The Bulletin - Issue 19 July 2016

Issue 19 July2016

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Designed in Rotherham Developed in Barnsley Made in Sheffield

Also inside this issue: • 2016 Business Awards open for entries • Rotherham Apprentice of the Year

CHAMBER VIEW

Chamber View Chief Executive, Andrew Denniff details the changes to The Bulletin and gives an overview since the EU Referendum.

This edition of our Bulletin publication is the first in our new on-line format, following a decision to change from our traditional printed version.

This was not made lightly and followed widespread consultation, the response to our membership survey and on simple commercial grounds. It is a change we are comfortable to make and indeed look forward to your positive (and I hope constructive) feedback. The Bulletin will now be available to read both via our website and app going forward.

The Communications team will be sending a link to each edition via email so please look out for it. In the future we will also be looking to further develop The Bulletin offering and via the new method of communicating we can reach a much wider audience.

Now we all know the outcome of the EU Referendum and I sincerely hope that the decision the country has made is one that will provide the best way forward for us all and especially is a result that provides the biggest opportunities

for businesses throughout the UK.

growth and sustainable employment.

With the EU debate put to bed (at least for the time being), I was hoping to focus on the real challenges ahead for our region. The next voting in which we will all be involved was I thought to elect a mayor for the Sheffield City Region.

[Although at the time of writing both leading parties are in ‘turmoil’, the prime minister has announced his resignation and there may be a potential General Election to deal with].

Finally, you will see from pages ahead that we have now launched the 2016 Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards. Following two very successful years in Barnsley, this year we return to Magna and for the first time open entries to any business with an ‘S’ postcode. As you will see, there is a category for every business and I would encourage you to have a look and submit an entry.

This new post is an integral part of the Devolution Deal and a key role in guiding and supporting the growth agenda of the Local Enterprise Partnership. Whilst undoubtedly the new mayor will be a political appointment, it is essential that they and their new team work closely and constructively with the business community. It will only be the private sector that can and will create economic C H A M B E R

* The next edition of The Bulletin will appear after the Awards ceremony at the end of October.

Andrew Denniff Chief Executive

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Telephone: +44 (0)1226 216 166 Email: employer@barnsley.ac.uk Web: www.barnsley.ac.uk @BCApprentices Barnsley College - Apprenticeships

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CHAMBER NEWS

Inside This Issue of

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Chamber News All the latest news from the Chamber.

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Diamond News News from our Diamond Members.

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Platinum Members News from our Platinum Members.

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Chamber Skills Solutions An overview of our Training offering to businesses across the City Region

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Feature Designed in Rotherham Developed in Barnsley Made in Sheffield

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Member News More news from our members.

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External Affairs Local Businesses hear last minute EU Debate

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New Members A full listing of new members.

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Bite Size News A round up from across Barnsley and Rotherham

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International Trade The latest International Trade news from Halton International

If your company would like to feature a news item in The Bulletin, please contact our marketing team: T 01709 386 200 E thebulletin@brchamber.co.uk For more Chamber news and information please visit

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BUSINESS AWARDS

2016 Business Awards – Open for Entry “Once-a-year opportunity to celebrate all that is best in business” The 2016 Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards, in association with RNN Group, officially opened for entry on Monday, 6th June and companies have until September to submit entries.

The awards are open to organisations with an ‘S’ postcode and all members of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce regardless of location.

The ceremony recognises the achievements of businesses and individuals in 11 award categories, as well as awarding an overall Business of the Year – awarded last year to Palmer Construction, who will this year be

handing over their award to another outstanding business.

Andrew Denniff, Chamber Chief Executive said, “This is our once-ayear opportunity to celebrate all that is best in Business Innovation, Enterprise and Growth across our region. I would encourage as many businesses and individuals as possible to consider putting their names forward and get yourselves recognised for your tremendous achievements over the past few months”.

as the “Secure Power Charity of the Year” and will receive a prize donation towards their chosen project, initiative of need and become the Chamber’s Charity of the Year.

The 2016 awards will be returning to Magna Science Adventure Centre on Friday, 14th October, where businesses and individuals will be able to celebrate the achievements of the City Regions organisations.

Good luck to those who are entering this years awards!

Once again, Chamber charity members will have the opportunity to be recognised

Companies can find the full category information and application forms on the Business Awards website - www.brawards.co.uk. The final deadline for entries is Friday 2nd September 2016.

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BUSINESS AWARDS 2016 BARNSLEY AND ROTHERHAM BUSINESS AWARDS CATEGORIES

Most Promising New Business

Business Community Impact

Digital and Creative

Open to all businesses that have been established less than three years, entrants for this award must display a strategic approach to business, successful implementation of a business strategy and have good prospects for the future.

To recognise a person or organisation that has shown continued commitment, enthusiasm and energy in working to improve the environment or quality of life within a community.

This award will recognise a business that has used digital and creative methods to further their business.

Businesses will be expected to demonstrate real creativity in building their brand and brand awareness, the use of digital communications to promote their business and communicate to their customers and how this has impacted the business.

Business Growth This award will recognise a business which, through outstanding vision and leadership, has achieved significant and sustained growth.

Excellence in International Trade This award will recognise a company which can show smart use of research which has enabled it to meet the challenges of trading overseas, particularly in major markets.

This specific award is for companies which have demonstrated excellence in the field of export, import and have built relationships with suppliers or customers overseas.

Manufacturing Excellence This award will recognise a business which can demonstrate all-round excellence, continuous improvement and support of the regional manufacturing agenda in its operation.

Design and Innovation in Business Award This award will recognise a business that has developed an innovative product or process or has diversified through analysing market factors, supply and demand, which has been implemented successfully.

Business Person of the Year This award will recognise an individual who has been instrumental in the overall success of a business over the last three years, whose entrepreneurial outlook and vision for their business sets them apart from the crowd.

Skills Development Award This award will recognise an organisation that can demonstrate excellence in its approach to the skills development of its workforce to positively impact on the overall business.

Apprentice of the Year This award will recognise an individual on the basis of outstanding occupational progress, practical and theoretical ability, positive approach to employment and personal qualities.

Applicants must, at least, be in the second year of an apprenticeship programme, or have finished their apprenticeship within the 12 months previous to September 2016.

Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Award To be awarded to a Tourism, Leisure or Hospitality business who makes an extraordinary effort to provide more than is expected to their visitors.

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UNIQUE EVENT EXPERIENCE

Home to Barnsley Football Club since 1887, Oakwell is an excellent venue both on and off the pitch. · · · ·

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Contact us today to discuss how we can make your event one to remember.

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CHAMBER NEWS

Chamber Staff take on ParkY Run in aid of Yorkshire Cancer Research

Sunday 19th June saw the running of the inaugural ParkY run at Cannon Hall Farm, Barnsley.

ParkY run is an event organised by Yorkshire Cancer Research to raise monies for this fantastic Charity. This included a junior 2K dash for children aged 2 and over, and a 5K fun run, both officially started by Yorkshire Cancer Research’s new patron Sir Michael Parkinson.

