Congratulations to Michael Smith Switchgear, winners of the 
22 September 2018
Electrics manufacturer Michael Smith Switchgear is the Chamber’s Leicestershire Business of the Year
Top honour was the firm's second accolade of the night
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20 September 2018
University of Derby research visit to Japan
Trip celebrates 20th anniversary of twinning with Toyota City
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20 September 2018
Business leading light blogs on Brexit
Two pieces of work should help firms ease their way to a post-Brexit economy
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20 September 2018
Lost key fob memory stick opened door to finder’s data to hacker
Finder couldn't resist plugging it in - and gave his life away
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20 September 2018
East Midlands businesses don't know how to grow
British Business Bank survey reveals shortfall in funding options knowledge
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18 September 2018
Print firm's world first
Taylor Bloxham Group is first print company to win this award
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18 September 2018
Eden serves up ping pong PR for new leisure brand
PR firm wins contract for expanding restaurant chain
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17 September 2018
Exports from the East Midlands worth £20bn in 2017
Latest figures show further growth is expected
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15 September 2018
Telemetrics specialist Microlise is the Chamber’s Nottinghamshire Business of the Year
Second award on the night for innovative international company
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13 September 2018
Government publishes second tranche of no-deal Brexit technical notices
Advice this time includes driving licences, mobile phone roaming and passports
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13 September 2018
The importance of being green in business
Survey to help shape policies towards making the region a low carbon global leader
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13 September 2018
Parents who lose a child entitled to bereavement leave
New workplace right to paid leave for bereaved parents has been officially enshrined in law today
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13 September 2018
Westminster visit promotes importance of twinning of Derbyshire and Toyota City
The event promoted the significant contribution made by the twinning relationship
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12 September 2018
University scoops top honours for accommodation
Derby takes Best Customer Service Award
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11 September 2018
Latest employment figures show a degree of stability
Employment levels appear to have plateaued over the past 20 months
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11 September 2018
PM to announce £106m to develop green technologies
Ambitious mission is to put UK at global forefront of low emissions drive
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10 September 2018
Leicestershire announced as High Potential Opportunity area
Inward investment will be pursued by DIT
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10 September 2018
Small firms to be given the power to borrow against outstanding invoices
Proposed laws will mean restrictive 'non-assignment' clauses would not be legally enforceable
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8 September 2018
trentbarton is Chamber's Derbyshire Business of the Year
bus company takes top honours at Chamber awards dinner
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7 September 2018
Brexit and Trade Conference 2018 fast approaching
Your chance to get up to speed on Brexit developments at this free-to-attend conference.
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6 September 2018
Chamber Strategic Partner honoured with Board of Trade Award
Accolade recognises Morningside Pharmaceuticals' export expertise
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6 September 2018
Just over two weeks left to sway council's clean air strategy
Congestion charge-style toxin tax could see cars charged £20 to drive anywhere in Derby
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6 September 2018
Conference to explore rise in cyber crime
Half-a-million firms might have been hit 'ceo' or 'impersonation' email fraud
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5 September 2018
Businesses receive £1,000 helping hand to set up in empty shops and boost streets
Golden hello restores vibrancy and reverses spiral of decline
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5 September 2018
D2N2 announces new Deputy Chair
Newly created role will support new Chair Elizabeth Fagan
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4 September 2018
Enterprise agency staff and members unite to give charity a business boost
Makeover has breathed new life into charity
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4 September 2018
Digital showcase event heads to Rushcliffe to boost local business
Free even will focus on what's new in the digital world
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4 September 2018
On the road to success from the Midlands to Michigan
Auto industry driving regional exports - but don't miss Friday's deadline
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4 September 2018
Two new Patrons pledge support to promote Peak tourism
Airport and Stainsborough Hall are latest Patrons
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4 September 2018
New Interim Chief Executive Officer appointed for D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership
New Chair makes the appointment
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4 September 2018
Foremost Security set to launch mobile app for instant security alerts
App will make reporting easier for staff and improve customers' security
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30 August 2018
Latest Chamber Brexit Update video now live
The latest in a series of monthly Brexit Update videos from the Chamber is now live.
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23 August 2018
Chamber reacts to ‘no deal’ Brexit technical notices
Government papers barely scratch the surface of questions businesses have
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22 August 2018
Chamber to scrutinise Government’s ‘no deal’ Brexit notices
84 'no deal' Brexit papers expected before the end of September
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22 August 2018
Airport sponsors major conference to look at business in the face of political uncertainty
Conference outcome will deliver vital messages to Westminster
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21 August 2018
Only two weeks left to book an event for this year's LBF
Programme is starting to fill out
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21 August 2018
Alpha Rail has a role in new Spider-man film
Huthwaite-based railings and gates maker to be 'Guardian of Pedestrian Zones'
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15 August 2018
Chamber appoints a new Chair to the Board of Directors
Ian Morgan will take over from Phil Stanyer in the new year
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14 August 2018
Impact of lost businesses felt in latest employment figures
But opportunities show region remains robust
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13 August 2018
Billion-pound backing for British innovation
Chancellor announces additional funding to drive tomorrow's technologies
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13 August 2018
New strategy to keep consumers safe and protect businesses that do the right thing
Bold programme to enhance global perceptions of UK and keep consumers safe
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13 August 2018
Latest figures show rise in UK exports
Trade deficit narrows by £6bn to £25bn
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9 August 2018
Poor take-up of shared parental leave
Fewer than 1 in 50 couples take advantage of the scheme
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9 August 2018
Government outlines vision to empower and invest in society
irst Civil Society Strategy in 15 years will build stronger communities by bringing together businesses, charities and the public sector
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8 August 2018
Rock Fall launches new foot scanning service
3D imaging helps ensure proper support for workers
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8 August 2018
‘Super' beer to welcome Frank Lampard to Derby
Local brewer celebrates 'Super Frank's' arrival with a special ale
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7 August 2018
DfT levels playing field when bidding for Government contracts
A third of procurement spending to be allocated to SMEs
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7 August 2018
Kettle boiling ceremony marks milestone for Midlands Gateway
Simple but significant act demonstrates power is now being delivered to Segro/Roxhill SRFI
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7 August 2018
National Space Centre to share £13m funding boost
Government cash intended to inspire visitors to explore and discover science
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6 August 2018
Derby-based creative companies join forces
Photo and video businesses develop new venture
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