Chambers News

Low-cost marketing ideas that work

21/08/2023

On a tight budget to promote your business? Dorchester Chamber for Business Vice President and Director of local radio station

Warm weather in June helped lift UK economic growth by more than expected

12/08/2023

Warm weather in June helped lift UK economic growth by more than expected, according to official figures. Higher temperatures boosted pubs, restaurants and the construction industry, lifting the economy by 0.5%. The stronger data meant that the economy expanded by 0.2% between April and June.

National strategy needed to ensure Dorset is not left behind in the digital world

07/08/2023

For the past decade the council has led many local initiatives to help get people online – from rolling out superfast broadband to nearly 80,000 premises, gifting devices to people in need and creating a community of digital champions.

Bank Base Rate Increase to 5.25%: Impact on Businesses in Dorset

03/08/2023

The Bank of England announced another increase in the bank base rate, raising it to 5.25%. This decision comes amid growing concerns over inflation and economic stability.

Information about Home Office asylum seeker barge at Portland Port

15/07/2023

Multi-Agency Forum Communications Group which includes representation from the Home Office, Portland Port, Dorset Council, Dorset Police and NHS Dorset has released information regarding the asylum seekers accommodation barge to be based at Portland Port.

From clothes and food to guests, new hotel planned for Dorchester

11/07/2023

Dorchester could be set to get a new town centre hotel. Whitbread, has announced it has purchased the former Marks & Spencer store in South Street,

Ransomware in Dorset

11/07/2023

Organised criminal Gangs (ocGs) do not target ransomware. they carry out large campaigns to distribute ransomware as widely as possible, often in very simple and effective ways.

Councillors endorse Housing Strategy approach ahead of consultation launch

11/07/2023

The consultation about Dorset Council’s Housing Strategy has reached an important milestone after members endorsed the approach taken to develop it.

Dorchester BID continues for another 5 years

11/07/2023

Dorchester BID received a resounding ‘YES’ vote from the eligible businesses in the Town.

A record 664 affordable homes created for Dorset residents last year

11/07/2023

Record numbers of affordable homes have been built for Dorset residents in the last financial year as we respond to the huge need for affordable housing.