Our Membership Executives here at the Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber trained for a number of weeks to take part in the 5K fun run. Whilst supported by Shane on the run, Carrie has a particular affinity with raising money for this cause: Carrie’s brother Adrian Sudbury passed away from leukaemia at the age of 27, in August 2008. Adrian was a reporter for the Huddersfield Examiner and blogged extensively about his experience after being diagnosed.

He led a campaign for more education about bone marrow donation, taking a petition of 11,000 signatures to Downing Street and inspiring Prime Minister Gordon Brown to write to celebrities to raise awareness of the campaign.

Carrie said: “My brother’s incredible story attracted a lot of publicity. I know first-hand

how devastating cancer can be, be it a blood cancer or tissue cancer, so I’m delighted to be able to support Yorkshire Cancer Research and the important work they fund in our region.”

Shane commented “Carrie and myself decided to sign up for the Yorkshire Cancer Research Parky Run as it is a great cause and almost everyone has had someone in their lives who’ve been affected by cancer.

Yorkshire Cancer Research is a fantastic charity and helps bring our region together through events they host and the work they do to raise awareness. Thank you to everyone who sponsored us”.

Community Fundraising Manager at Yorkshire Cancer Research, said: “We’re really grateful to Carrie, Shane and everyone at Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce who supported Parky Run and helped to raise so much money. Carrie only started running recently, along with Shane who’s recently undergone a knee operation, so completing 5K is an amazing achievement and we hope this is the first of many races! The money raised will help more people in Yorkshire avoid, survive and cope with cancer.”

All in all the Carrie and Shane raised in excess of £400 for this great cause.

Carrie added “Whilst the run was tougher than expected, it was very enjoyable and we raised a lot of money for a great cause”.

Thank you to all who made a donation and congratulations to Carrie and Shane from everyone at the Chamber.

Patsy Robertshaw, Events, Partners and

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MEMBER NEWS

There is no better time to employ an apprentice

The government aims to have three million apprentices recruited into employment by 2020 and, with the introduction of the Apprenticeship Levy in 2017 and employer contributions, the funding landscape for apprenticeships is changing too.

By working with businesses, Barnsley College can help employers understand and adjust to these changes and ensure they can get the most out of the services and funding available. They support businesses in accessing funds through the Sheffield City Region and Leeds City Region Local Enterprise Partnership (LEPs) to help pay for non-mandatory training, and provide apprenticeship training and support for new and existing members of staff.

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The college offers a range of training and recruitment solutions that are bespoke to suit the business type, size and industry.

These include:

If you have any questions about apprenticeships, training or funding opportunities, contact Barnsley College’s Work Based Learning team by calling 01226 216 166 or by emailing employer@barnsley. ac.uk or meet the team at the Chamber Means Business exhibition at the Oakwell Stadium on Thursday 15 September 2016.

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With apprenticeship success rates of 87.9%, Barnsley College is the third best performing general further education college for apprenticeships in the UK. It offers over 80 apprenticeship frameworks across all industries including Construction, Hair and Beauty, Childcare, and Creative and Digital Media.

Enterprising Barnsley in new drive to boost economic growth Enterprising Barnsley, the economic development arm of Barnsley Council, has rebranded and refocused its business support service to help entrepreneurs set up new businesses, established employers grow their businesses, and companies considering the borough to relocate here.

Euroglaze, who have recently had their busiest month yet for sales; and specialist machinery suppliers MOBA UK, who moved their national HQ to Park Springs in Barnsley from Buckinghamshire.

Barnsley smashed its targets for economic growth in the last twelve months and attracted nearly three times more new businesses to the borough than expected.

In addition, Barnsley has just been ranked as being within the top 20 destinations, outside of London, for Foreign Direct Investment.

Enterprising Barnsley now aims to repeat that performance and help create an additional 1,300 private sector jobs in 2016/17.

successful new businesses; and developing industrial units with partners at the Gateway 36 site just of the M1, to attract inward investment.

Projects include managing the Sheffield City Region (SCR) Launchpad programme, which helps entrepreneurs set up and run

Successful companies recently supported

by Enterprising Barnsley include Carltonbased window and door manufacturers

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Enterprising Barnsley manage the Digital Media Centre in the town centre, which has seen business occupancy increase by 30 per cent since last year.

To find out how Enterprising Barnsley can help your business, call 01226 787 535 or email investment@barnsley.gov.uk.

CHAMBER NEWS

The Leading Business to Business exhibition in South Yorkhire We are set to host our annual business to business exhibition, in association with Barnsley College, Enterprising Barnsley and Segmentation Group, at Oakwell Stadium on Thursday 15th September.

On the day the event will run from 9am to 3pm and as always will provide businesses the opportunity to meet with exhibitors, network with local businesses and make new contacts.

Over 50 Chamber members will be exhibiting in the Chamber of Commerce Legends Suite and across the hospitality areas of Oakwell, plus FREE seminars which are due to take place in the Premier Lounge at various times throughout the day on an array of topics.

Last year’s event at Wentworth Woodhouse attracted over 400 visitors who came to network and visit the 57 exhibitors there on the day.

Chamber Operations Manager, Mark Hannigan said: “The exhibition continues to go from strength to strength and gives business people the perfect opportunity to meet other businesses from the region and develop your relationships.

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We would encourage all businesses within the City Region to come along for an hour or two. It’s free to attend and we hope to see many of you there on the day”.

Book your FREE place online at www.chambermeansbusiness.co.uk For further information contact our Events team on 01709 386200.

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ADVERTORIAL

20th Anniversary of Franks & Co The firm started on May 29, 1996 in the Sheffield. Since then, we have grown from one patent attorney to our present size of 25 staff.

In 2009, the practice merged with the practice of TM Gregory & Co in Northampton.

Our trade marks business has grown and we now have 15 European trade marks attorneys, five of whom will be Chartered Trade Mark Attorneys following the award of a Royal Charter to the Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys.

Along the way, we have filed and prosecuted patents, trade mark and design applications for our clients in many countries of the world.

We have acted for clients from every walk of life, and in many fields of technology for the world’s largest corporations through the range of mid-sized companies, Universities, small and medium-sized enterprises, and

individual inventors, all of whom are treated with the same care and consideration.

Over the past twenty years, the patent and trade mark landscape has changed. Rights have become more cost-effective than before. Clients now obtain broader territorial protection as a result of European and international patent, trade mark and design procedures.

Our European patent attorneys will represent clients before the new Unified Patent Court, of the European Union.

We look forward to working with all our client’s old and new over the next twenty years. Whilst everything else may change we will stand by our core values of high quality work, reliability and efficient service.

Patent agents and trade mark agents have adopted the names of patent attorneys and trade mark attorneys, and can represent clients before the patent, trade mark and design courts, both in the UK and abroad.

For more information contact Franks & Co on: 0114 249 9888 or email franksco@franksco.com

DIAMOND NEWS

Expansion & Growth for CSP Systems CSP Systems Ltd, Diamond Partners to Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce and official Develop Partners, are pleased to welcome on board Dean Middleton.

The CSP Systems team includes Andy Bethel, Thomas Mackrill and Dean who can boast more than 75 years experience and knowledge of copy, print and scanning solutions.

