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"Sometimes you have to take very difficult decisions. "That is where we find ourselves at the council as we look to balance the books." @SoTCityCouncil Leader, @CllrAshworth's guest article is live in today's edition of Daily Focus. Read here 🔗 bit.ly/4bbBEfm

Staffordshire Chambers' CEO, Sara Williams OBE, has written two hard-hitting letters to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt expressing deep concerns regarding uncertainty over the HS2 Birmingham to Manchester leg. (🧵 1/5)

Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce CEO Sara Williams OBE has announced her retirement – after years of dedicated service to the business community. Sara has presided over Staffordshire Chambers for more than a decade, accomplishing significant milestones that have modernised the organisation and doubled its membership. 🗣️ “It has been an incredibly difficult decision, but I believe that now is the right time." Read more 🔗 bit.ly/45NAkfS

Join us on Friday, 11 February for our 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 event in partnership with @StaffsUni for an insight into how apprentices can galvanise your workforce. Book your space, here 🔗 bit.ly/3KPuznD

It's been a difficult 18 months - don't you think you deserve a little recognition? Why not apply for the Staffs Business Awards - a great way to shout about your successes? Apply here: staffordshirechambers.co.uk/awards

If your business is facing challenges, we can help you tackle them. The right advice at the right time can make a world of difference, so why not draw on the know-how of an experienced business mentor? Contact mentoring@staffordshirechambers.co.uk to get started.

Have you booked your #STAFFSBIZFESTIVAL place yet? Better be quick, as our exciting live events are filling up fast! Take a look at the full range while you still can! staffordshirechambers.co.uk/business-festi…

Take the chance to have your say with the #QES survey. It takes just a few minutes to make your voice heard by Government, the British Chambers and the Bank of England. bit.ly/3swAHIV

Join the festival! The Staffordshire Business Festival is back, with a full and diverse range of webinars, workshops and exciting live events. To book your place, see the Business Festival page of the Chamber website. staffordshirechambers.co.uk/business-festi… We look forward to seeing you there!

Factory is hosting an event offering business support for creatives interested in ceramics manufacture. 'Ceramic Study Day' will be held on 15 September to coincide with the 2021 @BCBfestival 👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/factory-cera…

Our latest anonymous #QES survey is out! In just a few minutes your views can help us highlight and understand the short and longer-term impacts on businesses of different sectors and sizes. bit.ly/3swAHIV

The #QES is so important to @StaffsChambers , especially during this difficult economic time. Results are used by policy makers from HM Treasury, Bank of England and Office for Budget Responsibility, being used as a leading economic indicator. surveymonkey.co.uk/r/26BMYNL

Save The Date! Join us for our glitzy virtual awards ceremony on Thursday 19 November, celebrating the determination, resilience and creativity demonstrated by businesses in Staffordshire. RSVP at: bit.ly/31sJ0Je #StaffsBizAwards

Only two days left! Applications for @staffsbizawards close on Friday. Our glitzy virtual award ceremony will be held on 19th Nov with a special guest presenter. Any business from Staffordshire can enter and entries are free of charge. Enter here bit.ly/33v4VRo

Applications for @StaffsChambers Business Awards close next Friday. Don't miss the chance to celebrate the great work you and your staff members have been doing over the last 12 months. Any business from Staffordshire can enter free of charge. To enter bit.ly/34h14GL

Business Suicide Prevention and Awareness Seminar - Thursday 1st October - 2pm This free, interactive session will provide guidance for employers and employees on how to recognise suicidal behaviours & signpost individuals to help. Register at: bit.ly/2G5bMsa

Creative Industries Survey - Creative Studios and Shared Spaces - mailchi.mp/3f2926982d3c/f…

Make a difference to regional business. The #QES allows businesses to have their say on the issues affecting them. These responses also feed into the national survey which is the largest of its kind. surveymonkey.co.uk/r/TN2JXXF

Want to learn more about how your #staffordshire business could benefit from #kickstart programme?👍 Allow @StaffsChambers to explain all at our webinar on 17.9.20. Don't delay...Book your place today! staffordshirechambers.co.uk/events-calenda…

WE NEED YOU! Our quick, #QES survey will allow us to find out more about the local economic impact of #COVID-19. surveymonkey.co.uk/r/TN2JXXF