Author: Chamber of Commerce

Barnsley College secures prestigious Chartered status

16 December in Member News

Barnsley College is celebrating a significant milestone in its 90-year history, after becoming a member of the Chartered Institution for Further Education (CIFE) thanks to the exceptional educational experience it provides for students. The Chartered Institution was impressed by the close links the College has with...

South Yorkshire firm makes Christmas donation to help Rotherham’s homeless

15 December in Member News, Uncategorised

ORB Recruitment has made a much-needed donation to a local charity to support homeless people in Rotherham this Christmas. ORB, headquartered in Doncaster, has donated £1,000 to Lighthouse Homes, which offers immediate, medium and long term accommodation to women and men in the Rotherham area who...

Interest rate rise increases pressure on businesses facing soaring costs

15 December in Business News

Commenting on today’s Bank of England interest rate rise, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:   “Today's interest rate rise to 3.5%, while expected, adds further pressure to firms facing soaring costs from all directions. “With some evidence of inflation...

Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber names Chief Executive’s successor

15 December in Chamber News

Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce has announced Carrie Sudbury, as successor to Chief Executive Andrew Denniff, as part of the organisation’s future plans. Carrie’s appointment was confirmed by Chamber directors at a recent board meeting, following a competitive and rigorous recruitment process. She will...