Dean is fully trained and accredited on the full range of Develop multifunction network office machines and is a thoroughly knowledgeable service engineer/consultant. He adds to CSP Systems Ltd a priceless amount of expertise and skills for any business that decides to place its business with them.

CSP Systems provide copy/scan/print

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solutions and equipment for companies throughout Yorkshire from SME’s to larger enterprises across all sectors, with plans for expansion well on their way.

As a dedicated and accredited Develop Solutions partner, CSP Systems will create a tailored package for your business.

If its time to replace your existing copy/scan/ print equipment, or if you’re unsure that your current systems are working effectively for you, the CSP Systems team are here to help.

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Additionally, CSP Systems will be launching exclusive offers for BR Chamber members,.

CSP Systems’ customers are treated, like friends and family, so feel free to contact us on 01226 449779 or email enquiries@cspsystems.co.uk for honest, reliable, professional advice.

Working in partnership with you, to find and develop your workforce through apprenticeships, training and higher–level skills For more information: www.rnngroup.co.uk 01709 722820

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Foundation offers free support to region’s organisations Wosskow Brown Foundation, who have pledged to help 100 businesses, 100 charities and social enterprises, and 100 sports clubs across the region between 2014-19 has now announced a new call for their third cohort under the WB100 initiative.

Richard Caborn, former Industry and Sports Minister and driving force behind the Olympic Legacy Park at Don Valley, recently praised the Wosskow Brown Foundation initiative calling it ‘a model for the UK to follow’ Hugo Russell, owner of start up Now Then Cleaners said, “The Wosskow Brown Foundation has really helped to put the foundations in place for Now Then Cleaners. From great advice and networking opportunities to the business incubation space and seminars we have and continued to receive has been of immeasurable help as a start up business’ The Wosskow Brown Foundation has also helped Pulse Health, Fitness & Wellbeing who

provide sessions to over 150 care homes and schools in Yorkshire. Pulse HFW Director Chris Chapman said, ”The Foundation has given us unlimited contacts with such as solicitors, accountants, financial advisors and many more - along with general and strategic support on how to scale up our business.”

Contact Jim Lawson for further information on 0114 230 0100.

PLATINUM MEMBERS

Catering students serve royal feast for the Queen’s 90th birthday Six Barnsley College Catering students have recently spent the week at Windsor cooking for the Queen, her family, friends and acquaintances during the annual Royal Horse Show.

Preparing over 650 meals each day, the students and their tutors supported lead chefs in cooking and serving classic and modern cuisine to both the royal restaurant and members’ restaurant which consisted of VIPs and exclusive guests.

The prestigious event also marked the Queen’s 90th birthday where royalty from around the world were also invited.

Catering course leader, Martyn Hollingsworth, together with tutors Angela McGinley and James Key expressed how extremely proud of the students they were for being such fine ambassadors of the

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college and coping well under pressure.

Martyn said: “Catering for such a highprofile event was a challenge for myself and my colleagues, who are highly qualified and experienced, so for our students to take on the challenge and do such a wonderful job is extraordinary. They worked to professional standards throughout the week and were praised by industry experts for their diligence and remarkable work ethic.”

Level 3 Catering student, Olivia Ely, said: “The week we spent at Windsor was a whirlwind. I really enjoyed being part of such a high-profile event and working

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alongside industry professionals. As a team we worked really well under pressure and have taken home a lot of skills that we can use in the future. Thanks to the cooking techniques we have learnt during our courses at college, we already had the expertise required to support the chefs effectively and efficiently.”

The students made such an impression with the catering company ‘Payne and Gunter’ that they have all been offered jobs on completion of their courses and, along with their tutors, have been invited to work the next royal event on the calendar which is yet to be confirmed.

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Apprentices show Rotherham’s future is in safe hands MYTH-BUSTING mechanical engineer Philip Holley restored his boss’s faith in apprenticeships Philip, who took the Rotherham Apprentice of the Year Awards (intermediate) title alongside Alex Bellis (higher level), chose to reject college or university in favour of workbased experience.

His boss at Barbot Hall-based ZND UK Ltd, Paul Stevenson, said: “Philip has restored my faith and belief that an apprenticeship programme is a worthwhile exercise for any business.”

Philip, a maintenance engineer with temporary fencing and pedestrian barrier manufacturer ZND, said: “I didn’t really want to go to university and decided to take an apprentice role and get a bit of experience in what engineering was about and I don’t regret that all.

“Thanks to my apprenticeship I have secured a job that I love which means I work as hard as I can daily. To be recognised in this way doing something I am so passionate about is almost surreal. I appreciate all of the feedback the judging panel and event organisers gave me on the day, and I feel even more confident going about my role.

“I hope to use this opportunity to promote the benefits available from taking an apprenticeship to learn work and life skills as well as a fantastic career if you apply yourself effectively.”

The Advertiser decided to stage the awards in partnership with the Business Growth Board after initial discussions with Ian Goodall, of Aardvark Swift.

Ian said: “I am proud to say that the awards were my idea. The aim is to bust the myth that apprenticeships are for people not intelligent enough to go to university.

“We have succeeded in doing that today and next year we will aim to have even more entries.”

Article and photograph supplied by: The Rotherham Advertiser Pictured from left to right: Alex Bellis ( Expert Web), Eve Keenan (Deputy Mayor), Pat Keenan ( Consort) & Ian Goodall ( Aardvark Swift)

“There is a stereotype about apprentices being kids who can’t get to university but that’s not the case.”

Alex’s nominator at web design and digital marketing agency Expert Web in Bramley, Chris Harpin, said: “I don’t think Expert Web would have proceeded had it not been for the role Alex played during the early days.”

And project manager Alex added: “I was delighted to have been selected as a finalist and knew that I was up against three great candidates, so when I was announced as the winner it came as a complete shock.

Monday was a fantastic experience and a defining moment in my career that I will never forget.

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TRAINING

Relaunch of training services to support South Yorkshire’s businesses Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber’s training arm has been re-launched to further support businesses across the region with any training requirements they may have.

Chamber Skills Solutions (CSS) works with a large network of quality specialist training providers to deliver training that meets requirements across all sectors and occupational areas, from Manufacturing to First Aid, there is a wide variation of courses to cover all businesses. On top of this we also run in-house accredited courses on an array of topics.

The relaunch will see a more comprehensive training schedule, with the introduction of Prince 2 training and CSCS Card training and application.

The Chamber has an ongoing commitment to support businesses across the region to grow and develop their businesses, as part of this commitment it is important to provide a quality service to support our member’s workforce.

Dominic Beck, Corporate Affairs Manager “We are delighted to promote the benefits of training through CSS which is now 100% owned and managed by the Chamber.

CSS is already a well-established training company providing skills and development

to hundreds of businesses across the region. As a Chamber member we are here to support you with all your training and skills development needs, we are here to help so please get in touch.”

For more information on our training courses please visit: www.brchamber.co.uk/training or alternatively contact our training department on: 01709 386200

All training is competitively priced; whether attending an open training course or a tailored on-site group course. We now also have the facility to manage training matrix’s for companies to ensure your workforce is always compliant and up-todate.

