The Essex Chambers of Commerce is delighted to announce Ambitious Essex as the main sponsor for this year’s highly anticipated Festival of Business 2025. Join us at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Wednesday 5 November, for our flagship event and Read More

An amazing action van is hitting the road as Essex & Suffolk Water officially launches a community outreach initiative in Essex. The new vehicle, affectionately named Sandy, will be travelling the length and breadth of Essex & Suffolk Water’s operating area in Essex, with community engagement Read More

The Department for Business and Trade and HMRC have launched a consultation on the use of electronic invoicing, or e-invoicing, by businesses and the public sector. E-invoicing is the digital exchange of invoice information directly between buyers’ and suppliers’ financial systems, even Read More

The art of building trust through emotional intelligence In today's highly competitive job market, hiring the right talent is more challenging than ever.  Companies must not only attract top-tier candidates but also ensure they select individuals who align with their culture, values, and Read More

Ellisons Solicitors is delighted to sponsor the 2025 Essex Teaching Awards, celebrating the dedication, passion and excellence of those working within the education sector across Essex. Organised by Essex County Council, the annual awards recognise the outstanding contributions of early years and Read More

In 2023, Anurag Aggarwal from Langdon Hills, Essex fulfilled a lifelong ambition by becoming one of the top three finalists on BBC One’s MasterChef UK. The experience gave him an all-round exposure to the culinary world, including working with Michelin-starred Read More

A new partnership has been launched between two Southend-on-Sea-based organisations, the Palace Theatre and producer Wind Song Theatre. Together, the Palace and Wind Song will present a new production of The Snow Queen for the 2025 Christmas season. Read More

Ellisons Solicitors has advised on the successful sale of Swift House, Hoffmans Way, Chelmsford. The property was sold by SDMC 1 Limited to one of its occupational tenants, Big Business Events Holdings Limited. Ellisons has a longstanding relationship with Swift House, having previously advised on Read More

As our environmental consciousness grows, so too does the desire for a final resting place that has a gentler impact on the environment and local wildlife. This is where natural burial grounds like Old Park Meadow Natural Burial Ground offer a compelling Read More

Scrutton Bland, part of the Sumer Group, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Tile & Co, a well-established accountancy firm in Colchester. This acquisition marks another important milestone in Scrutton Bland’s ambitious growth plans and strengthens its presence in the region. The acquisition Read More

This year marks an incredible milestone for John’s Blinds & Curtains—50 years in business! From our beginnings in Romford Market in 1975 to becoming a trusted name in window shading solutions, our journey has been shaped by dedication, Read More

With the April 2025 budget now in effect, businesses must navigate significant changes in National Insurance contributions and minimum wage increases. These adjustments are set to impact the overall cost of employment, making it essential for employers Read More

Port of Tilbury statement on the Lower Thames Crossing, 25 March "Consenting the Lower Thames Crossing road scheme and tunnel will improve the connectivity to the Port of Tilbury's 400 acre development area. "Boosted by Thames Freeport Tax Site status, this land will now benefit from Read More

If your organisation is looking for a unique teambuilding activity that supports the local community, there are exciting volunteering opportunities at Farleigh Hospice’s Walk for Life on Sunday 11 May.  Walk for Life is a family-friendly, sponsored walk through the beautiful Essex countryside Read More

Local rail company Trenitalia c2c has announced that over 250,000 contactless payment taps in and out at its new contactless stations have been recorded since the initiative launched in February.   c2c has announced that pay as you go with contactless ticketing continues to be a massive hit with Read More

As the end of the tax year approaches, it is important to keep in mind, the various upcoming deadlines in relation to employment tax compliance. We have summarised the deadlines to consider before the 2024/2025 tax year end, as well as the upcoming deadlines after the tax year end. Some key deadlines Read More

London Stansted opened its doors to the next generation of female aviators on Friday, March 7, hosting a special event to celebrate International Women’s Day and showcasing the exciting careers available in aviation. Thirty students from Forest Hall School in Stansted Mountfitchet got a behind-the-scenes Read More

The other day I saw an ad for Puma and thought, "This is completely soulless." At the time, I didn't even realise it had been created entirely using AI. Once I found that out, it all made sense, and honestly, it left me feeling a bit flat. To be fair, the ad wasn't trying to be an emotional masterpiece. It was an experiment to Read More

Businesses need to be aware of the forthcoming increases to the National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates, as they may mean adjustments are required for some employees. From 1 April 2025, the National Living Wage (NLW) rate – applicable to employees aged 21 and over - will rise by 6.7%, from £11.44 Read More

Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP (FJG), a prominent East Anglian law firm, has expanded its team with three new staff members, who will be based at the firm’s Chelmsford office. These strategic additions will enhance the firm's capabilities in Read More

National accountancy and business advisory firm MHA, the UK member firm of Baker Tilly International, continues to strengthen their tax offering across the East Anglia region following the appointment of Ella Saunders. Ella joins the firm as a corporate tax senior manager following a five-year tenure Read More

Hot desking can be a great solution for business looking to maximize space and efficiency, while reducing office rents. However, it can be very challenging for those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). People with ASD often rely on routine. The certainty of what to expect during work each day provides comfort and helps them to cope with stress. Read More

Hardware security keys are a vital tool for protecting digital identities in today’s increasingly hostile cyber environment. These physical devices—often resembling USB drives or key fobs—serve as a second layer of authentication that dramatically reduces the risk of phishing, credential Read More

At WE Talent, we’re passionate about helping businesses strengthen their recruitment processes – whether we’re directly involved in the hire or not. Here are our top tips to help you get the most from your interview process. When we think about interviews, so much attention is placed Read More

On a bright winter’s day in Chelmer Valley, the Essex Forest Initiative organised a successful tree planting event, bringing together local leaders and Essex County Council officers in a collective effort to enhance our environment.  The event saw the enthusiastic participation of Councillor Read More

Overview of the 2025 Changes The Government has laid the draft Employment Rights (Increase of Limits) Order 2025 before Parliament, proposing updates to the statutory rates applicable to certain awards of employment tribunals and other amounts payable Read More

Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) is thrilled to announce that this year’s Strictly Air Ambulance fundraiser was a resounding success, raising more than £40,000 to support the charity’s life-saving mission. The glamorous event, sponsored by Rig Equipment Ltd and Anderson Development Read More

Revolutionising Asset Management, IT Services, and Secure Storage with Cutting-Edge AI Technology LapSafe®, the industry leader in smart locker solutions, has introduced ONARKEN®AI—the world’s first AI-powered smart locker system. This breakthrough innovation marks a new era in Read More

Following the Spring budget statement by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on Wednesday, Roger Hirst, Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex, said: “The Spring Statement makes the economic challenge for our country clear, but investment in policing Read More

65 of Greater Anglia’s female workforce and their allies were inspired by an event in celebration of International Women’s Day. The event, which was held at Chelmsford’s Civic Centre, saw Sarah Swanston (Greater Anglia’s Right Time Railway Manager, East) share the story of Read More

Harwich Haven Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Shipperley as a Non-Executive Director. Ian brings a wealth of experience to the Board from a long career spent in the maritime, trust port and public sectors. Ian will be joining as Read More

The 2025 Cheltenham Festival marked a significant milestone in enhancing the spectator experience, thanks to strategic initiatives by The Jockey Club and their collaboration with digital agency dotcraft. These efforts led to a more streamlined ticket Read More