Business Resource Centre
Admin Road, Knowsley
Merseyside, L33 7TX
Tel: 0151 477 1356
Fax: 0151 549 1357
Email: info@knowsleychamber.org.uk
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Are You Getting Your Fees Paid? Chamber member, Credit Management Group UK, is delivering a credit control seminar specifically for the legal profession. Jenny Esau says “This course is geared to staff working in the legal profession who are responsible for credit control. The aim is... (Show Full Story) Knowsley sees a further drop in teen unemployment figures THE number of young people out of work or not in education across Knowsley is continuing to fall, despite the difficult economic climate. Statistics released by information, advice and guidance service Greater Merseyside Connexions, show the number of 16- 18... (Show Full Story) It’s not where you start; it’s where you are going that counts Starting off Week 1 - Two walk of ten minutes on three days per week Weeks 2 and 3 - Two walks of 12 minutes on four days per week Week 4 - Two walks of 15 minutes on four days per week Getting going Weeks... (Show Full Story) Robin Tudor, Chamber Director and Head of PR for Peel Airports says “Once again the poor British Summer has tempted the region’s passengers to spend time way from the UK” Despite the challenges faced by the difficult economic climate, passenger numbers are... (Show Full Story) The recent recruitment for The Knowsley 100 Apprentices was oversubscribed, and there are a number of young people who are still looking for apprenticeships, employment, training, and colllege courses. Aimed at young people between the ages of 16 – 24, Backing... (Show Full Story) “Carving is easy, you just go down to the skin and stop” – Michelangelo”. Matt Foster of Glacial Art is delighted that the business has expanded and is now taking on one of the Knowsley 100 apprentices. Glacial Art designs spectacular ice... (Show Full Story) Chamber member, Willowbrook Hospice, is holding one of their fabulous fundraising events at Knowsley Hall on 15 October 2010. Nicola Saunders, from the Fundraising Office says “This event is going to be spectacular, with champagne, a casino, and even a... (Show Full Story) Is your website generating export business for you? With emphasis on export, our strategic partner UK Trade & Investment will undertake an Export Communications Review (ECR) of your current website. The review will assess your current site against best practice and give you practical steps on how to... (Show Full Story) Don’t Start Without Me founder, Jean Gadsby says “The right advice from day one can turn fish and chips into caviar” Jean Gadsby Dip.RSA, has been a practising accountant for 30 years, and has run her own business for the past... (Show Full Story) Members of Knowsley Chamber have the benefit of accessing the Chamber HR website which provides;- Unlimited access to over 170 downloadable procedures, policies, documents or forms (<< click for examples); Insurance which covers the cost of representation and awards in respect of... (Show Full Story) A method statement is a useful way of recording the hazards involved in specific work tasks and communicating the risk and precautions required to all those involved in the work. The statement need be no longer than necessary to achieve... (Show Full Story) What is the maximum/minimum temperature in the workplace? The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 lay down particular requirements for most aspects of the working environment. Regulation 7 of these Regulations deals specifically with the temperature in indoor workplaces and states... (Show Full Story) Changing the Terms of an Employee’s Contract - Formula of a Performance Bonus In the latest of our series of recently reported cases, the Court of Appeal has addressed once again the question of whether an employer is able to unilaterally change the terms of an employee’s contract and whether the employee’s conduct... (Show Full Story) In simple terms, Whistleblowing occurs when an employee passes certain types of information to their employer that has come to their attention through work. It therefore constitutes making a disclosure in the public interest and normally related to a situation... (Show Full Story) The new Equality Act (due to come in force on 1st October 2010) harmonises and replaces previous legislation in this field, including the Race Relations Act 1976, the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and the Disability Discrimination Act 1995. The aim... (Show Full Story) Lime Bar – For the First Time… Knowsley Chamber was delighted with the new venue choice for July’s Women in Business event. Lime Bar & Grill’s Chef, Paul Barrow, and his team, provided a delicious buffet (which was confirmed by the glowing accolades from attendees). Sue Roscoe... (Show Full Story) Knowsley Chamber Director named as finalist for IoD’s Director of the Year Steve Swift, managing director of Widnes-based firm Aerelink, and Board Director of Knowsley Chamber of Commerce, has been named as a finalist in the Institute of Director’s “Director of the Year” award. Steve has more than 20 years’ experience in the... (Show Full Story) News from British Chambers of Commerce - Bank bosses address lending concerns A new taskforce of 6 bank chiefs is being set up, with the aim of improving lending to