Carrie Knapton - Chamber Skills Training Executive I grew up in Pinxton, Nottinghamshire until I moved away to attend London Metropolitan University, to study Film Studies and Photography in 2002.

Following graduating with a 2:1 BA Hons in Film, I moved to Barnsley in 2006.

I joined British Gas Commercial Services Ltd, based at Bradmarsh Business Park, in 2009 on the Electrical Reactive Helpdesk Scheduling team. I then joined the British Gas Training Services Department in 2011, where I became the Business Development Manager, before moving on to the Chamber of Commerce where I have been part of the membership team for the last 3 years.

I am excited and looking forward to the challenge of developing Chamber Skills Solutions and working with local businesses across the City Region to develop their workforce.

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PATRONS

Are you worried about an ageing loved one?

One of our patrons, Sheffield based Westfield Health, have invested in a new product innovation, the 3rings plug, which offers a simple proposition: If you worry about an ageing loved one, but can’t always be there, the 3rings plug could help.

Simply by plugging an appliance a loved one uses regularly, like the kettle or TV, into their 3rings plug, up to 10 family members or friends get reassuring messages, straight to their mobile phone letting them know that everything is OK. And, if no activity is detected, they’ll receive an alert, enabling someone to check on their loved one that all is well.

It’s very easy to use and install, simply plug it in and connect. And, it’s none intrusive too.

In short, the 3rings plug delivers a simple and affordable solution, offering a great deal of peace of mind to those worrying every day about their ageing loved one, whilst at the same time respecting their privacy and

helping them to stay independent and in their own home for as long as possible.

For more information about the 3rings plug: 0114 250 2000 or westfieldhealth.com/3rings

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FEATURE

Designed in Rotherham

It is well recognised that ‘Made in Sheffield’ is synonymous with high quality manufacture, but for every product made, that product has had to be designed.

Design is everywhere, it impacts all of us all of the time and Rotherham is rich in design capability and all those businesses associated in getting things made, prototyped and tested before they are handed over for manufacture.

This is best exemplified by all the design activity that takes place at the Innovation Technology Centre located on the AMP on the outskirts of Rotherham at Catcliffe.

In this building design activity ranges from how to super cool computers through to the 3D printing of silicone. Companies such as Eden Consulting Engineering who design and build specialist engineering rigs that are used across the world; companies such as Performance Engineered Solutions who are reverse engineering classic products and components ensuring the knowledge and legacy of historic engineering is never lost.

Now the reputation that Sheffield has earned for its manufacturing has taken many years, indeed arguably over three centuries, so Rotherham’s design sector has some catching up to do

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and a status to develop. But, the value of Rotherham as a hot bed of design goes beyond the design consultants themselves. Fripp Design + Research are a well-established and recognised product design consultancy that trades globally from their design studio on the AMP. Although Fripp are excellent at what they do, there are many other design companies that can make similar claims. Where they gain a competitive edge is through the design supply chain.

Within 5 miles of their studio, 95 per cent of their entire supply chain are located companies such as AME Prototyping at Dinnington, who supply Fripp with prototyping services. Similarly IIdea Ltd are co-located on the AMP and supply specialist component manufacture.

Other companies in the supply chain supply fabrication and electronic design services.

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client with timely and cost effective solutions to their design needs and allows Fripp to build long-term relationships and knowledge of their supplier’s capacity, knowledge and capabilities.

However, the Innovation Technology Centre is not alone. Located across the entire borough of Rotherham are centres where new and early stage businesses are involved in designing new software products, new types of materials for use in additive and advanced manufacturing and service design. This wealth of design capability is why companies such as Boeing, Siemens and Rolls Royce choose to come to Rotherham.

If you want something designing, then the cry is get it ‘Designed in Rotherham’.

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FEATURE

Developed in Barnsley Laser expert Cutting Technologies (CutTec) is challenging perceptions and pushing boundaries when it comes to laser cutting and engraving, whilst working on projects that have been to space with Major Tim Peake.

The company has been confident enough to break out of its traditional manufacturing mould and, following successful diversification, is now working alongside the world’s most accomplished designers, brands, architects and artists.

During the recession, Cut Tec spotted a gap in the market and decided to invest heavily in new machinery and developing the skills of its staff.

Now, having successfully evolved, the Barnsley-based manufacturer laser cuts and engraves a diverse range of materials from wood to copper, and

almost everything in between.

Projects have varied from laser cutting latex for Paris Couture Week, laser cutting corten for the Conrad Shawcross’ showcase at the Royal Academy of Arts’ Summer Exhibition to laser engraving an Astro-Pi, currently on board the International Space Station as part of Tim Peake’s mission.

Cut Tec is proving first hand, that there’s no limit when it comes to laser cutting and engraving.

“It wasn’t simple connecting engineers and art, but we were lucky many of the skills needed already existed in our team,” explained Jane Robinson, director and co-founder of Cutting Technologies.

“We’ve worked hard to maintain the traditional steel and engineering side of our business. However, when the two worlds collide, it can create incredible pieces of art.”

Having worked alongside world-renowned designers such as Conrad Shawcross, Sir Anthony Gormley and Moritz Waldemeyer, Cut Tec has become a top class provider to the creative industry.

The whole company shares a creative ethos that the only limit is one’s imagination. British manufacturing – starting right here in Barnsley - has never been so bold!

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Made in Sheffield - The Manufacturing Forum The Manufacturing Forum is run by manufacturers for manufacturers, in partnership with the Cutlers’ Company, the Chambers of Commerce, EEF and Made in Sheffield members in the Sheffield City Region. The Forum’s objective is to support and promote manufacturing businesses in the Sheffield City Region. We aim to do this by Informing, Influencing and encouraging Innovation.

The Forum organises events on various topics, providing a platform for knowledge sharing, networking with other manufacturers and establishing new valuable contacts. It informs on the world-class manufacturing capabilities in the region, showcases the excellence in research and development that is taking place, demonstrates career opportunities within manufacturing sector in our region and shares relevant news.

Act Now: If you are a Manufacturer and are not yet a member, please join us.

Membership attendance to our events and the listing in our website directory is FREE. Joining is easy via our website www.themanufacturingforum.org.uk.

STRONG APRIL FIGURES OFFER ENCOURAGEMENT TO MANUFACTURING SECTOR

at a time when most economic figures published recently have been disappointing.

“But there is no room for any complacency.

Manufacturing output is still below its pre-recession level, and longer-term trends show that the sector is struggling.

• Manufacturing output in April 2016 was up 2.3% on the month, and was up 0.8% on the year • Total industrial production in April 2016 was up 2.0% on the month, and was up 1.6% on the year Commenting on the UK Index of Production figures for April 2016, published on the 8th June by the ONS, David Kern, BCC Chief Economist, said:

“This is unsurprising given current adverse global economic conditions, but the latest figures show that there are still areas of strength in British manufacturing that must be supported.

“A healthy manufacturing base remains critical to the well-being of our economy in key areas such as exports, productivity and innovation.”

