Dorset Business Focus | July 2023

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THE CHARITY ISSUE FORCE FOR GOOD

CELEBRATING DORSET’S THIRD SECTOR

ENHANCING YOUR BRAND THROUGH CHARITY

THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS CONFERENCE

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DORSET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY OFFICIAL BUSINESS MAGAZINE | ISSUE 55, JULY 2023 ISSN 2752-6313 (Print) | ISSN 2752-6321 (Online)

A very warm welcome to the July edition of Dorset Business Focus.

Firstly, I’d like to thank everyone who has entered the Dorset Business Awards, part of our 2023 Dorset Business Festival. The awards have an expert independent judging panel which includes Anthony Woodhouse, Chair of Hall & Woodhouse, Cheryl Hadland, Founder and Chair of Tops Day Nurseries, Martin Edwards, CEO of Julia’s House, Gail Ninnim, MD of Ocean Automotive, Former Sunseeker and Lotus CEO Phil Popham, Chair of the British Chambers of Commerce Sarah Howard, Dorset LEP Chair Cecilia Bufton, Dr Lois Farquharson, Executive Dean of Bournemouth University Business School, and Nicola Newman, LSIP Lead and Board Member of Dorset Local Enterprise Partnerships and Kingston Maurward College.

The awards offer businesses an incredible opportunity for recognition with their customers, suppliers and partners and is tremendous in terms of staff morale. It’s no exaggeration when I say business owners tell me that winning a Dorset Business Award was one of the proudest moments of their life. The judging process

has already begun and finalists will all be invited to a very special Gala Dinner and awards ceremony as our guests in October when we will announce the winners. The awards are a great celebration of the fantastic businesses we have here in Dorset.

The awards are just one part of the wider Dorset Business Festival. Tickets for our conference are selling well, the Gala Dinner sold out on day one and the stands for the expo are also selling well. By popular demand, we have added an extra event, a Business Breakfast Festival opening event at Rick Stein’s in Poole on Monday 9th October with our guest speaker, renowned property expert Lucien Cook of Savills. Early booking is advised and you can see more information on the Festival on our website.

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Charity Partnerships – Things to Know

Choice of charity

Finding the right fit is incredibly important on both sides. The choice of charity will often lie within your business and the causes that have special relevance for you. However it is important that your due diligence extends beyond what is immediately available in marketing materials. It is helpful to check that the charity is registered with both the Charity Commission (although not all charities need to register) and with HMRC for gift aid purposes - this will allow the company to claim tax relief against donations.

The Charity Commission Register will tell you if a registered charity has consistently submitted its annual returns on time. It is advisable to review the latest annual reports and accounts. These documents should provide important financial and governance information and describe in detail how the charity delivers its purposes for the public benefit. You could also ask for relevant policies, such as safeguarding. This can help provide comfort that the charity is well-run, and that any potential future issues would be dealt with effectively.

The Register of Charities will also tell you about the charity’s structure - is it a trust, charitable company or a CIO (charitable incorporated organisation)? It is important to note that an unincorporated charity is not a legal entity with limited liability, so any form of agreement would have to be with its trustees.

Fundraising agreements

There are specific rules relating to businesses who market goods/services on the basis that a charity will receive funding e.g. ‘10p on every purchase goes to X charity’. If a business

defined as a ‘commercial participator’ makes such a claim as part of a promotion, they must have a written agreement with the charity. The company must also make a ‘solicitation statement’ explaining how the fundraising will benefit the charity. These rules and other areas of fundraising regulation are outlined in the Code of Fundraising Practice overseen by the Fundraising Regulator. Although not a statutory body, it is good practice for all charities who fundraise in England, Wales and Northern Ireland to register with it. Sponsorships such as ‘charity of the year’ arrangements should also be underpinned by a written agreement and it is important that any payments relating to advertising and use of the charity’s brand are correctly treated for tax and VAT purposes. There are strict rules for charities carrying on a trade that does not fall within their primary purpose - see Charity Commission guidance CC35. For the business, sponsorship payments are different from donations but can be deducted from business profits as pre-tax expenses. Establishing a charity or foundation Charity partnerships become more complex where connected persons are involved. Should your business wish to set up a charity, it is likely that company employees and/or directors will sit on the charity’s board of trustees.

The trustees are the people with the general control and management of the administration of a charity, a responsibility that comes with a wide set of legal duties. All trustee decisions must be made solely in the interests of their charity, with a view

to effectively delivering its purposes. As such, charity trustees cannot personally gain from their position and must manage any conflicts of interests that arise. Unless there is a sufficient number of independent trustees, there may be an unmanageable conflict of interest for the charity when dealing with the business.

The Charity Commission’s Guidance for charities with a connection to a non-charity highlights the importance of the charity being able to operate ‘at arms’ length’ from the business. It is a good idea to have a written agreement between the two, setting out the relationship more clearly and ensuring that charitable resources cannot be used to subsidise the business in any way. This will also help trustees to demonstrate their independence, and that decisions are always taken in the charity’s best interests.

This article is for guidance only and not to be relied upon as legal advice in relation to specific circumstances. For more information, please contact the authors:

Lisa Watson-Cook or Alexandra Bray, Charities & Not for Profit, Lester Aldridge online.enquiries@LA-law.com

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Lisa Watson-Cook, Partner and Head of the Charities & Social Enterprise team at Lester Aldridge.
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Supporting a charity can be a beneficial and enriching exercise for any business: it offers the corporate sponsor the opportunity to “give back” and “make a difference”, improving staff morale at the same time. If done successfully, this could be an important part of your ESG offering and enhance your brand.

Making a splash for Diverse Abilities

New plans have been approved for a life changing hydrotherapy pool complex for adults with profound and life-long disabilities in Dorset.

It is a major milestone in Diverse Abilities £1million Splash Appeal to build the centre and its state-of-the-art therapy pool.

The development is due to be built within the campus of the charity’s Beehive Adult Centre in Manor Avenue, in Poole, which offers care and support for adults with complex needs.

David James Architects has been a supporter of Diverse Abilities for several years. David James has personally been involved on the panel to drive the Splash Appeal forward and as part of this drive DJA provided a free design service to deliver a much-needed state-ofthe-art therapy pool.

Having worked closely with Ken Parke Planning Consultants over the last 20 years, David felt their skills would be ideal in unlocking the complexity of the planning system.  Ken Parke kindly provided all his skills free of charge in achieving a planning approval.

A spokesperson for Diverse Abilities said: “We are incredibly grateful to David James Architects, Ken Parke Planning Consultants and Kube Visuals for their generous support of this project and bringing the charity a step closer to realising this vital new facility.” Visit www.thesplashappeal.org.uk/ for more details and to offer support.

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Charity trains 1700 local health and social care staff in Understanding Autism

Over 1700 health and social care staff across Dorset have received new training to enable them to better support the autistic community.

The staff, who are all employed by Dorset Council, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, NHS Dorset, hospitals and community health providers took part in an autism training programme which is coproduced and co-delivered by Christchurchbased charity Autism Unlimited.

Autism Unlimited is a leading charity which provides education, training and supported living to children and young adults with autism from across the region.

Autism Unlimited has designed its training around the National Core capabilities

Framework for Autism (Supporting autistic people and/or people with a learning disability – Skills for Health) with two stages:

Understanding Autism, which is an e-learning course teaching learners what autism is and how the autistic community experience the world.

And Autism Acceptance, a face-to-face session which equips learners with strategies and techniques so they can help autistic people feel included, understood and supported.

From 1 July 2022 a new legal requirement was introduced by the Health and Care Act 2022 that all registered health and social care providers must ensure their staff receive

training in learning disability and autism appropriate to their role.

Claire Causley, training manager at Autism Unlimited, said: “Autism is a neuro developmental condition which means an autistic person’s brain works differently.

“Autistic people may act in different ways to others and can sometimes find it difficult to communicate or interact with unfamiliar people in public areas which can be too loud, busy or new to them.

“As a result, accessing important health, care, financial or other support can be a daunting and stressful experience.