UK businesses. In a letter to the chancellor George Osborne, the head of the British Bankers’ Association, Stephen Green, outlined plans for... (Show Full Story) Knowsley Chamber Appoints New Board Directors Two new Board Directors have been appointed to the Board of Knowsley Chamber of Commerce, Andy Horton, Controller, Halewood Operations, Jaguar Land Rover, and Edward Perry, Knowsley Hall; both will be attending their first Chamber Board meeting in September 2010. This is... (Show Full Story) Visitors to The Chamber offices will see a difference in the next couple of weeks. The plans include the refurbishment of the front entrance, with improved disabled access features and reception facilities. Lesley Martin-Wright, Chief Executive says, “The completion of the... (Show Full Story) When Suzanne Scott took over the Sandfield Montessori Nursery, in Whiston, in December 2006 it was in need of a major refurbishment and a new approach. The main house (and some outbuildings) date back to the Georgian and Victorian era,... (Show Full Story) Congratulations Knowsley South Rangers FC Louise Gillespie, Practice Manager from local law firm Mackrell & Thomas is delighted that Knowsley South Rangers FC under 8’s have won the Belle Vale League and Cup Final, the Ash Celtic Tournament 2010, and the Liverpool District League and... (Show Full Story) New Corporate Identity for Knowsley Chamber of Commerce The search for the new corporate identity is over. At the July Board meeting the Directors of Knowsley Chamber of Commerce decided on the new logo. The successful design was created by O’Connell & Squelch, who are based in Stanley... (Show Full Story) Anyone may become a victim! The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) defines work-related violence as: ‘Any incident in which a person is abused, threatened or assaulted in circumstances relating to their work’. This can include verbal abuse or threats as well as... (Show Full Story) In the UK there are historically three different types of public holiday that can be awarded re: holidays by royal proclamation, common law holidays and bank holidays. These are however generally referred to as bank holidays. There are currently two... (Show Full Story) The recent news announcement in relation to the index linking of private pension provisions to the consumer prices index rather than the retail prices index comes soon after further commentary on the pension’s hot potato. Legislation is in place to require... (Show Full Story) National Minimum Wage rates are to rise October 2010 with the minimum rate for workers aged 21 and over raising to £5.93 an hour. Also for the first time a minimum wage for apprentices has been set. Rates will therefore increase... (Show Full Story) Annual Leave - Full time to part time workers A recent European court decision has addressed the issue of the annual leave of an employee who converts their employment from a full time to a part time basis. In the recently reported decision of the European court in ZDL... (Show Full Story) The UK based world of employment law is ever changing below are the changes that come into effect in late 2010. October 2010 National Minimum Wage rates will increase from 1 October: the standard adult rate to £5.93, the development rate to... (Show Full Story) A recent case in the High Court has once again addressed the perennial question of whether an employee who is no longer working for employer is entitled to a bonus payment after the end of their employment In the case of... (Show Full Story) The big green expansion - Profit from the green economy As the UK makes transitional movements to a low carbon economy there has never been a better time for North West companies to become part of this exciting movement. With rapid development in wind, tidal, solar, anaerobic digestion and small scale... (Show Full Story) Balfour Beatty Apprenticeships launched in Liverpool Young people all over Merseyside are set to benefit from training and job opportunities thanks to a new apprenticeship scheme launched by Balfour Beatty. Details of ‘Balfour Beatty Apprenticeships’ were unveiled at an event in the Halewood Centre for Learning last... (Show Full Story) The Art of Tendering – successful outcomes Over 50 businesses recently attended Knowsley Chamber’s tender and procurement training event, which was held at The Village Hotel, Whiston. Feedback has been analysed and it’s evident that our members found the event extremely valuable. Some 93% of the delegates... (Show Full Story) Caldeira grows through recession Caldeira, the Knowsley based home textiles group, continues to defy the tough economic climate with another year of strong sales growth in 2009. The company, which is based at Knowsley Business Park, has seen its global sales rise by 28%, from... (Show Full Story) One of the most exclusive Spas in Merseyside continues to receive celebrity patronage. Knowsley Chamber member, Chill Out Spa, has certainly put Knowsley on the map by offering the region’s most luxurious spa retreat. Sharon Carroll says “It was my dream... (Show Full Story) Tender Alert Scheme - Are you in the loop? One of our members, Oldham Brothers, has scooped a lucrative contract thanks to KMBC’s scheme of Tender Alerts. The Business and Liaison and Investment team are keen to send out tender alerts and information to Knowsley based