Source: British Chamber of Commerce

“After a long run of disappointing results, April’s stronger than expected figures should provide a much needed boost to confidence The Year of Making 2016 celebrates our past, present and future as a city of makers and promotes a world city with an international reputation for excellence and innovation.

The Special Made in Sheffield exhibition forms part of the Year of Making and is a dazzling celebration of the internationallyrenowned making and manufacture that takes place in our 21st century city region.

Sheffield companies, the exhibition showcases the remarkable diversity of design and production in the city region, from global aeronautical engineering to ground-breaking digital industries, as well as the many talented individuals working in studios and workshops across the city.

Featuring work by over 100 leading

Forthcoming Event: 12th July 2016, 4.30-8pm, Millennium Gallery, coinciding with the Year of Making exhibition.

Registration necessary. Please email: info@themanufacturingforum.org.uk Year of Making Taking place from the 6th July 2016 right through to January 2017, the Sheffield region celebrates a Year of Making, an opportunity to foreground all forms of making in the city and region – from advanced manufacturing, specialist steels, forged products, cutting tools, flanges, bearings and blades to award winning theatre, international art and design, ground-breaking research and world class talent.

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ADVERTORIAL

Fire safety can sometimes be a matter of life or death. Is your business prepared for the unexpected?

At a time of continued economic challenge, it is more important than ever to ensure your business is in the best possible shape - and that includes preparing for an unexpected, catastrophic event like a fire.

Recognition for businesses

In response to this Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce are doing what they do best; lending support to local public services, businesses and organisations which all play an important part in the Sheffield City Region.

The Chamber has developed the Business Fire Safety South Yorkshire project to raise fire safety awareness amongst local businesses to reinforce the many positive activities that are happening at South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue’ explains Adrian Platts, Coordinator for the project. It is a free initiative delivered in partnership with South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue, and funded through the Stronger Safer Communities Reserve by South Yorkshire Fire Authority.

Our mantra is “Don’t risk a life or your business” and we mean every word. We support businesses to develop a fire safety culture that is responsive, measured and above all supports employee welfare and business continuity. The project was launched in September 2015 and has to date supported a range of businesses in South Yorkshire with fire safety guidance, tools and support.

How it supports businesses The project engages with businesses of any size and type, and promotes the fire safety message across the area. As part of the toolkit, businesses receive a free fire safety folder with all the relevant templates to manage fire safety. It even comes with a free emergency torch too.

Businesses can get direct support through either a site visit or attending a masterclass to gear up with the knowledge needed to effectively manage fire safety at their premises. All of the information directly supports the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which is a legal requirement for businesses to meet in regards to fire safety at a place of business.

Expanding awareness with the fire safety app As part of the initiative, technology has also been used to engage workplaces by providing a Business Fire Safety app that serves not only the management teams, but front line staff also. The idea behind the concept is to continually maintain staff awareness through a weekly notification system that reminds them of basic fire safety considerations.

It’s all about staff being made aware of fire safety more often and alleviates some of the pressure for managers to remember fire safety issues all of the time.

For those businesses that have their fire safety management systems organised and in place already, they can also benefit as part of the project. An accreditation scheme is provided that recognises those businesses who are up to speed with fire safety, and more importantly it is acknowledged by South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue. Providing business meet some straightforward criteria, they can achieve accreditation in a relatively simple process.

Who is eligible?

All businesses that pay their rates to either Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham or Sheffield local authorities are eligible for support so if you’d like to find out a bit more about the project, please give us a call or visit our web page. Did we already mention that support is provided for free? We did. And it helps you stay on the right side of the law. The real question is… What has your business got to lose?

Contact Business Fire Safety South Yorkshire on 01709 386200 or visit www.brchamber.co.uk/business-fire-safety

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ADVERTORIAL

South Yorkshire’s Freight Forwarder heads in the right direction Unity Logistics is one of Rotherham’s newest businesses, established

by Simon Arnold and Emma Jarrett, and is now at the end of its first six months of trading life and continues to go from strength to strength.

On Friday 27th November 2015 Unity Logistics opened for business providing freight services to business who have a need to pay for the transportation of goods both nationally and internationally, even taking their first order on the same day.

The company specialises on the provision of services in getting goods literally from point A to point B. The permutations of how to complete what seems like a relatively simple task is where the specialism comes in. When transporting goods, dependant on what you are transporting, there are 3 options. Road, Air, Sea. The art comes in planning this movement within budget and more often than not, within time scales stated by the client. This is where Unity Logistics come in their own.

The company now helps over 25 local business move goods around the globe and export everything from nuts, bolts and washers to cement and machinery on a daily basis.

The long term goals for the company include working with local businesses, helping to advise them on moving goods around both the UK and internationally before looking to open a series of satellite office across the UK, taking the model established in Rotherham and helping companies across the UK.

By Road, Sea or Air, there is more to Logistics than just moving goods from A to B. Ask Unity Logistics.

For more information on Unity Logistics and how they could help your business contact either : Simon or Emma on 01709 700 548 during office hours or alternatively by e-mail at simon@unitylogistics.co.uk or emma@unitylogistics.co.uk

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MEMBER NEWS

IT Desk have teamed up with HallamFM Cash for Kids South Yorkshire’s IT suppliers have joined powers with Sheffield’s children’s charity to raise funds throughout 2016.

Hallam FM’s Cash for Kids charity raises money for both individuals and groups of children who need a little bit of extra support, either due to illness or as a result of growing up in deprived areas. Every bit of cash they receive stays within the South Yorkshire area. Last year over 91,000 children were helped across a multitude of causes.

So far since April this year IT Desk have raised £300 for the charity, with their latest activity being ‘Superhero Day’. All the team took part in dressing up as a superhero and giving a minimum donation of £5; along with selling cupcakes, pop and other refreshments, and playing Bingo to raise further funds. In addition to the money raised on the day, the IT Desk directors then matched what was raised in order to double their efforts!

Barnsley FC’s mascot, Toby Tyke, attended the event and presented the Cash for Kids team with a signed Barnsley FC shirt, donated by IT Desk to Hallam FM’s charity auction.

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Commercial Director of IT Desk, Steve Harper said: “This has been a great day for a great cause and Toby Tyke getting involved was marvellous. We’re happy to be supporting Hallam FM’s Cash for Kids, we love playing a part in their brilliant work.

We pride ourselves on leading the way in the IT world, but we also want to lead the way in the charity world too and encourage others to take inspiration from us to do something fun for charity.”

Cash for Kids Charity Manager, Allan Ogle added: “As a local charity we pride ourselves on working with local companies particularly Chamber members. Our fundraising ideas and opportunities are creative and generate fantastic PR, meaning not only are you supporting a local cause but your business can benefit too.

“We’re incredibly excited about working with IT Desk for the forthcoming year, knowing that their fundraising is helping the local communities that they serve.”

MEMBER NEWS

Conference growth sees confidence returning to South Yorkshire economy An independently-owned South Yorkshire hotel believes business confidence is returning to the local economy after recording its largest number of conference bookings since before the 2008 financial crisis.

Rotherham-based Carlton Park Hotel, situated on Moorgate Road, has seen conference bookings increase by over 20% during the past twelve months and is set to achieve further growth after securing a number of new long term contracts.