“During Autism Unlimited’s training programme learners are introduced to a range of different communication techniques and shown how to adapt the environment from a sensory perspective to allow an autistic person time to process the important information.”

www.autism-unlimited.org

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Charity remains at the “heart” of the Dorset Community for 30 years

The leading cardiac charity is marking its 30th birthday, having spent the last three decades transforming the quality of care and support for the region’s heart patients.

Within eight years of its launch, more than £5 million was raised for projects aimed at improving cardiac care. The total amount has now reached nearly £20 million, thanks to the dedication of not only Heartbeat’s loyal and passionate team, but also the incredible fundraising efforts of the public.

To celebrate its 30th anniversary, Heartbeat will showcase the very best of Broadway and the West End at the Mayflower Theatre, Southampton, on Sunday 17th September 2023 – FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY.

Mark Ind, chief executive of Wessex Heartbeat, said: “Musicals from the Heart is a unique collaboration between the Mayflower Theatre, Heartbeat, and performers from Broadway and the West End.

“Produced by stage star Earl Carpenter, this fantastic evening will showcase the very best musical theatre songs performed by top Broadway and West End theatre performers, accompanied by musicians from the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. www.heartbeat.co.uk/Event/musicals-from-the-heart

Solicitors focus minds on mental health

Mindful lawyers put their heads together to talk about ‘managing stressful conversations’ during Mental Health Awareness Week.

They donned their thinking caps on to tackle the subject during a special ‘Lunch & Learn’ session at regional law firm Ellis Jones Solicitors with Dorset Mind.

The workshop was held in person and remotely via Teams for staff in Ellis Jones’ six offices across the South and London.

Nigel Smith, managing partner, said: “Law can be an extremely pressurised profession, especially when dealing with clients and colleagues at some very difficult times.

“We are committed to supporting our people in a meaningful way by creating a working environment with an ethos of support and a focus on wellbeing inside and outside of the office.

“Dorset Mind joined us for a very well received Lunch & Learn meeting in January and we are grateful to the charity for returning for another incredible valuable session during Mental Health Awareness Week.”

www.ellisjones.co.uk

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Heartbeat has had cause for celebration as it reaches a very special milestone this year.
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Community Sports Trust coaches make South Africa visit

AFC Bournemouth Community Sports Trust have embarked on a memorable trip as part of the South Africa Community Project.

Coaches from the Trust have visited Johannesburg, KwaZulu-Natal and Cape Town as part of the 2023 trip, hosting a number of events across six different schools.

The project has been ongoing for the last year, starting with a visit to Johannesburg and Durban, before welcoming students from different schools to Bournemouth earlier this year, hosting an under-18s girls and under-18s boys schools tour.

The Cherries coaches will lead sessions with local boys and girls as well as hosting ‘Coach the Coaches’, which is an activity to help upskill coaches and teachers in the area.

The representatives will also speak at events, including the SwitchedOn Education Global Connect Conference and different assemblies at local schools.

It’s the second time that head of community Steve Cuss has travelled to the nation and he told afcb.co.uk: “We are looking forward to continuing and expanding the South Africa Community Project and look forward to engaging with schools, community groups, teachers, coaches and players.” www.afcb.co.uk

President’s Column

Chat GPT – Generated Pretrained Transformer

In our fast-paced digital world, finding ways to boost productivity and streamline processes is always a top priority for business. So how can Chat GPT turbocharge your business writing?

First things first, you need to get your hands on Chat GPT, It’s like having a super-smart companion that can generate human-like responses and provide coherent information. You can find access to Chat GPT on various platforms, including dedicated websites and integrated plugins in writing software.

Before you start writing, you need a clear game plan. Define the purpose of your article, jot down the key points you want to cover, and sketch out its structure. This way, you can guide Chat GPT by giving it specific questions and prompts that align with your business objectives.

By engaging in a virtual conversation with Chat GPT, you can ask it questions or provide prompts for each section of your business article. If you need market insights, eye-catching statistics, or inspiring success stories, Chat GPT has got your back, helping you generate valuable content to make your writing shine.

Have you ever had the dreaded writer’s block? We’ve all been there. But fear not, because Chat GPT is here to save the day. Spark your creativity by having a friendly chat with this AI marvel. Share your ideas, bounce thoughts off Chat GPT, and let its coherent responses inspire you with fresh perspectives.

Say goodbye to sitting at your desk for hours on end, trying to come up with something interesting to say!

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£1.2 million Degree Centre for Bournemouth & Poole College

Bournemouth and Poole College will open a new higher education facility this September at its North Road campus, following a £1.2-million government investment.

The new Degree Centre will offer a stateof-the-art learning environment for students to study degree level qualifications and will provide flexible learning spaces for small group teaching, digital suites with access to high specification IT equipment, virtual reality suites and industry-standard nursing training facilities. There will also be social and study spaces to allow students to meet and collaborate.

Phil Sayles, principal of Bournemouth & Poole College, said: “Bournemouth and Poole College’s degree-level courses focus on skills that will get students great jobs in sectors like engineering, digital, CGI and health. They are a vital and growing part of what the college

does. Our Degree Centre will provide a dedicated base for our higher-level students and provide excellent technical facilities for learning. First-class facilities and access to the right equipment are important elements to students having a positive experience of higher education, and we’re pleased to open the Degree Centre to coincide with the start of the new academic year.

“We offer a supportive approach to degree level study, with smaller groups and great support for students. The courses are all approved or validated by university partners or exam boards, so they have a great impact on graduates’ CVs and enable them to quickly get jobs, get promoted and earn more. Many students choose to continue their studies with us, or decide to return to their studies as adult learners because of this.

“For local businesses, our career-focused

£2 single journey initiative extended once again for Morebus customers

Bus passengers in Dorset will continue to be able to travel on any single journey across the region for £2 or less until 31 October 2023.

Morebus signed up to the Department for Transport (DfT) initiativewhich restricts the cost of a single ticket - at the beginning of the year. An essential part of the Government’s Help for Households scheme, the fare cap was originally set to end on 31 March 2023 but has now been extended for the second time.

“I am delighted to confirm that Morebus will continue to offer the £2 fare cap - in line with the Government’s announcement that the initiative will be extended,” said Andrew Wickham, Morebus managing director.

“It will allow us to continue offering low-cost bus fares and it will help to protect many routes relied upon by local people.

“The aim, in the long term, is to encourage more people to shift their travel habits from using their cars to taking more sustainable methods of transport. One double decker bus has the potential to take up to 75 cars off our roads - and that can have a significant effect on congestion in Bournemouth, Poole, and the surrounding area.

“This summer, we are making significant improvements to the bus services we offer here - and have also extended our popular Breezer routes, with more open-top buses and a fresh new look.

“So, those looking forward to days out during staycations here on the beautiful south coast will be able to take full advantage of the £2 single journey fare cap.”

www.morebus.co.uk

higher education course helps them find and recruit people for the roles they need to fill, increasing productivity and local prosperity. That is why we are talking with the companies we work with, about how they can work with us in the Degree Centre and see their current and future employees benefit.”

www.thecollege.co.uk/degree-level.

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The Future of Business Conference

10 October 2023, The Hilton Hotel, Bournemouth

The Future of Business Conference will explore innovative topics and insights from the worlds of tech, sustainability, people, the work environment and regeneration.

Opened by our keynote speaker, David Smith, economics editor of The Sunday Times, David will open by reflecting on the economy over recent years and giving his predictions for the future. His industry expertise, acumen and insight offer a unique perspective on our economy. The conference will be hosted by presenter and former BBC Breakfast business correspondent Declan Curry. He will host and facilitate five panel discussions on some of the core topics set to shape the future of business.

Delegates can expect active discussions, interaction, expert panels and high-level networking opportunities. Book your ticket on line today:

Five Panels. Five Topics.

