Show Workforce Growth Expected but Some Sectors Yet to See Signs of Revival

Thu 29th April 2021

The British Chambers of Commerce today released its Quarterly Recruitment Outlook for Q1 2021.

Simply Business. Online Networking - May21

9.30am - 10.45am, Tue 18th May 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.

South Yorkshire Skills for Recovery Report Launched

Tue 27th April 2021

Commissioned by the Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), the report has been produced using original survey data from the Chambers of Commerce in South Yorkshire, combined with content from a series of focus groups within key sectors.

Mental Health Week Research

Thu 6th May 2021

At itsettled, they’re passionate about mental health. They know that late payment can cause a myriad of mental health problems, from stress and anxiety to depression.

In conversation with Emily Thornberry, Shadow Secretary of State for International Trade

1pm - 1.45pm, Wed 19th May 2021

Online Event

Join James Martin, BCC’s Director of Policy as he explores the Labour Party’s views with Emily Thornberry on:

Tech-entrepreneur teams up with Sheffield Chamber to help business owners ‘click’

Thu 6th May 2021

A South Yorkshire-based tech entrepreneur has teamed up with Sheffield Chamber to give business owners across the region the chance to trial a brand new networking platform which is set launch later this year.

BCC & Barclays LifeSkills - The Next Normal: Futureproofing the Workforce for a Post-Pandemic World

Fri 23rd April 2021

The British Chambers of Commerce and Barclays LifeSkills have today released a new report entitled ‘The Next Normal: Futureproofing the Workforce for a Post-Pandemic World’.

Key Milestones to UK’s accession to the CPTPP trading partnership and the value for UK Business

4pm - 5pm, Thu 20th May 2021

Online Webinar

In conversation with Graham Zebedee, UK’s Chief negotiator to CPTPP

BCC React to Latest UK Labour Market Figures

Tue 20th April 2021

Commenting on ONS Labour Market statistics for April 2021 published today, BCC Head of Economics, Suren Thiru, said:

Professional Energy Purchasing evolve with modern look and new energy management services

Thu 6th May 2021

Energy Partner, Professional Energy Purchasing (PEP) has launched a new website to promote its extended energy management services.

Tax and Economic Update for Businesses & their Owners

10am - 11am, Tue 25th May 2021

Online Event

An essential update for business owners on the prospects for the UK economy and the latest key tax-saving ideas.

Good Travel Management acquires Company Travel

Wed 5th May 2021

Good Travel Management are pleased to confirm they have concluded an agreement to acquire the customer base and ongoing client servicing activity of West Yorkshire based Company Travel.

BCC: Concerns over Inflation Rise as Manufacturers’ Price Expectations Climb to 4-year High

Mon 19th April 2021

The British Chambers of Commerce today announced the publication of new research which shows a rising number of firms expecting their prices to increase significantly in the coming months.

Make the Most of your Membership - may21

9.30am - 10.30am, Wed 26th May 2021

Online Event

Do you fully understand the comprehensive suite of services available to you and your business through Chamber membership? Join this virtual event to hear Chamber representatives, Service Providers and Chamber members, highlight the benefits of membership