The hotel’s position close to the town centre and local council offices has seen it benefit from an upswing in local government meetings whilst strong relationships with private sector Rotherham companies have seen it chosen to host a range of events from external training to industrial deafness clinics and drop in centres. After recording significant growth in the numbers of informal business meetings being held in the hotel, Carlton Park has also invested £ 20,000 upgrading its Moorgate and President Suites, including decor, furnishings and audio-visual

on the importance of face-to-face contact with both clients and members of staff: “As a whole, the hotel industry was hit hard by the recession but rising conference bookings is a clear sign that business confidence is slowly starting to return.

equipment, as part of a broader investment in the hotel’s facilities.

Sales manager Jason Gossop believes the growth of Carlton Park’s conference bookings isn’t just a reflection of the growing confidence amongst the South Yorkshire business community, but growing numbers of businesses are placing greater emphasis

“The growth in conferencing reflects the importance placed upon face-toface contact when it comes to building closer working relationships with business associates and colleagues.

“Hotels have long been a popular choice when it comes to hosting business events, offering an opportunity for business owners and members of staff to avoid the distractions associated with running a business and concentrating on completing the task at hand. “

Local homecare provider recognised with Queen’s Award for Enterprise Private provider and franchisor, Home Instead, receives the UK’s highest accolade for business success – the Queens Award for Enterprise 2016.

The award from Her Majesty The Queen recognises the brand’s contribution to society, which helps thousands of elderly people continue to live in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, happily and healthily for as long as possible. A total of 249 businesses were named this year.

We are proud that the company has won many awards, as have many of our CAREGivers, in recognition of the quality of care we provide. It is our declared mission to change the face of ageing and this award is proof that we are well on our way to achieving this aim”.

Home Instead’s award for Innovation has been made in recognition of their unique model of companionship-based home care.

Home Instead was launched in the UK in 2005 and was brought to Barnsley in 2006.

Since then the brand has grown to a national network of 175 offices, caring for 8,000 clients, providing five million hours of care each year. The homecare provider currently holds the National Great British Care Award, and were finalist in the Yorkshire and Humberside Great British Care Awards.

Managing Director, Bryn Evans said: “The recognition this award brings is fantastic for us but it is also a good news story for the home care sector as a whole, bringing greater awareness of a new kind of home care, fit for the 21st century.

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Join us for a superb day at Doncaster Racecourse at our very own St Leger Festival Winning Post Marquee for 2016 Doncaster Cup Day. The Winning Post Marquee, positioned in the centre of the course, overlooking the Winning Post provides a superb dining and social experience, positioned at the very heat of the action and offering unbeatable views of Doncaster’s straight mile. Feel the adrenaline with the sounds of ad thundering hooves and crowds roaring, as the horses’ race towards the post.

Guests will receive: • Entrance badge for course admission and exclusive marquee • Reserved car parking (1 per 2 guests) • Three-course lunch • Light afternoon tea • Unlimited house wines, beers and soft drinks • Race card for each guest • Racing newspapers • Tote Facility • Networking opportunities

MEMBER NEWS

Brearley & Co expand their operation into Dinnington

Swinton based accountants Brearley & Co have announced that they have opened a new office in Dinnington having recently acquired local firm, Cartlidge & Co Accountants, based on Laughton Road in the town.

Brearley & Co have been established over 30 years and pride themselves in providing a timely, comprehensive and proactive service that business can rely on. The new office in Dinnington allows the opportunity to take this ethos to a wide client base and larger geographical spread.

Brearley & Co Managing Director, Mark Smallman said: “As a forward thinking and progressive firm we’ve been thinking about opening a second office for a while, but now seems the perfect time. We are very excited about the opportunity to become a part of the Dinnington business community. We have received a warm welcome from the Cartlidge

& Co clients and look forward to supporting local businesses, providing a first class service Dinnington has a thriving and growing community of innovative start-up companies, and we believe that we are well placed to offer advice, support and expertise not only in Dinnington but also the wider community.

We have a number of clients in and around the town already and demand for our services continues to grow,” He added: “The new office on Laughton Road will give our Dinnington-based clients a far more convenient place to visit us whilst allow us to grow our client base in this area.”

Brearley & Co.’s continued success is a testimony to their dynamic approach and ability to fulfil client demands. This requires the highest level of commitment and performance. They recognise that the ingredients of a successful relationship are teamwork and close co-operation with their clients.

To contact Brearley & Co in Dinnington Call : 01909 567767 or email: admin@brearleyandco.co.uk

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MEMBER NEWS

Sutton McGrath Hartley open new office in Rotherham town centre

Sutton McGrath Hartley, the South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire firm of Chartered Accountants who offer comprehensive expertise on the financial interactions of businesses, individuals & families, have opened a new office in central Rotherham to continue the firm’s growth strategies.

David Sutton, Managing Partner at Sutton McGrath Hartley comments: “Rotherham town centre has a vibrant business community which we need to be a part of and the prominent location of our office on The Crofts means we will get more passing trade from individuals who want to consider their personal financial affairs as well.

build on this and attract new business from the area.

www.suttonmcgrathhartley.co.uk for further information.

Sutton McGrath Hartley will be arranging an open evening for businesses and individuals located in Rotherham who wish to discuss any of their financial requirements in more detail in the coming weeks. Please see

Pictured from left to right: David Sutton, Managing Partner, Kate Wilkinson, Office Manager and James Hartley, Partner, outside the new Rotherham office of Sutton McGrath Hartley.

“As a firm we are now rivalling the larger independent firms in the region, so having a physical presence in the main towns in the region is an essential part of our growth strategy’’.

Kate Wilkinson, a partner in the Rotherham office adds: “Opening a multi service office in Rotherham was the obvious next step for the firm. It allows us to be closer to our existing Rotherham based clients who will be able to tap into the full range of services on offer at Sutton McGrath Hartley, but also to

Don’t let holiday workforce give you the summertime blues, local business owners warned

Local business owners who take on temporary workers over the next few months are being warned not to let paperwork oversights give them the summertime blues.

Nick Brook who runs TaxAssist Accountants in Barnsley said: “Local small businesses will be taking on temporary staff throughout this summer and with seasonal pressure on employers’ summer holiday rotas and work schedules, it could be tempting to pay workers cash in hand to cut costs.

“But employers who scrimp on the paperwork run the risk of hefty financial penalties. Generally, you should follow the same procedure for temporary or student

workers as you do for new full, or part-time, workers.

“If a P45 is missing, a Starter Checklist formerly the P46 form – must be completed and if the employee’s income is more than £155 a week, employers must account for National Insurance. If they earn more than £917 a month on average, they must also pay income tax.

“Employers must also make sure that

employees are paid the minimum wage appropriate for their age and circumstances.

Since April 2016, over 25s have been entitled to a minimum of the National Living Wage of £7.20 per hour.

“HMRC will hold employers liable for any shortfall in tax or pay, and any short-comings in their records. We’re urging local business owners not to let paperwork oversights give them a costly headache this summer.”