Technology: Digital transformation and the changing business environment

ESG: Adopting ESG (environmental, social, governance) for business growth

Place: Regenerating our town centres for the future

People: Re-designing our work life balance and the changing business environment

Skills: Delivering skills for future business growth

A four-day celebration of Dorset Business

Keynote Speaker: David Smith, Economics

Editor, The Sunday Times

As Economics Editor of The Sunday Times since 1989, David is also its chief leaderwriter, assistant editor and policy adviser.

Conference Host: Declan Curry Journalist and Broadcaster

As a journalist and broadcaster for almost 30 years, Declan is a business commentator for LBC News, and a former presenter & reporter for BBC Television, radio and online in UK & globally.

Tickets cost £120+vat (members) £150+vat (standard)

and include full entry to the conference and panel discussions. Delegates also receive:

• Coffee and pastries on arrival

• Morning and afternoon refreshments

• Buffet lunch with hot and cold buffet options

• Delegate pack including conference guide and delegate list

• Extensive networking opportunities

Business Networking Breakfast

Venue: Rick Stein Sandbanks, Poole

Date: 9 October, 2023

Time: 8.00am - 10.00am

Cost: Members £19.50+vat, Standard £24.50+vat

Venue: Hilton Hotel, Bournemouth

Date: 10 October, 2023

Time: 8.30am - 4.00pm

Cost: Members £120+vat, Standard £150+vat

Venue: Hilton Hotel, Bournemouth

Date: 11 October, 2023

Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm

Cost: Free Book a stand online

SOLD OUT

Venue: Hilton Hotel, Bournemouth

Date: 12 October, 2023

Time: 6.00pm - 10.30pm

Cost: Members £110+vat, Standard £140+vat

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Bournemouth University climbs into top 30 in global sustainability rankings

Bournemouth University has climbed thirteen places in The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings to 29th out of 1,591 universities around the world. It is also ranked 5th in the UK – up three places from last year.

Each university receives a score against the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to create an overall score, with BU scoring highly in:

• SDG8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

• SDG12 Responsible Consumption and Production

• SDG13 Climate Action

• SDG6 Clean Water and Sanitation

Professor John Vinney, vice-chancellor of Bournemouth University, said: “We are proud of our positive climate impact through our research, education, and professional practice, and we work hard to mitigate our negative impact. The UN Sustainable Development Goals are embedded across all areas of our activities, and we continue to develop our approach each year.

“I would like to thank all those at BU and our partners who have been working towards these goals, and to acknowledge we have more to do as we continue in our efforts.” www.bournemouth.ac.uk

The Dolphin partners with local charities to generate support for Dorset’s LGBTQ+ community

The Dolphin in Poole hosted a range of communityfocused events throughout June in celebration of Pride Month. Supported by Space Youth Project, Body Positive and Steps2Wellbeing, sessions took place in The Dolphin’s community hub, GATHER, throughout Pride month

All sessions were free for the public to attend and focused on signposting, accessing important resources and highlighting the support that is available to LGBTQ+ members of the Dorset community.

John Grinnell, centre manager of The Dolphin, said: “The Dolphin prides itself on providing meaningful services to the Poole community and it is key that we support the whole breadth of this diverse town. Events such as Pride are a positive time to focus on all members of the public and it allows The Dolphin to highlight that we are a safe and inclusive space for all visitors.

“We fully support the LGBTQ+ community and Pride Month. Teaming up with Space Youth Project, Body Positive and Steps2Wellbeing in GATHER provided people with the opportunity to discuss the available services and access vital support in our area.” www.dolphinshoppingcentre.co.uk

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Solar panel installation at Bournemouth University’s Talbot Campus
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Showing their True Colours!

The Wessex District of the Sea Cadet Corps have been ‘showing their colours’, both literally and figuratively.

The Sea Cadet Corps is a national youth charity that enables young people between ages 10 and 18 to have fun, learn, and develop life skills through a wide range of on the water and off the water activities. Cadets, supported by committed and qualified volunteers, follow a similar ethos, training plan and rank structure to the Royal Navy.

Sea Cadets, Royal Marines Cadets, adult leaders, and supporters gathered for a unique

occasion, the presentation and dedication of a new Wessex District flag or colours. The ceremony took place in Boscombe Salvation Army, Bournemouth, in the presence of the Wessex District Officer Lt Commander (SCC) Lisa Grinter RNR and other district personnel.

The new Wessex Colours were provided in memory of Edward Franklin MBE, a greatly respected former Wessex District Officer, whose bequest made this possible. His daughter, Julia, along with family and friends, joined cadets for the ceremony conducted by Chaplain David Alton (SCC) RNR, who is the

District Chaplain and Commanding Officer (minister) of Boscombe Salvation Army.

Cadets between 10 and 18 years old from across Dorset and Hampshire demonstrated that they were as much at home with smartly attired formal ceremonial as they were with their adventurous waterborne activities. The colour party that took part in the ceremony demonstrated their award-winning skills, adding greatly to the occasion.

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Duke of Kent visits The Tank Museum

The Tank Museum welcomed HRH The Duke of Kent as he opened a new Royal Armoured Corps memorial and unveiled a plaque to commemorate the Museum’s Centenary. The new Memorial Room commemorates the sacrifice of almost 13,000 Royal Armoured Corps soldiers who have died in service since the Corps was founded in 1939.

In a speech at the event, The Duke of Kent said:

“Today we commemorate the opening of the newly revitalised and re-invigorated Memorial Room, a place for reflection and remembrance of the sacrifice made by so many over the years.

“As we formally dedicate this new Royal Armoured Corps Memorial, I am confident it will help us all to continue our shared duty to never forget the sacrifices of these men. We will remember them.”

www.tankmuseum.org

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Waterfront apartments launch to the market in Poole

The first new homes at a waterfront development in Poole have launched to the market offering a new destination for luxury coastal living.

The Waterfront, by London Land Group, is located at West Quay Harbour, with views across Upton Lake and Twin Sails Bridge. There will be a total of 291 new one, two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses with spacious living areas, elegant kitchens, and beautiful bathrooms with luxurious finishes.

A launch event was held at the development on Thursday, May 18, to mark the opening of the sales suite. Guests including the Mayor of Poole, Cllr Tony Trent and Poole BID lead Jacqui Rock were in attendance, with talks from Mario Luca Balducci, Chief Executive Officer, London Land Group, and Andy Scott, Head of Residential Development at Octopus Real Estate.

The apartments, which are being marketed by Savills, will be arranged across five buildings, reaching up to 11 storeys high, with

the design taking inspiration from the rich maritime heritage of the surrounding area.

Helen Asteris, director, Savills residential development sales team, said: “We are thrilled to be launching this major new development which will introduce a vibrant new community and inspired harbour living to Poole.

“We are expecting a great deal of interest, with potential buyers drawn to the luxury finish, exclusive communal facilities and of course its waterfront location, with many of the apartments enjoying views across the water.”

www.savills.co.uk

Landmark agreement in REIDsteel redevelopment plans

British manufacturer John Reid & Sons (Strucsteel) Limited is celebrating a major milestone in redevelopment plans for its site in Dorset.

The company – known as REIDsteel – has acquired a 2.2-acre plot immediately next to its existing headquarters in Christchurch.

The redevelopment over a total of 6.4 acres will allow REIDsteel to considerably enhance its productivity and capabilities in the design, engineering, manufacture and supply of steel structures across the UK, Europe and the world.

REIDsteel managing director Simon Boyd said: “This is a major milestone in our redevelopment plans for the company.

“It is great news and represents major investment in our business, the local economy, the Christchurch community, and the county of Dorset.” www.reidsteel.com

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REIDsteel managing director Simon Boyd, left, with Nick Peek, right. A deal has been agreed for the purchase of the former Peeks site by REIDsteel in Christchurch. Mario Luca Balducci, CEO, London Land Group; Lauren Dramby, Octopus Real Estate; Cllr Tony Trent, Mayor of Poole; Andy Scott, Head of Residential Development at Octopus Real Estate; Alon Junger, Chairman, London Land Group

Warm welcome for Gareth on board

Dorset Chamber has boosted its board with the appointment of a new director from the third sector.

The business support organisation has welcomed YMCA Bournemouth chief executive Gareth Sherwood as it steps up representation for charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups.

