Cumbria Chamber in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University’s Eco-I NW project are holding a 2-day Interactive Workshop at North Lakes Hotel, Penrith on Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd June (10am-4pm). […]
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Cumbria Chamber’s Response to Government’s Energy Strategy
The Government’s Energy Strategy is a welcome step in the right direction, which will help meet our Net Zero targets and reduce our exposure to volatile global energy markets in […]
Eden District Council partners with Cumbria Chamber to support local businesses
Thanks to over £10,000 in funding made available by Eden District Council through its Inspiring Eden programme, Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is able to offer businesses in Eden a year’s […]
Cumbria Chamber comments on the expected extension of Kickstart placement scheme
The expected announcement on the extension of the Kickstart placement scheme today by Chancellor Rishi Sunak to address staffing shortages is concerning Cumbria Chamber Managing Director, who says extending the […]
Women – Let’s learn to be more confident
When you own your own space and believe in your abilities, not only do we feel great about ourselves, but we also have confidence, courage and drive to go after […]
Chamber concerns for businesses as plans to overhaul England’s social care system expected this week
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce raises concerns for employers who may be expected to up National Insurance contributions to improve the country’s social care system. An announcement is expected this week […]
New career opportunities with Cumbria Chamber
Further job opportunities have arisen at Cumbria Chamber of Commerce as we look to expand our team. Suzanne Caldwell, Managing Director of Cumbria chamber of Commerce said: “It’s a great […]
Chamber wants to see increased investment to match ‘levelling up’ rhetoric
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is urging the government to set out further detailed investment plans in research and development to match its rhetoric on levelling up for the region. The […]
Chamber call for new processes so disputes don’t impede future economic growth
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is urging the government to put together a swift, affordable and accessible process so tenancy disputes don’t hinder future economic growth. The Chamber is pleased that […]
Cumbria Chamber to launch new exclusive Directors Club initiative
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the launch of The Directors Club on 1st July, with first key sponsor, Muckle LLP. The Directors Club’s first key sponsor, Muckle LLP […]
Cumbria Business Growth Hub support boosts local economy
Cumbrian businesses continue to grow and develop despite Covid-19 restrictions and multiple lockdowns. There’s also been an increased interest in self-employment with a number of new businesses successfully launching during […]
Chamber backs businesses plea for government action to prevent “staffing disaster”
Businesses in Cumbria’s hospitality sector fear that due to serious staffing issues they will either not be able to fully reopen next week or lose potential trade. Many hotels, as […]
Women in Business sessions planned following success of Chamber event
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is planning 6 further women in business online sessions following the success of their International Women’s Day (IWD) event. These will be sponsored by Baines Wilson […]
Chamber welcomes Budget measures to get businesses through Covid and boost investment
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce says that Rishi Sunak’s Budget will help the county’s businesses to survive the pandemic and encourage them to invest in the years ahead. But there was […]
Growth Hub secures £818,000 in grants to help businesses prepare for life after lockdown
Cumbria Business Growth Hub helped to secure and has allocated £818,000 in grants to help businesses in the county emerge from Covid lockdown. The Growth Hub has enabled almost 300 […]
Chamber helps open 235 placements for young people
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce has secured 235 work placements for out-of-work young people through the Governments Kickstart Scheme, with hundreds more in the pipeline. The Kickstart Scheme is a £2bn […]
New support available for Allerdale businesses
THANKS to funding from Allerdale Borough Council, new support is available to businesses in the Allerdale area through Cumbria Chamber and the Growth Hub. The support is primarily for businesses […]
Chamber looking to expand with Suzanne at the helm
CUMBRIA Chamber of Commerce is looking to the future with a restructure of the senior management team. Suzanne Caldwell has been appointed Managing Director following the retirement of Chief Executive […]