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EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

Local Businesses hear last minute EU Debate

With less than a week before the UK goes to the polls the Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce held their EU Referendum Debate, on Friday 17th, in association with Claydon Accountancy, at the Holiday Inn, Barnsley.

The debate focussed on opposing arguments that will impact on businesses and the economy of both leaving or remaining in the European Union.

At the beginning of the meeting the sad loss of Jo Cox MP was marked by a moment of silence and reflection following the devastating loss of a well respected public servant.

The debate was chaired by the Chamber’s President Paul Jagger MBE and included four business representatives, two arguing for both sides of the debate. Arguing to remain in the EU were William Beckett and Julia Gash both Sheffield based business people, and Ged Shields and Clive Watkinson arguing to leave the EU who are both businessmen based in Barnsley.

personal beliefs were and what they felt was right for future generations, those who will be most affected by the vote.

found it a useful and informative debate which will help them form their own decision on how they will choose to vote”.

Andrew Denniff, Chief Executive of the Chamber said, “It is crucial that as part of this debate the views of businesses and business people are heard and that the economic arguments are aired. The Chamber of Commerce is well placed to do this on behalf of our 1200 member companies across the region.

“By holding the event we hope attendees

The panellists debated many important business issues, including the impact on interest rates, regional investment, access to skills and significantly on the affect on export and imports. There was a consensus from all the panellists who encouraged the audience to vote according to what their

So Where Do We Fit In Now …. ?

Commenting the weekend after the EU Referendum result the Chamber President, Paul Jagger said;

“After the long, frustrating and considered by many negative campaigns on both sides, we now know the outcome. Wherever we were personally, the result at the ballot box is emphatic and, if the scale of the result may be surprising to many, the one certainty is that whatever the motives of individual voters, the way ahead should be clear.

“The challenge now for business in Barnsley and Rotherham is to respond and prosper in a very unsure environment. We now have the uncertainty of decoupling from the EU and for the moment no clear idea of the shape of a future government that will negotiate that deal. Let’s just think about the priorities we should press for

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in Europe will have to change and there is no guarantee on any of the current policies and funding continuing. If we seek to protect the status quo we will have to engage closely and early on behalf of our members.

through our local, regional and national contacts.

“Business grows in an environment without surprises and with a safe secure economy, so we would want I think an early settlement of the Brexit to stabilise the pound and the wider economy. The current weakness of the pound and the fluctuating stock market does not serve business well.

“Secondly and equally important, but over a longer period, are the funding streams for business support. The current regulations

“To some of us who voted to Remain, it may have seemed like the end of the world on Friday morning but every change has always in business to be seen not only as a challenge but an opportunity.”

“We have a responsibility at the Chamber of Commerce to grasp this on behalf of our members and as we begin to navigate these difficult and uncertain times the Chamber must continue to stand in support of its members and the wider business community”.

EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

HS2 Latest - South Yorkshire Link Could be Scrapped.

No doubt many of you are aware of the debate over the location of the HS2 station in South Yorkshire.

To clarify, the original and current proposal

by HS2 themselves is to locate the station at or near to Meadowhall, however a counter proposal was put forward by Sheffield City Council for a brand new station located in the city centre, on the site of the old Victoria station.

The Sheffield city centre option would cost £1.6 Billion (that’s £1,600,000,000!) more than the originally proposed Meadowhall option, involve demolishing a large number of houses and digging extra tunnels. Not only this, but the city centre is already heavily congested with traffic.

So what’s the point in adding to this problem? It would also significantly delay the whole project and add longer journey times to and from Leeds.

This proposal by Sheffield City Council and

others, to use HS2 money to redevelop their city centre would be bad enough in itself, however it now threatens the whole of the Yorkshire link of HS2, with worrying noises coming from government that the ‘eastern leg’ could be scrapped entirely.

This would put the whole of Yorkshire and indeed the rest of the North East, at a huge disadvantage to the Midlands and North West England.

So come on Sheffield, we know that you’ve spent a significant amount of local taxpayer’s money on this, but it’s time to call it a day and get behind Meadowhall which is supported by the rest of the city region.

The potential alternative is no HS2 at all!

To get involved with transport or any of our other working groups please email: dominic.beck@brchamber.co.uk

Clive Watkinson Chair - Transport Working Group

Your Chamber Needs You! The Chamber is calling on all Chamber members to get involved with our Representation Council and Working Groups.

The Chamber’s Representation Council which is made up of businessmen and women from across the region and meets six times a year to influence the strategic vision and direction of the Chamber. Our three working groups the Policy & External Affairs Committee, Transport

Working Group and Women in Business feed into Representation Council and we are looking for more people to get involved. Involvement with the Chamber will give you a deeper understanding of its aims and role within the regional economy.

Contact the Chamber to find out more – 01709 386200

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SteelPhalt in Rotherham Since 1960 SteelPhalt has been developing and manufacturing high performance steel slag asphalt products for the UK roadmaking industry since the 1960’s.

SteelPhalt has been developing and manufacturing high performance steel slag asphalt products for the UK roadmaking industry since the 1960’s.

Based in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, SteelPhalt is ideally located to source slag cost-effectively from the surrounding steel industry - a sustainable way of making asphalt since at least 95% of the product is recycled. With a reputation for first class products matched by a commitment to innovation and sustainability, SteelPhalt works in partnership with local authorities and contractors to deliver durable roads for a sustainable world.

Steel slag has inherent properties which make it ideally suited for use as a surface course for road construction:

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SteelFlow: miles more economical can be laid 15mm thick for long lasting high performance

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SteelSurf: Excels in heavy duty applications, withstanding road surface wear under extreme load conditions.

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MARKETING FOCUS

Marketing Focus

Use Linked In to find your ideal client How to get past your gatekeepers and in front of your ideal client using LinkedIn to the person you want to meet? This is far and away the best way to connect and build relationships on LinkedIn.

5. Start the relationship by personalising your connection requests. You’ve only got 300 characters but personalising your request starts the relationship in the right way; then send a follow up thank you email. Have you got something of value that you can offer your new connection that will help them solve a problem and demonstrates your expertise?

For more information and hints or tips on using Linked In connect with Judy Parsons: www.linkedin.com/in/judithparsons At one time finding your ideal clients wasn’t easy. Not only did you have to find the right contact but you then had figure out how to get past the gate keeper to get in front of them. But thanks to LinkedIn all that is now a thing of the past. So how do you go about finding and getting in front of your target audience?

1. Start by creating a client focused profile: this requires you to ‘know your audience’; who is it you want to meet. Then focus your LinkedIn profile on them by describing who you help; their challenges & problems and how you help.

2. Attract prospects to you. Use keywords to help you get found by your ideal client. Know what words you want to be found for and

what words your ideal clients will use to find you, then use them throughout your profile.

Avoid using MD, owner or founder in your job title instead use a keyword. I.e. Virtual Assistant; Health & Safety Trainer

3. Use the LinkedIn Advanced Search function: LinkedIn is really nice as it gives us the tools to drill down LinkedIn’s vast database to find people we want to meet. You can search around a particular keyword or job title, and then filter by location, industry and 2nd degree connections. Once you are happy with your search, you can save it and LinkedIn will tell you when new people who meet your search criteria are added.