Gareth takes a seat as a non-executive director on the Dorset Chamber’s 11-strong board alongside leading figures from the county’s business community.

Ian Girling, Dorset Chamber chief executive, said: “A very warm welcome to Gareth.

“He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our already strong board of directors. As well as helping to steer the Dorset Chamber forward he will be able to represent the third sector and give key insights into its relationship with business.”

Gareth, who has been working in Christian and charity services since 2007, said: “It is humbling to be given this opportunity to serve Dorset with the Chamber.

“I will endeavour to help local businesses, charities and communities to thrive and be a force for good to all they reach.”

Success for disabled entrepreneurs’ business start-up scheme

A business start-up service run by the Bournemouth-based Support and Mentoring Enabling Entrepreneurship (SAMEE) Charity has helped 50 local unemployed people with disabilities gain valuable self-employment skills, with 15 successfully setting up their own businesses.

Thanks to a charitable donation made by Talbot Village Trust, the SAMEE Charity, which is dedicated to supporting people with disabilities gain self-employment skills, introduced a 12-month Disabled Entrepreneurs Business Start-up Service (DEBSS) using a £13,000 donation awarded by the grantgiving Trust that supports worthy causes across south-east Dorset.

Clair Lawrence is one individual who has significantly benefited from the project, launching her own aromatherapy oils business, Lavish4Me, in March. Clair suffers with multiple health conditions, including Trigeminal Neuralgia and Fibromyalgia, which prevented her

from working as an employee, so she sought support from SAMEE to realise her dream of self-employment.

Business owner Clair said: “Building a business from scratch by yourself can be daunting and lonely, but having The SAMEE Charity by my side from start to finish has been crucial in the success of launching my business.

“When I reflect, I’ve come such a long way and the pride and achievement I feel is incredible. I appreciate the support the SAMEE Charity team were able to give me.”

Nicholas Ashley-Cooper, chairman of Talbot Village Trust, commented: “It’s tremendous to see how many participants have since gone on to set up their own businesses.  Our purpose is to support organisations in the community that are making changes for the better, and the SAMEE Charity is certainly achieving this vision. We’re delighted to support the DEBSS project.”

www.talbotvillagetrust.org

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Clair Lawrence, Lavish4Me Gareth Sherwood, chief executive, YMCA Bournemouth; Ian Girling, chief executive, Dorset Chamber
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Greendale Construction win Occupational Health Award and Member of the Year South West Award at BSG Ceremony

Chartered Builders, Greendale Construction Limited is celebrating after winning two awards at the annual Building Safety Group Health & Safety Awards ceremony, hosted at the Williams F1 Experience Centre, Oxfordshire on June 7th 2023.

The construction company won the Occupational Health Award and Member of the Year (South West) Award, which were presented to Greendale Construction’s Commercial Director, Chris Cave, and HR Manager, Charlotte Holyoake, who attended the ceremony.

Maria Seabright, HR & Finance Director, Greendale Construction, commented: “Greendale takes

mental health very seriously, and so we were delighted to win the BSG Occupational Health Award. In 2018, we made the decision to implement a number of procedures in order to prevent and remove occupational health risks from our workplace. Stress, depression, and anxiety account for 27% of all workrelated illness in construction, and our aim at Greendale is to create a workplace environment that promotes and supports the mental wellbeing of all employees regardless of their role within the business.”

www.greendaleconstruction.com

Bridge Health & Wellbeing become proud sponsors of water pump in Africa

Christchurch-based Bridge Health & Wellbeing is delighted to be part of AquAid’s latest project, installing additional water wells, known as elephant pumps, in Africa.

Running a company focused on health and wellbeing, founders Paul and Louise O’Connell are well aware of the benefits of access to clean water.

“When we chose a water supplier for our clinic, we decided to use AquaAid to benefit our clients and do some good for the world at the same time,” Paul O’Connell, co-founder and lead physiotherapist at Bridge Health & Wellbeing, commented.

“Since AquAid opened its doors in 1998, it has donated over £19 million and helped bring a lifetime supply of clean, fresh drinking water to more than 3.5 million people. We are proud to be playing a part in that and to participate in this latest project.”

www.bridgehw.com

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Charlotte Holyoake, HR manager; Chris Cave, commercial director

New Faces, New Places

Celebrating new roles being filled within the Members of the Dorset Chamber

Bridge Health & Wellbeing welcomes new physiotherapist as it expands clinical team Family-run clinic Bridge Health & Wellbeing in Christchurch, Dorset, is delighted to welcome experienced physiotherapist Josephine Garofalides (BSc (Hons), HCPC, MCSP, MAACP) to their team.

After qualifying in 2003, Jo worked at Southampton NHS Hospital, specialising in Musculoskeletal Outpatients and Hydrotherapy. She continued to work within musculoskeletal at a private practice in Dorchester, with a particular interest in acupuncture. www.bridgehw.com

New partners and associate at Coles Miller Solicitors

Coles Miller Solicitors has promoted Lindsey Arnold and Nick Leedham to Partners in a series of appointments.

Lindsey is a leading family lawyer – an accredited Resolution Specialist in both Private Law Children and Complex Financial Remedy matters.

Nick runs Coles Miller’s Bournemouthbased Residential Leasehold Department, advising landlords, tenants and managing agents across the country. www.coles-miller.co.uk

Senior hire boosts HWB team

An accountancy firm has taken on a senior staff member to complement its team. HWB Chartered Accountants has appointed all-rounder Liv Clark as an experienced client facing Business Advisor.

Liv was previously at Heelan Associates of Waterlooville and Berrywood Accountants of Durley, near Hedge End. She has been working in the accounting sector since 2015 and passed her ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) qualifications in 2021. www.hwb-accountants.com

New partner strengthens Laceys Private Client team  Leading Dorset firm, Laceys Solicitors, welcomes Alison Lloyd as Partner to its Private Client team, based in Bournemouth.

Alison brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in Estate Administration and Powers of Attorney. She managed a successful Probate team in her previous role, handling a diverse range of estates and intestacies, from simple cases to high-net-worth estates. www.laceysssolicitors.co.uk

Olivia Girling and Lewis Barr join Lewis-Manning Hospice Care

Olivia Girling has joined Lewis-Manning Hospice Care as Head of Marketing and Communications, bringing a wealth of experience having worked in marketing in a variety of roles over the past 5 years.

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care has also brought on board Frettens Solicitors’ Marketing & Commercial Director Lewis Barr, as a member of the Income Generation and Marketing Sub Committee (IGM) to the Board of Trustees.

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Two newly promoted partners at PKF Francis Clark in Poole PKF Francis Clark has promoted two new partners and two directors at its Poole office. Aaron Lawes and Lisa Whitbread are among 10 newly promoted partners at the independent chartered accountancy firm, bringing the total number of partners to 60, the most in its 104-year history.

Meanwhile, Adrian Way and Chris Potts have become directors in the audit and assurance and corporate finance teams respectively. www.pkf-francisclark.co.uk

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Associated Town Chambers

Bridport Business Chamber of Trade and Commerce

www.bridportbusiness.org.uk

Our mission is to ensure that Bridport provides the ideal environment for businesses to thrive and to supply the goods and services that the town and surrounding area needs to remain economically vibrant.

Dorchester Chamber for Business

www.dorchesterchamber.co.uk

We play an active role helping to promote local business and enterprise, representing a wide range of businesses both large and small. Our priority is to help our members work together to boost trade. In addition, we are also working with community partners on our Retain & Retrain campaign to promote apprenticeships and similar initiatives to further enhance employability in Dorchester.

Gillingham Chamber of Commerce and Industry

www.gcci.co.uk

Gillingham Chamber of Commerce and Industry has been around since the 1930s. Many of our members come from outside the High Street where diversity encompasses old family firms, industrial estate units and new modern work from home and digital businesses. We are very much involved in local initiatives and other groups such as Town Council, Gillingham School, Gillingham in Gear, Dementia Friends, Town Team in particular.

Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce

www.shaftesburychamber.co.uk

The Shaftesbury Chamber has around 100 members from its two business parks and independent High Street businesses. They hold monthly networking meetings and are very active in the development of the town’s economy. Unlike many other towns, Christmas lights and activities are entirely run and paid for by chamber members.

Sherborne Chamber of Trade and Commerce

www.sherbornechamber.co.uk

The Sherborne Chamber of Commerce exists to promote its members’ businesses and the wider business community. It has a membership in excess of 150. The chamber is involved in just about every event that takes place in the town, supporting the Sherborne community, attracting media interest and creating a memorable experience for visitors to the town.

Swanage & District Chamber of Trade

www.swanagechamberoftrade.co.uk

We have many ways of helping to promote all businesses in Swanage, the most popular of these is the Swanage Map. This is provided to tourists free of charge through all local hotels and the tourist information centre. As a member, you will be taking an active part in helping develop business opportunities in Swanage.

SturBiz - Sturminster Newton

Chamber of Commerce

www.facebook.com/SturBiz

The Sturminster Newton Chamber of Commerce was set up in 2018 and named SturBiz for simplicity. Its mission is to promote and enhance Sturminster Newton and surrounding area’s economy and its businesses and support a thriving and effective business community.

Weymouth & Portland

Chamber of Commerce

www.wpchamber.co.uk

The chamber has been supporting businesses for over 100 years, encouraging and inspiring businesses of all sizes. We’ve helped many people to find their feet in the local business community, by providing an environment where they can connect with likeminded people. In recent years we’ve represented the concerns of businesses to the local councils, contributing to a significant cut in the cost of car parking charges. We played an important role in the establishment of the Weymouth BID, in whose operation we take a keen interest.

IT & comms business Grapevine becomes 100% employee owned

Building upon three decades of supporting local businesses, Poolebased Grapevine is taking the next step in the evolution of the company, bringing the team to the forefront as it becomes an Employee Ownership Trust this summer.

Now a full-service IT and communications support provider, Grapevine has come a long way from its early days as a reseller of mobile contracts in 1991. Many of today’s team have been a part of that journey, with 30 year and 25 year staff anniversaries taking place alongside this latest announcement from the company.

As an Employee Ownership Trust, ownership of the business will transfer from the founders to the broader team of 20 staff members, working across the South and South West. The scheme rewards those who have dedicated a substantial amount of time to the company as well as more recent additions, who have each contributed to Grapevine’s notable transformation.

www.grapevine.uk.com

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AECC UC uses health MOTs to boost productivity & reduce burnout

AECC University College is taking an innovative approach to address labour shortages in the workplace by offering Health MOTs to companies and their employees. The Health MOTs, comprehensive health assessments, are designed to help employers identify and address health issues among their employees, ultimately improving productivity and reducing days lost through illness.

The current labour shortage is a growing concern for businesses across various industries. According to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (2022), up to 46.5 million working days were lost in the UK in 2021 due to reasons including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and mental illnesses such as stress, among others. To combat this, companies need to take a

proactive approach in improving the health and wellbeing of their employees to protect against burnout, sickness, and absenteeism.

The Health MOTs offered by AECC University College include a range of assessments, including blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood glucose concentrations. These assessments are carried out in their new £4.5m Integrated Rehabilitation Centre by highly qualified clinicians who provide personalised advice and guidance to help employees make positive lifestyle changes. This proactive approach to health management is essential in improving employee wellbeing, which in turn leads to a more productive and engaged workforce.

www.aecc-clinic.co.uk

Hall & Woodhouse serves up tidy streets for annual Founder’s Day

Team members from the independent family brewer, Hall & Woodhouse (H&W), came together to tackle local litter and clean the streets to celebrate the company’s annual Founder’s Day.

Across H&W’s managed pubs, over 200 team members followed tradition to collect as much rubbish and litter as possible to help encourage cleaner communities. The annual event is held to celebrate H&W’s Founder’s Day, the anniversary of the business’s founding in 1777.

Anthony Woodhouse, chairman of Hall & Woodhouse, said: “At Hall & Woodhouse, we treasure the relationship we have with local communities and love finding ways of giving back throughout the year. Founders Sweepers is a great day out that delivers our team a real sense of reward and pride. A feeling of community is a core element of the Hall & Woodhouse experience we aim to deliver across our estate of houses and honouring that on Founder’s Day is a privilege.

“We started the annual litter pick over 14 years ago and have since collected so much litter of all shapes and sizes; from high streets to residential areas, and from countryside to beaches. The team’s competitive nature to dispose of as much litter as possible is a great addition to the tradition.” www.hall-woodhouse.co.uk.

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Get your Glitter Balls ready for Business Come Dancing 2023

Business Come Dancing is open for 2023. This is the charity fundraiser of the year for local dance arts charity Pavilion Dance South West, raising funds to support projects such as Parkinson’s Dance and Youth Wellbeing projects in the local community.

Rehearsals start in September and participants will have 8 weeks with a dance professional to learn a routine. A black tie gala dinner will take place at Highcliff Marriott Hotel on 25 November where participants will have the opportunity to showcase their new dance skills in front of their friends, family and colleagues. www.pdsw.org.uk/take-part/business-come-dancing/

New charity office hub opened in the heart of Swanage

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care has opened a new Swanage office hub which will be located at Swanage Methodist Church, with the support of the church.

Hospice CEO Clare Gallie advised, “We are so pleased to be opening this new office hub in the heart of Swanage, just off the High Street in the town.

“It will allow us to work even more closely with the local community and deliver and continue to grow our services in the area.  It’s very much in line with our ‘Closer to Home’ strategy and will be pivotal to the service excellence of our services that we offer.”

www.lewis-manning.org.uk

Dorset Charities join to offer a fundraising evening to start off the summer!

This Summer, Age UK North, South & West Dorset and Age UK Bournemouth, Poole & East Dorset are joining together to host their summer event, ‘Summer on the Bay’.

You and your guests will enjoy a sparkling reception, live music and the opportunity to watch the sunset from the private waterfront terrace.

Held at the RNLI College in Poole, you will have a chance to enjoy a summer evening, taking in the beautiful views around Holes Bay, whilst

enjoying a sumptuous barbecue buffet.

The event will host an auction and raffle, with amazing prizes to be won – not only can you have a fantastic evening, but you will also be supporting two independent, local charities.

Tickets are available to purchase at £45 per person and can be booked online. For more information, contact fundraising@ageuknswd.org.uk

www.ageuk.org.uk/ northsouthwestdorset/

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County show to back life-saving county hospital development

Dorset County Show has announced its chosen Charity of the Year is Dorset County Hospital Charity.

In what is set to be the largest investment in healthcare provision in West Dorset in 25 years, the hospital is planning to build a new Emergency Department (ED) and Critical Care Unit on the site of the former Damers First School. This will significantly improve the hospital’s capacity and transform the experience of patients and their families.

Dorset County Hospital Charity is running a £2.5M Capital Appeal to fund enhancements to the planned new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit.

Nicki Ralph, chair of the region’s largest annual agricultural show, knows all too well how vital the critical care services at the local hospital are. Her farmer husband, Nic, was admitted last year with total kidney failure and sepsis. He spent nearly three weeks in a

coma in intensive care, 11 of those days on life support.

Nicki said: “This truly is a cause close to my heart. My family are indebted to the incredible support the hospital gave my husband who, without a shadow of a doubt, wouldn’t be alive

today without their unstinting help. All the staff were amazing. They left no stone unturned to find out the cause of my husband’s sudden deterioration.”

www.dorsetcountyshow.co.uk

Church House golfers support Eloise & Katie Memorial Trust

Church House were delighted to sponsor the President’s Charity Golf Day at Rushmore Golf Club in aid of the Eloise and Katie Plunkett Memorial Trust.

The Trust was set up in 2003 in memory of Eloise and Katie Plunkett, two young sisters who both died of cancer. It funds small

projects in England and Scotland that make a real difference to the lives of young people and supports causes which are important to the Plunkett family – particularly cancer and Parkinson’s Disease.

