The Essex Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) team is pleased to announce the publication of its latest Progress Report, detailing important advancements in aligning local education provision with the skills needs of employers across the region. This Read More

Train operator, Greater Anglia, is set to invest more than £1.5m in upgrade work at Harwich International railway station. Work will soon begin to replace the footbridge, staircases, and roof which covers the station entrance building. Upgrades Read More

Currently, 100 people who have targeted stores across Essex are subject to special court orders, known as criminal behaviour orders or CBOs, which generally run for between two and five years. It is an approach pioneered by our specialist Business Read More

Recruitment is more than just filling vacancies; it's about finding the right people to drive your organisation forward. Yet, when the recruitment process is rushed, disorganised, or lacks strategic focus, it can lead to significant and far-reaching Read More

Dotcraft has been recognised with the prestigious Best Business Summit Case Study Award at Umbraco's Business Summit in Denmark, celebrating their exceptional work delivering a comprehensive aftersales digital solution for Renault UK. The award highlights not only the technical excellence of the Read More

Over 500 Continental tyres in use across Kalmar, Hyster, and Liebherr GB equipment at the Port of Tilbury. ContiConnect and ContiPressureCheck enable real-time, condition-based monitoring and predictive maintenance, reducing downtime by 20%. Tyres Read More

Ziegler is proud to announce the continuation of its successful partnership with Crystal Palace Football Club, entering a third successive year as the club's Official Logistics Partner. This renewed collaboration underscores Ziegler's commitment Read More

Developing the skills of the local workforce has never been more important. For SEATS, a skills and training brokerage based in Essex, being part of Essex Chambers of Commerce is an important way to stay connected, informed and ready to support employers as they navigate workforce challenges. The Read More

On Monday 30 June the Palace Theatre Southend saw a gathering of many famous local bands and musicians as they came together for the very first time for a photo session. It was inspired by The Scene By The Sea exhibition at the Beecroft Gallery in Southend, which maps the vibrant musical venues past Read More

Whether you have five employees or 500, you’re legally required to meet a wide range of obligations under UK employment law. Failing to do so could cost your business dearly.  To help you spot potential gaps, here’s a quick HR compliance checklist you can work through:  Do all employees have a legally compliant employment Read More

Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) is proud to feature in Critical: Between Life and Death, a powerful new six-part medical documentary launching globally on Netflix on Wednesday 23rd July 2025.  The series, from the makers of the award-winning Read More

The rising costs of recruitment due to the increase of National Insurance contributions and the cost-of-living crisis affecting salaries are shaping the way recruitment is done across the nation. The Department for Work and Pensions and Jobcentre Plus continue to offer support to Essex employers through our free, personalised, and effective services. Read More

Considering final arrangements can be a daunting task, but a thoughtful decision can bring peace of mind. When it comes to laying loved ones to rest, two primary options emerge: natural burial and cremation. Both offer unique advantages; the choice often Read More

Celebrating the resilience and brilliance of Female Entrepreneurs in challenging times. The finalists for the prestigious Best Businesswomen Awards 2025 have been revealed, highlighting the grit, innovation, and leadership of women who are redefining Read More

Thousands of new jobs, cleaner transport, and modern infrastructure are at the heart of a new Strategic Masterplan process launched today or Thames Freeport, a project set to transform major sites across Thurrock, Barking & Dagenham, and Havering. Speaking Read More

We’re excited to announce that our Trade Expert BCC Accredited Training and Trade Expert Academy Courses have been streamlined and revitalised - making it easier than ever for busy professionals to enhance their international trade knowledge. At Essex Chambers of Commerce, we understand that Read More

HR Prime are an HR and management training consultancy based in Frinton, Essex. We work with clients in Essex and across the UK. The next 2 years will see a vast number of updates to HR and employment law – are you prepared for these? The Employment Rights Bill will see many changes to employment Read More

In today’s digital world, small businesses and sole traders in the UK are increasingly reliant on online tools, cloud platforms and digital communication. Whilst this makes starting and running a business easier to do from one place, it comes with a heightened risk of cyberattacks. While many small Read More

Roger Hirst, Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex, hosted and spoke at an evening event in support of the Asian Fire Service Association (ASFA) summer conference last week. Mr Hirst, speaking at the event at the Colchester Community Stadium Read More

Over the summer, the streets and parks of Chelmsford have been transformed into an outdoor gallery by colourful giant bee sculptures on the Buzz in the City art trail.  Thousands of people have admired them - they have been turning heads and raising smiles across the city since 5th July until Read More

Ellisons has once again been recognised as a Great Place to Work®, earning the prestigious certification for the third year in a row. This recognition, based entirely on employee feedback, reflects the firm’s unwavering commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture. In Read More

easyJet has announced a new route to Rovaniemi in Finland from London Southend Airport  The airline offers more seats to Lapland from the UK than any other airline The new route means easyJet now offers 23 routes from its newest London Southend Read More

Synonymous Sport are delighted to confirm that our Lord’s Long Room Lunch earlier this summer has raised £10,294.13 for Help for Heroes. The event in May, hosted by Graham Gooch and Phil Tufnell, was kindly sponsored by legal and financial advisory firm Tees and saw guests treated to a delicious Read More

Unwanted attention of any kind at work is unacceptable and our Business Crime Team works with partners to highlight the types of harassment staff may face. Whether it’s from customers or colleagues, we encourage people to report such incidents Read More

When I began my recruitment career over two decades ago, office life looked very different. Clerical assistants, filing clerks, post room staff, receptionists, and office juniors were vital parts of any team. These roles were often someone’s first Read More

Volunteer clinicians in Essex explain how local businesses can get involved to help emergency medical charity BASICS Essex deliver its life-saving service. BASICS Essex is a local charity with a specialised team of 25 volunteer clinicians on call to provide critical pre-hospital care within minutes Read More

Genting is preparing to begin the second phase of its £9.8m restoration at Westcliff Casino, which will revitalise the popular venue with a host of exciting upgrades and entertainment. The 12-month project is on track and the casino is remaining Read More

USP College proudly celebrated the achievements of its first cohort of Supported Internship students, who completed their work-based programme at Amazon Tilbury. The majority of the students have now been offered full-time positions at Amazon - a remarkable Read More

Eight students from Stansted Airport College have started their first week on the job as part of a brand-new work experience scheme launched by London Stansted. The summer programme, which runs through July and August, gives students roles across the Read More

A new partnership between the Basildon Hub and Site Ready Solutions equips local people with the skills they need to thrive in construction and related industries. With Basildon’s ambitious regeneration and housing programmes, this new collaboration Read More

The following are indicators of a SIM swap attack:  Sudden unexpected loss of mobile signal, for you only. Other nearby mobile users are unaffected. This results in the inability to make mobile calls and text messaging to and from your phone. Notification from your mobile provider that your SIM card or phone number has been activated or Read More

Smarter, brighter, more flexible—Firstsite’s refreshed spaces are ready for ideas and imaginations to flourish.  After three years of planning, collaboration, and a lot of careful rewiring, Firstsite’s major building upgrade Read More

Dunmow Group is proud to announce its new role as Platinum Partner and Stadium Sponsor of Chelmsford City Football Club, marking a historic collaboration between two local institutions rooted in community and ambition.  As part of the partnership, Read More

Local rail operator Trenitalia c2c is delighted to announce that its involvement with the Rail Safe Friendly programme has had a social value impact of over £1.8 million in c2c's local communities. The Rail Safe Friendly (RSF) programme is dedicated to spreading the vital message of rail Read More