businesses. They will also... (Show Full Story) Winter Gritting - Your feedback and input is required Whilst it seems early to be even contemplating the winter months, KMBC is already about to commence a Scrutiny Review of its winter gritting service. A spokesperson from KMBC said “Access to key business premises was a key issue of... (Show Full Story) Better business - better environment Changes are afoot at the Knowsley Business Environment Club. During the summer months the Steering Group is taking some time out to revise some of its business objectives. Dave Harwood, Chairman of the Environment Club says“We want to be the... (Show Full Story) KNOWSLEY INDUSTRIAL PARK –“INSIDER MAGAZINE” 16 JULY 2010 Knowsley Industrial Park has the capability to create 1,700 jobs and an additional 950,000 sq ft of commercial space, a review of the park’s potential has concluded. Property adviser DTZ was commissioned in March to carry out a survey of how... (Show Full Story) TESCO UNVEIL REVISED PLANS FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF KIRKBY TOWN CENTRE Yesterday it was announced that Tesco subsidiary Spenhill Regeneration has unveiled its revised plans for the redevelopment of Kirkby town centre. As well as the absence of a new 50,000-capacity football stadium, the plans feature a smaller food store than... (Show Full Story) Merseyside Women of the Year Awards 2010 The Liverpool Daily Post Women of the Year Awards were held at the Hilton Hotel, Liverpool on Friday 2 July 2010. With over 320 guests attending, the event celebrated Merseyside’s most inspiring women. Knowsley’s Suzanne Scott from Sandfield Natural Play Centre,... (Show Full Story) The Chamber is better for your business......why? Supporting local businesses makes good business sense. Here at Knowsley Chamber we are working tirelessly to create a sustainable local environment, where jobs are maintained, employers receive the right business support, and the business community is actively engaged in creating economic... (Show Full Story) QVC helps Barnardo’s brighten up the lives of local kids Employees from QVC, the Knowsley based television shopping channel, have made a real difference to the lives of disadvantaged local children by completing volunteer projects through Barnardo’s, one of the UK’s leading children’s charities. Teams from the Call Centre, Facilities and HR... (Show Full Story) The search has begun for the business bests of Knowsley. The council wants nominations for their annual business awards from all... (Show Full Story) Warmer Heating Ltd, a Knowsley based company, has been honoured for its commitment to green technology by winning the Best Environmentally Friendly Company title at the Grant Aided Heating Installers’ Network (GAIN) awards. Warmer was praised for its work with social... (Show Full Story) Growth fuels investment at Avanti As part of its ongoing investment and expansion Avanti Environmental Group has installed a new LP65VH2 Presona fully automatic baler. The Merseyside based company which was recently acquired by the American Stericycle Group currently employs 150 people across three sites and specialises in... (Show Full Story) Public consultation on the General Product Safety Directive Product safety is an important issue for millions of consumers and also for enterprises including SMEs in various sectors. The current General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC) fosters a general culture that all consumer products must be safe, and integrates the role... (Show Full Story) Chamber Member mentors winning team New Chamber member Millicent Consulting Ltd attended the Finals of the Business, Accounting and Skills Education (BASE) as a mentor on Thursday 1st July 2010 at Aston University, Birmingham. The 22 teams competing were all the winners of regional heats conducted... (Show Full Story) BCC Economic Survey points to continued UK growth Results from the British Chambers of Commerce’s latest Economic Survey suggest that the UK economy saw further growth in the second quarter of 2010, building on the improvement in the first three months of the year. Key indicators on business conditions,... (Show Full Story) Launch Of The New Compact Range Rover - Evoque Following Thursday’s star-studded launch at The Orangery, Kensington Palace in the presence of 600 guests including Victoria Beckham, on 2 July 2010 Phil Popham, Managing Director of Land Rover, and Michael Straughan, Operations Director, greeted guests and staff at the... (Show Full Story) Tender Alert For North West Trade Fair Social Enterprise North West wishes to contract an Event Management Organisation (EMO) to help to deliver a successful social enterprise trade fair within the region in November 2010. If you think your organisation meets the requirements and has what it takes... (Show Full Story) Colourful Expansion in the International Markets ColorMatrix Europe is a local company part of a Global group with sister companies in America, South America, and Asia. We are a chemical company, leading manufacturer of liquid colours and additives for the plastics industry. As a group, the company takes... (Show Full Story) Vancouver Airport Services to Invest in LJLA Vancouver Airport Services announced today that it has reached agreement with The Peel Group to acquire a 65 per cent share in Peel Airports Limited which