Organised by Alice Plunkett, the face of Channel 4 racing in memory of her sisters,

the day featured the great and good from the racing world. Just over £20,000 was raised, to the delight of Mrs Celia Plunkett, the girls’ mother, who attended the day.

www.ch-investments.co.uk

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Local Investment Manager celebrates raising funds for Forest Holme Hospice!

O-IM has raised £3,790.36 for Forest Holme, the Poolebased hospice that provides palliative and end-of-lifecare and support to local people with advanced cancer and other life-limiting illnesses such as Motor Neurone Disease, Parkinson’s, heart disease and respiratory illness. The firm held and participated in a series of events throughout the year including a recent charity quiz held at AFC Bournemouth to raise funds for the hospice.

The charity quiz was a huge success, with teams from local businesses and organisations participating in a funfilled evening. The event raised £1,858.72 for the hospice, which will help ensure that everyone in our community affected by life-limiting illness or bereavement gets the care and support they need, either at home or in its dedicated hospice facility.

Commenting on the success of the fundraising campaigns, Katie Land, business & marketing manager at O-IM said, “We are delighted to have raised so much money for Forest Holme. We are particularly passionate about supporting the local area and the hospice provides an invaluable service within our local community. We would like to thank all those who have participated in our events and have donated so generously”. www.o-im.co.uk

The Three Peaks Challenge

In the peak of summer, on 16th of June, a team of Preston Redman employees took their careers to new heights – to 1,345 metres to be precise. A year of practice hikes around the country culminated in an attempt at the Three Peaks Challenge, which involves climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Mount Snowdon in 24 hours.

The team travelled to Scotland and ascended Ben Nevis in scorching sun and +27 degrees, with breathtaking views at the summit that spanned across the Highlands under the setting sun. Ben Nevis was conquered in 6.5 hours, after which the support team drove through the night to Scafell Pike.

Scafell Pike was met with much cooler temperatures, with the team completing the climb in just over 4 hours. A quick turnaround saw the team begin and successfully accomplish their final ascent of Snowdon, bravely descending the mountain in the darkness and completing the last 4k in a thunderstorm.

Fundraising has been in aid of the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance and the team were proud to have raised £6,400 for the charity.

Donations remain open until 17 July. You can support their invaluable cause by visiting www.dsairambulance.org.uk/fundraisers/prestonredman-3-peaks-challenge.

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Credit Control, Debt Collection or Alchemy…..

Debt recovery specialists, Diane Bantten from Acquit, shares her expertise on ways to minimise the risks of payment issues with clients and customers.

“The reality is that providing you prepare the ground before starting work for your client you minimise the risks of sailing into choppy water when it comes to payment.

“Do you ensure that you have a written contract to which your terms and conditions of business have been incorporated? As part of your onboarding process are you carrying out due diligence? Do you know who you are about to start working with?

“There are several things that you can do however, one of the best tools in your box should be access to Credit Reports. By looking at your potential client and establishing its status you can assess whether the company has a good trading history, whether there is any negative information – i.e. CCJs.

“As a member of Dorset Chamber you have free access to such a report – all you need to do is email Diane Bantten with details of the company registration number, company name

and provided it is a UK company then we aim to have a report in your inbox within 48 hours.

“What next? Ensure that your Credit Control procedures are strident and followed. There seems to be a trend for non-verbal chasing ... email reminders for payment are easily ignored. Far more efficient to pick up the telephone and try and establish why

International conference coming to Dorset

Dorset’s Douch Family Funeral Directors hosted the prestigious Selected Independent Funeral Homes European Summer Conference (SIFH), from 8th - 11th June, at Christchurch’s Captain’s Club Hotel.

Delegates attended from locations including the US, Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, and all over the UK.

The conference served as a springboard for an exchange of ideas and best practices within the funeral industry. All attendees had the chance to tour the local area, courtesy of Douch Family Funeral Directors, a tribute to the unique location where they operate.

Nick Douch, managing director of Douch Family Funeral Directors and a former European chairman of SIFH, said: “We were honoured to host this year’s conference.

“SIFH has a rich history spanning more than 100 years old and while it started in the US, is now an international organisation.

“Member businesses are all family-owned and it really is fascinating to talk to funeral directors from other countries to learn and share new trends, best practices, and innovative approaches that shape our industry.”

www.fcdouch.co.uk

payment has not been forthcoming.

“If, in spite of your best efforts, you still haven’t been able to secure payment then please get in contact - where you’ll get an honest opinion about your chances of a successful recovery.”

www.acquit.org.uk

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Charities and Business

This issue of Dorset Business Focus Magazine highlights some of the wonderful organisations who tirelessly operate in the third sector in the area.

Delivering vital support services and projects which provide positive impact across the length and breadth of the county, charities and not-for-profits are a vital part of the community and infrastructure in Dorset. But during these challenging times, amid rising costs they need your support more than ever.

The benefits of personal volunteering are well known - increased social interaction, self confidence and sense of belonging. Giving back really does make you feel good. But the benefits of supporting a charity are amplified when a business gets behind a cause as a team.

When a workplace unites to fundraise or support a charity it creates a focus point for the team. A shared mission, goal and opportunity to make a difference. It’s a powerful way to energise a company culture and to support team building. Whether it’s a one off-event, a sponsored challenge, or a series of activities run throughout the year, charity partnerships means the whole team can unite, have a role and be a force for good.

How to define wellbeing

We have written several articles and posts on a range of wellbeing topics recently. The word ‘wellbeing’ can mean a variety of different things such as health, welfare, comfort and happiness.

However we choose to define ‘wellbeing’, a healthy and positive work environment can have a real impact on how we feel about other aspects of our life.

Employers can reinforce this at work, by offering access to benefits which support and promote health, such as health insurance, access to employee assistance programmes, gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.

It can stock vending machines with healthy snacks and drinks, ensure employees working areas have access to natural light, are well ventilated and have appropriate working stations. It can also educate and advise staff on taking regular breaks from their screens and encourage them to take lunch breaks, small changes can have a big impact.

As well as the physical environment we work in, it is important to consider the culture of the workplace. Training programmes and up to date, clear policies outlining what is (and is not) acceptable behaviour in the workplace help ensure consistency and can highlight an organisation’s commitment to employee wellbeing. Reviewing policies and procedures can be very beneficial when looking to introduce new initiatives or address any areas of concern.

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Trade Updates International

UK’s first post-Brexit trade deals go live

It is fitting that countries with whom we share much common history and values offer much for business growth through these new deals. By 2035, the Australia deal could benefit the economy by £2.3bn per year, and the New Zealand deal by £0.8bn per year over the long-term, with benefits likely across the UK.

Our defence and security partnerships with Australia have been greatly enhanced in recent years. And both of our partners are strategic allies in the region of the world with the highest levels of global growth for UK goods and services until the end of this decade and beyondAsia-Pacific. Those ties will grow once the UK’s accession to CPTPP is ratified over the next year.

Combined bilateral trade with Australia and New Zealand amounted to £17.6bn last year. Inward foreign direct investment stock from both countries into the UK is £16.6bn, and in the other direction of a combined £42.1bn in investment. These new agreements offer a step change to grow both our trade and investment links substantially, and procurement opportunities for UK companies in the Australia and New Zealand markets.

Both agreements enhance growth friendly long-term partnerships for the UK - zero-tariff trade on the vast majority of goods, removal of regulatory compliance barriers, co-operation on digital trade to boost services exports and e-commerce sales of goods, strong access to growing services markets in Australia and New Zealand. They also

offer reciprocal and generous business travel schemes, and welcome temporary worker and youth mobility schemes too - extended upwards to under 35s almost immediately with New Zealand, and due to be phased in over the coming years with Australia. These arrangements will allow 18-35 year olds from the UK to live and work in Australia and New Zealand for up to 3 years, and vice versa.

For business, trade agreements are only as good as the benefits which can be realised for businesses large, medium and small. That’s why the new Preference Utilisation Unit within Government will need to work closely with business to ensure maximum take up of these new trade preferences, and generate higher levels of exports in goods and services to Australia and New Zealand.