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4. Leverage your connections . . . who do you already know that could introduce you

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Bite Size News Barnsley FC appoint Linton Brown as acting Chief Executive The board at Barnsley FC have appointed Linton as Acting Chief Executive following the departure of Ben Mansford to Leeds United. initially with Halifax town before a move to Hull City in 1992. Linton went on to play over 130 times for Hull before moving on to Swansea City.

A former professional footballer himself, Linton has built an impressive career off the field and boasts extensive experience within the football industry. Significant progress has been made commercially since joining the Club in 2014 with Linton being instrumental and very much the driving force behind the Club’s recent success.

Barsley will be back playing in the EFL Championship this season following a great year in which the gained promtion via the playoffs and secured the Johnstones Paint Trophy, beating Oxford United at Wembley in April.

Linton started his carer in non league form making the jump up to the football league

Pioneering Employee Development Programme for Housing Association Award winning Barnsley not-for-profit organisation, Team Activ, has teamed up with South Yorkshire Housing Association to develop a major new initiative as part of SYHA’s award winning LeadWell Development programme.

Beginning this summer, the yearlong programme, called SYsHAre, will aim to develop cross-business collaboration, encourage wellbeing and improve engagement with a series of interactive events.

The programme will see activities spread throughout the year starting with a warm up event for managers.

This will be followed by a session where managers, working in growth teams, design activities for their fellow employees to cascade at further events.

Activities will include a range of mini challenges designed to open communication channels amongst employees with the goal of having fun and working together as a team.

Darren Padgett, founder of Team Activ said: “At Team Activ we want to inspire both the

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corporate and charity sector to push towards a healthier workforce.

“Healthier employees means fewer absences and higher levels of productivity and job satisfaction.

“We are thrilled to partner with SYHA on SYsHAre to boost company wellbeing and drive for results.”

Micks Garage opens European distribution hub International online car parts and accessories retailer, MicksGarage.com, have recently launched operations in their new European distribution hub, located in Goldthorpe Industrial Estate.

Having enjoyed many years of strong success in Ireland, MicksGarage.com and keen to bring this growth to the Barnsley area due to its excellent logistics network and skilled labour force. MicksGarage.com plan to provide 30 jobs to the local area and are currently recruiting. Through cutting edge technology and innovation, MicksGarage.com plan to be the online, international retailer of choice for outstanding service, range and accessibility of automotive parts and accessories.

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Man of Steel backed by Heritage Lottery Fund The ambitious Man of Steel project in Rotherham has secured a funding boost with initial support from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF).

The round one funding of £106,000 will enable a team to work to secure the funds needed for a visitor centre on site.

Sculptor Steve Mehdi said: “The original idea for The Yorkshire Man of Steel came from one person, but the support for this ambitious project now numbers many thousands of people, each with a story of their own to add to the ones already written.

Localism is a key element in its delivery;

invaluable local skills and local materials which will define the project and create a totemic icon recognising the heritage of the past and heralding a new future for the region, and future generations.

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Pyronix Acquired

by Hikvision One of Rotherham’s manufacturing success stories, Pyronix, has been acquired by China’s Hikvision, the world’s largest supplier of video surveillance products and solutions.

“The HLF grant will enable us to further our ambitions to create a building which is truly inclusive and inspirational, and which embraces the whole community.”

Gullivers land deal on track

The sale of 250 acres of land for the £37m Gulliver’s Family Theme Park resort can now be signed off after it was nodded through by the lead commissioner at Rotherham Council.

Gulliver’s, the operators of theme parks in Warrington, Matlock Bath and Milton Keynes are set to purchase land at Rother Valley for the first of their sites in the UK to encompass all their major family entertainment elements in one location with new attractions exclusive to Rotherham.

Damien Wilson, newly installed strategic director for Regeneration and Environment at the council, talked about the importance of the deal. He said: “It is a real “good news story” for Rotherham that we are able to land this investment. This is significant ongoing investment over a 12 year period as the different phases are developed.”

support 400 jobs.

Once the sale has taken place, proposals will still need to go through the planning process. If successful, building work could start as early as next year.

Founded in 1986 and now in its 30th year of operation Pyronix employs around 155 staff in the manufacture, sales, production and distribution of high quality security alarms, and with turnover around £22m, the firm exports to over 70 countries worldwide from its Hellaby base.

Listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange where it has a market capitalisation of $18 billion, Hikvision enjoyed $2.82 billion in total sales revenue in 2014.

Julie Kenny, founder of Pyronix, said: “This acquisition represents a huge opportunity for Pyronix, Rotherham, and the region. The foreign direct investment that this will bring to the UK will be huge.

Hikvision has big plans for the growth of Pyronix and the continued development globally.”

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INTERNATIONAL TRADE

Sheffield City Region Growth Hub is live!

The long awaited Sheffield City Region Growth Hub has gone live. The Growth Hub aims to be the single point of contact for all business support across the Sheffield City Region.

Another of its aims is to simplify all the regional and national business support that is available to businesses, so that you always know where to go to find the right support. This includes enquiries to help you grow your exports.

“Whether you are new to selling your goods and services overseas or

experienced in international trade, the Sheffield City Region Growth Hub can help your business to achieve its international potential.”

To speak to an advisor, call 03330 00 00 39, or email growthhub@sheffieldcityregion. org.uk.

UK Export Finance adopts Equator Principles UK Export Finance (UKEF) has announced that it has adopted the Equator Principles, a global framework to promote sustainable environmental, social and human rights decision-making in financing projects.

In adopting the Equator Principles, UKEF joins international financial institutions and export credit agencies including numerous partner banks with which UKEF works frequently.

confidence that environmental, social and human rights issues that may carry ethical or reputational risk have been given consideration as part of UKEF’s support to relevant projects.

International Trade Forum RightonyourdoorstepistheInternational Trade Forum, an independent members’ forum established solely to exchange information, knowledge and expertise in all aspects of international trade.

Members supporting members. Keeping you informed!

5 July – Global Economics 13 July - Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade Workshop 20-23 September - Trade Visit to Berlin 12 October - India 16 November - U.A.E./ Expo 2020 23 November - BCC Accredited Export Documentation Training For more information, please visit www.intradeforum.co.uk or email info@intradeforum. co.uk.

This global framework will give UK exporters supported by UKEF

UK and Kenya sign MoU for renewable energy cooperation UK and Kenya sign MoU that will increase opportunities for investment in the Kenyan renewable energy sector.

The MoU will promote opportunities for private sector trade and investment by the UK in Kenya’s renewable energy sector. As part of the MoU, UK Export Finance (UKEF) has also affirmed its interest in considering requests for export financing or insurance for eligible

renewable energy projects in Kenya, drawing on a risk appetite of up to at least £250m.

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Celebrating their 25th year, Wosskow Brown has built a reputation for giving back to its local communities and providing practical, understandable advice. The Partners launched the Wosskow Brown Foundation to answer the call for private sector companies to do all they can to help drive economic growth in our region. To raise aspiration, help grow new and established businesses, create new jobs and inspire people in grassroots sports.

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