Major Upgrade of Gas Pipes Along Southchurch Road, Southend-on-Sea

03rd July 2024

We have been made aware by Cadent, the owners and maintainers of Essex’s gas network, that there will be upcoming gas works taking place along Southchurch Road, in Southend-on-Sea. Cadent will be undertaking a large gas pipe replacement project from 22 July for 20 weeks at Southchurch Road. This...

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Essex Global Summit – A Resounding Success for Essex Chambers of Commerce

24th May 2024

The inaugural Essex Global Summit was a tremendous success for Essex Chambers of Commerce. We welcomed over 100 attendees to the wonderfully opulent surroundings of Hylands House in Chelmsford on Wednesday 22nd May to partake in a conference unlike anything bought to Essex before. Working in partnership with Chelmsford...

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ECC Proud to Announce Mid & North East Essex Mind as our Nominated Charity of the Year 2024

13th May 2024

Essex Chambers of Commerce are delighted to announce that we will be working with Mid & North East Essex Mind as our nominated charity for 2024. Every year Essex Chambers selects a charity to champion and support through our events programme and other fundraising efforts. The services offered by...

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The Festival of Business Returns for Third Triumphant Year

13th May 2024

The Essex Chambers of Commerce is excited to announce the return of the much-anticipated Festival of Business for 2024. This unmissable event for entrepreneurs, job seekers, and business enthusiasts will take place on Wednesday 13th November at Chelmsford City Racecourse. This is set to be our biggest Festival yet....

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ECC Welcomes Shadow Energy Secretary, Ed Miliband to the Port of Tilbury

12th April 2024

Essex Chambers of Commerce were delighted to facilitate a visit from Shadow Energy Secretary, Ed Miliband, to the Port of Tilbury on Thursday 11th April. Our CEO, Denise Rossiter, welcomed the Shadow Secretary to the Port, owned by Forth Ports, and accompanied him on a tour. “Thurrock jobs and...

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Labour will boost creative jobs in Essex, pledging with a Labour government “the arts will be for everyone, everywhere”

27th March 2024

On Tuesday 26th March Labour announced plans to ensure the economic benefits of the creative industries are felt in every part of the UK, after this month announcing that the next Labour government will work with industry on an ‘Access to the Arts’ plan. Jonathan Reynolds, Shadow Secretary of...

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Budget offers some help on jobs front but does not fully rise to economic challenge

06th March 2024

Reacting to the Chancellor’s Budget, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said:   “Following the Autumn Statement this Budget was always set to deliver less for business although changes to National Insurance will provide some momentum. “However, beyond this there were no major announcements to help shift the dial...

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Essex Chambers of Commerce Announce the Launch of the Trade Expert Training Academy

06th March 2024

Essex Chambers of Commerce are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Trade Expert Training Academy. This milestone marks a significant leap forward in our commitment to fostering global excellence and empowering our businesses to trade internationally. The Academy offers businesses a passport for a successful international trade...

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ESSEX CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE & CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF THE ESSEX GLOBAL SUMMIT: HELPING YOUR BUSINESS REACH NEW HEIGHTS

02nd February 2024

The Essex Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with Chelmsford City Council, are proud to announce the upcoming Essex Global Summit, set to take place on 22nd May at Hylands House in Chelmsford. This premier event aims to bring together key stakeholders, industry leaders, policymakers, and experts from the world...

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A Fresh Look for Essex Chambers as New Website Goes Live

04th January 2024

We are delighted to announce that the new Essex Chambers of Commerce site has launched and is now live. The team have been working hard behind the scenes to enhance and uplift the Essex Chambers brand and online identity. The project has been supported by Essex-based agency and Chambers...

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