Business is ready to lead in forging closer links with our New Zealand and Australian counterparts. Not at the expense of our current trading relationships but to add to those. In a time of pessimism about global trade these agreements offer the prospect of a better future. It’s now time to roll up our sleeves and for business and government across our three nations to make it happen.

More information on the UK-Australia and UK-New Zealand free trade deals can be found on great.gov.uk which includes thematic guidance and sector specific explainers.

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The UK’s trade deals with Australia and New Zealand came into effect on 31st May 2023 which marks the first entirely new trade deals which the UK has negotiated with key trading partners in the post-Brexit era.

Electrix Bournemouth

www.lvelectrix.co.uk

ElectriX, powered by LV= General Insurance, has everything you need to make the switch to electric driving. To discover more about electric car leasing (personal, business, or even salary sacrifice), home chargers, insurance and all the know-how and guidance you’ll need.

JKD Accountants Limited Poole

www.jkdaccountants.co.uk

We love empowering leaders to build confident businesses by keeping things simple. Handling all your compliance requirements with HMRC and Companies House in a timely manner, while offering tax efficiency advice in a friendly and jargon-free way so you understand your financials. Whether your business has a turnover over £10k or £10m, we are here to help you.

JM Adventure Ltd

Swanage

www.jmadventure.com

With decades of experience and an international reputation for excellence, JM Adventure is the UK leader in design and construction of adventure parks, ropes courses, zip wires, net courses and activity towers. JM Adventure’s bespoke consultancy and design service can be relied upon to deliver a quality engineering solution that will meet all the requirements of safety and challenge for your adventure course.

Age UK Bournemouth, Poole and East Dorset

Bournemouth

www.ageuk.org.uk/ bournemouthpooleeastdorset

Age UK BPED is an independent local charity, helping over 55s lead more fulfilling lives. We achieve this through our range of services, including Day Services, Dementia Services, Health and Wellbeing, Footcare, Help at Home, Information and Advice and Community Connections.

Hyperion Hot Tubs

Wimborne

www.hyperionhottubs.co.uk

Hyperion Hot Tubs is based in Wimborne and our hot tubs enable people to rest, relax and recover at home. We also have a range of swim-spas so you can swim every day in your own garden. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, they’re a fantastic way to increase fitness and reduce stress, whilst socialising with friends and family.

GS Fast Growth Ltd

Poole

www.gsgrowth.co.uk

GS Fast Growth Ltd is a company that empowers entrepreneurs and business owners to scale their ventures through tailored support, mentoring and access to award winning technology. By equipping our clients with the knowledge and tried and tested resources needed to navigate complex market conditions, our programmes foster sustainable growth and enable businesses to reach their full unlimited potential.

Sandler Training Dorset

Poole

www.dorset.sandler.com

Sandler works with companies struggling to achieve their goals in some way. This could mean any businesses which have stopped growing and are looking for support to address those issues. Our approach is to work with them on an on-going basis, help them work through problems and create measurable, lasting change by replacing bad habits with good habits, over time.

Technical lift services Ltd

Poole

www.tlse.co.uk

Technical Lift Services is a lift company that has been operating since 2016. We have been growing in size and strength ever since due to our reputation of being honest, trustworthy, professional, reliable, and ethical. We are able to maintain, install and repair all types of vertical lifting equipment across the south.

UFHN

Ferndown

www.ufhn.co.uk

UFHN is an award-winning underfloor heating specialist, who provide innovative system design, supply and installation packages that combine heat pumps into residential, commercial, public sector and listed buildings.

Founded in 2004 and based in Ferndown, UFHN continues to invest in cutting-edge product development and provide unrivalled industry expertise, technical after-sales support and exceptional customer service from their experienced team.

Wessex Heartbeat

Southampton

www.heartbeat.co.uk

Heartbeat is a local charity that helps babies, children and adults diagnosed with congenital and cardiovascular diseases primarily by supporting the work of the Wessex Cardiac Unit based at Southampton General Hospital. This is achieved by providing specialised equipment, services and facilities to help patients and their relatives through their cardiac journey. Our charity raises funds to contribute to the prevention, rehabilitation and cure of heart diseases.

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ESG - Defining Your Responsibilities as a Company Director, Lester Aldridge, In Partnership with Dorset Council and BCP Council
Business ExpoVitality Stadium, AFC BournemouthSponsored by Electrix
L-R: Peter McDonnell, managing director, Cordoba Rewards; Ian Girling, chief executive, Dorset Chamber; Hayley Scott, marketing coordinator, Cordoba Rewards; Benjamin Wade, managing director, West Peak; Paul Taylor, business development manager, Dorset Chamber
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Upcoming Dorset Chamber Events

To book events please go to www.dorsetchamber.co.uk/events

Coming to a Dorset Chamber event? Why not car share and cut your carbon emissions? If you’re interested, contact events@ dorsetchamber.co.uk and let us know where you’re coming from. We’ll try and match you with someone else who is interested.

Bank of England Meeting

Venue: The Marsham Court Hotel

Date: July 11, 2023

Time: 8.30am – 10.00am

Cost: Free

Sponsored by: Marsham Court Hotel

In association with: The Insurance Institute of Bournemouth & Bank of England Members Only

Connecting in Nature - Monthly Walk

Venue: Upton Country Park, Poole

Date: July 14, 2023

Time: 8.30am – 9.30am

Cost: Memebers £5+vat, Standard £5+vat Open to all

National Networking Online with Kent Invicta

Venue: Online

Date: July 19, 2023

Time: 8.50am – 10.30am

Cost: Free In association with: Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce Members Only

Business Leaders Lunch

Venue: NEO Restaurant, Bournemouth

Date: July 20, 2023

Time: 12.00pm – 2.45pm

Cost: £48+vat

Members Only

(Director & Business Leader Level)

International Training Diary

Business Networking Lunch

Venue: The Mercure Hotel

Date: September 14, 2023

Time: 12.00pm – 2.30pm

Cost: Members £38+vat, Standard £45+vat

Sponsored by: Diverse Abilities Open to all

12 Oct

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Accountants & Tax Advisors

Albert Goodman, Taunton 0330 333 5039 www.albertgoodman.co.uk

Arnold Accounting & Bookkeeping Services Ltd, Christchurch 07513 838434 www.arnoldaccounting.co.uk

Azets, Poole 01202 717867 www.azets.co.uk/find-an-office/poole/?utm_ source=offsite-seo&utm_medium=directorylisting&utm_campaign=local-affiliates

Bicknell Business Advisers Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 025252 www.bicknells.net

Chorus Accounting Limited, Christchurch 01202332500, 9a and 10

Evelyn Partners, Bournemouth 02380 827600 www.evelyn.com/

Grant Sellers Chartered Accountants, Verwood 01202 824500 www.grantsellers.co.uk

Hunts Accountants Limited, SHERBORNE 01935 815008 www.huntsaccountants.co.uk

HWB Chartered Accountants, Chandlers Ford 02380461200 www.hwb-accountants.com

JKD Accountants Limited, Poole 07707016594 www.jkdaccountants.co.uk/

Mazars LLP, Poole 01202 680777 www.mazars.co.uk

Morris Lane, Poole 01202 715950 www.morrislane.co.uk

PKF Francis Clark, Poole 01202 663600 www.pkf-francisclark.co.uk/

Saffery Champness LLP, Bournemouth 01202 204742 www.saffery.com

Schofields Chartered Accountants, Bournemouth 01202 555785 www.schofieldsonline.co.uk

SJT Accounts Ltd, Bournemouth 07855 295280 www.sjtaccountsltd.com

TC Filer Knapper LLP, Christchurch 01202 483341 www.filerknapper.co.uk

Tragor Ltd, Poole 01202 680914 www.tragor.co.uk

Vantage Accounting, Wimborne 01425 460993, vantage-accounting.co.uk

Air Conditioning

Universal Maintenance Contracts Limited, Wimborne 01202 891772 www.umc-ac.com

Architects

Lionel Gregory Architects Ltd, Poole 01202 723157 www.lionelgregoryarchitects.co.uk