includes key airport assets of Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield... (Show Full Story) Green skills needed for 748,000 employees across NW Up to a quarter of the workforce in England’s Northwest will need to green their skills by 2020 as the region responds to climate change by building a low carbon economy. A study, published today by the North West Climate Change... (Show Full Story) Region’s Businesses Pledge to Take Off From Their Local Airport Business leaders from across the region have gathered together to sign a pledge to support Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) following the launch of the Airport’s ‘Fly Local’ campaign. The pledge will see businesses that frequently travel as part of their... (Show Full Story) Following the success of these programmes in summer 2009 Knowsley Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with Clearer Thoughts will again be offering the Bite-Sized Seminar programme starting in summer 2010. These half-day training sessions to develop essential IT skills are an... (Show Full Story) 5 years after the consultation period began, amendments to the Housing, Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (“Construction Act”) are finally due to come into force this year. These are designed to broaden the use of adjudication procedures and to... (Show Full Story) Merseyside Women of the Year Awards 2010 In association with the Liverpool Daily Post, this year’s Women of the Year Awards take place on 2nd July 2010 at the Hilton Hotel, Liverpool One. Women in Business are organizing this event, which is designed to recognise and reward... (Show Full Story) Increase In Level of Small Business Rate Relief Please click here to download information relating to the business rate cuts announced in the 2010 Budget. ... (Show Full Story) Knowsley Firm wins Environment Award - Warmer Heating Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Miliband has awarded Knowsley -based Warmer Heating with a carbon footprint award. The organisation was involved with transforming a three bedroom house within the North East into a more environment friendly show home. In partnership with... (Show Full Story) Company failures cost small firms sector £5bn over two years Almost half the UK’s small firms have been left out of pocket due to trading partners or customers going bust. New research by small firms’ online service CreditPal claims that 43% of small companies have been affected over the past two... (Show Full Story) Council asks for your views on the future for Kirkby town centre Over the next 2 weeks, Knowsley Council will be contacting all residents and businesses in Kirkby to ask for their views on the future of their town centre. This extensive consultation will give the entire community the opportunity to help shape... (Show Full Story) Fairtrade Fortnight - The Big Swap Fairtrade is an international organisation who campaigns for trade justice for farmers and workers in the developing world. Fairtrade seeks to address unfair trade methods which ultimately take advantage of deprived and poverty stricken farmers and workers in the developing... (Show Full Story) Knowsley Council is currently asking local businesses for their views on climate change to help develop an action plan for the borough. To complete the short survey click on http://www.knowsley.gov.uk/your-council/consultation/climate-change/business-climate-change-survey.aspx or contact the Council’s Climate Change Team on 0151 443 3682. Your... (Show Full Story) In a recent survey published by web based aviation intelligence specialist anna.aero (Airline Network News & Analysis) looking at passenger throughput across UK airports, Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) has become one of the top 10 busiest airports in the... (Show Full Story) £3.7m restoration of Liverpools Festival Gardens begins thanks to Chamber Members Langtree Property investment and development company Langtree has pieced together a partnership of organisations that will see Liverpool’s International Garden Festival site finally restored. The works, funded by a £3.7m grant from the North West Development Agency, represents a major step in... (Show Full Story) Northwest Manufacturing Forum Announced Manufacturing Week has now come to an end but promoting the positive image of Northwest Manufacturing continues. The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) has, today announced a new Manufacturing Forum for the Northwest. Its members will act as ambassadors for this... (Show Full Story) Northwest Climate Change Partnership’s largest review yet of the region’s perceptions of climate change reveals: Business Just over two out of five businesses think climate change will affect them. 67 per cent of businesses do not currently look for advice on the issue Individuals 81... (Show Full Story) National Business Survey highlights increased business optimism for 2010 As Manufacturing Week launches today, 1 March 2010, the largest survey of businesses in England and Northern Ireland has revealed that manufacturers have the most positive outlook for the next year, compared to other sectors. With 37% expecting the climate to... (Show Full Story) |
Business Resource Centre
Admin Road, Knowsley
Merseyside, L33 7TX
Tel: 0151 477 1356
Fax: 0151 549 1357
Email: info@knowsleychamber.org.uk