Western Design Architects, Blandford Forum 01258 830675 www.westerndesignarchitects.com

Artist

Art Zag, Ferndown 07766513257 www.art-zag.com

Aviation

Bournemouth Airport, Christchurch 01202 364174 www.bournemouthairport.com

DAeCO, Poole 01202 880302 www.daeco.co.uk

Banking

Barclays, Bournemouth 07990 081947,

HSBC, Bournemouth 03455 848056 www.banking.hsbc.co.uk

Bars & Restaurants

Brewhouse and Kitchen, Bournemouth 02073543761 www.brewhouseandkitchen.com/

Custom House Cafe, Bar & Bistro, Poole 01202073295 www.customhousecafe.co.uk

Poseidon Bars Ltd, Bournemouth 07402 253883 www.poseidonbars.co.uk

Rick Stein, Poole 01202 283000,

Bookkeeping and Payroll

Milburn Finance, Bournemouth 01202 535399 www.milburnfinance.com

Ookkee, Poole 01202 283214 www.ookkee.co.uk

Branding & Design

Amadoo, Poole 01202287807 www.amadoo.co.uk

Brewery

Hall & Woodhouse Ltd, Blandford St Mary 01258 452141 www.hall-woodhouse.co.uk

Business Associations

Wimborne BID, Wimborne Minster 01202 888992 www.wimborne.info

Business Coaching/ Consultancy

ActionCOACH Bournemouth, Bournemouth 07736 944196 www.bournemouth.actioncoach.co.uk

Be Astute Limited, Frome 01373 837331 www.be-astute.co.uk

DELTA Group, Broadstone 01202 690348 www.deltagroup.co.uk

Easterly Winds Consulting, Ferndown 07840943600,

GS Fast Growth Ltd, Poole 03316309554 www.gsgrowth.co.uk

IMSM Limited, Malmesbury 01793313141 www.imsm.com/gb/

Insight6 - Dorset, Salisbury 07887 554898 www.insight6.com/dorset

J R L Coaching and Consulting, Bournemouth 07795 202982 www.jrlcoaching.co.uk

Joanne Young, Wimborne 07590 983820, joanneyoung.co.uk

KIMCO, Poole 01202 888549 www.kimcoafrica.com/en/

Leadership and Mindset Coach, Highcliffe on Sea 07555524647, michaela-smith.com

Liaise Limited, Bournemouth 07823 451953 www.liaiseltd.co.uk

Phil Popham Consultancy, Stretton on Dunsmore, , Quay Business Associates Ltd, Poole 01202 679225 www.quaybusinessassociates.co.uk

Russell Philips Limited, Dorchester 01305267009 www.russellphilips.com

Sellerly Limited, , www.sellerly.co.uk/

Sherpa Bear Coaching, Poole 07581455665 www.sherpabearcoaching.com

The CEO Coach Ltd, Poole 07973 137470 www.jamesakinsmith.co.uk

Transitions Life Coaching, Ringwood 01425 472354 www.transitionslifecoaching.co.uk

Verace Business Assistance, Poole 07467 952352 www.veraceba.com

West Peak, Christchurch 07899912190, West Peak Partners

Business Process Automation

PDQ 4 You Ltd, Bournemouth 07923484502, Provulo, Weybridge 07503 267160 www.provulo.com

Business Recovery & Insolvency

Antony Batty & Co, Bournemouth 01202 923009 www.antonybatty.com/about-our-insolvencypractitioners/bournemouth-office/

Even Keel Solutions Limited, Bournemouth 01202237337 www.evenkeelsolutions.co.uk

Leonard Curtis, Poole 01202 712810 www.portbfs.co.uk

Business Support Services

Acquit Debt Collection and Outsourced Credit Control, Poole 01202 432022

www.acquit.org.uk

BrooksKebbey Limited, Wareham 07495 781731

www.brookskebbey.net

Core PA Services Ltd, Bournemouth 07942 862413

www.core-pa.co.uk/

Dorset Business Angels, Christchurch 01202 706975

www.dorsetbusinessangels.co.uk

Evolve, Poole 0333 322 2332

www.evolvemembers.com

Foundry UK, Epping 0207 871 3005, foundryuk.com

House of Risk Ltd, Poole 07361832293

www.HouseofRisk.co.uk

Law Point, Bournemouth 01202 729444

www.law-point.co.uk

Marketscan Ltd, Chichester 01243791708

www.marketscan.co.uk

Rise-Early Career Management Ltd, Corfe Mullen 07531554504, Rise-Early Career Management Ltd

Saline, Poole 07791 902632

www.saline.org.uk

Surrey Translation Bureau, Farnham 01252730014

www.surreytranslation.co.uk

The Dorset Concierge Ltd, Swanage 01202148003 www.thedorsetconcierge.com

The Passionate PA (UK) Ltd, 01202 802863 www.thepassionatepa.co.uk

Winning Tenders, Poole 01392 247997 www.winningtenders.co.uk

Car Parking

Britannia Parking Group LTD, Poole 01202 555888 www.britpark.com

Care

Moors Manor Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, Ringwood 01202 863610 www.barchester.com

Promedica 24 Dorset and Hampshire, Poole 01202 618400

www.promedica24.co.uk/Dorset

Catering & Catering Equipment

Comax Ltd, Ringwood 01202 684111 www.comaxuk.com

Chamber of Commerce

Bridport Business Chamber of Trade and Commerce, Bridport 07577 199786

www.bridportbusiness.org.uk

Dorchester Chamber for Business, Dorchester 01305 360293

www.dorchesterchamber.co.uk

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Dorset Chamber, Poole 01202 714800

www.dorsetchamber.co.uk

Shaftesbury & District Chamber of Commerce (SDCC), Shaftesbury 01747 850059/01747 8

www.shaftesburychamber.co.uk

Sherborne Chamber of Trade & Commerce, Sherborne 01935 815 008

www.sherbornechamber.co.uk

SturBiz - Sturminster Newton Chamber of Commerce, Sturminster Newton 07810 424269

www.facebook.com/SturBiz

Swanage & District Chamber of Trade, Swanage 07966 462974

www.swanagechamberoftrade.co.uk

Weymouth & Portland Chamber of Commerce, Weymouth 07730 135973 www.wpchamber.co.uk

Charity

AECC University College, Bournemouth 01202 436300 www.aecc-clinic.co.uk

Age UK Bournemouth, Poole and East Dorset, Bournemouth 01202530530 www.ageuk.org.uk/ bournemouthpooleeastdorset/

Age UK NSWD, Poundbury 01305 269444,

Autism Unlimited, Christchurch 01202 483360

www.autism-unlimited.org

BCHA, Bournemouth 01202 410500 www.bcha.org.uk

Bournemouth Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets, Bournemouth 01202399199 www.sea-cadets.org/bournemouth/ CAN (Community Action Network), Poole 01202 466130 www.can100.org

Care South, Poole 01202 712400 www.care-south.co.uk

Citizens Advice Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole, Bournemouth 01202 290967 www.citizensadvice.org.uk

Diverse Abilities, Poole 01202 718266 www.diverseabilities.org.uk

Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance, Wellington 01823669604 www.dsairambulance.org.uk

Dorset Community Foundation, Poole 01202 670815 www.dorsetcommunityfoundation.org

Dorset Reclaim, Bournemouth 01202 773384 www.dorsetreclaim.org.uk

Dorset Wildlife Trust, Dorchester 01305 217987 www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk

Education Development Trust, Reading 074468474739 www.educationdevelopmenttrust.com

Faithworks Wessex, Bournemouth 01202 429037 www.faithworkswessex.org.uk

Forest Holme Hospice, Poole 01202670644 www.forestholmehospice.org.uk

HealthBus Trust, Bournemouth 07395 560343 www.healthbus.co.uk

Help and Care, Bournemouth 03001 113303 www.helpandcare.org.uk

Helpful Hounds Assistance Dogs, Bournemouth 01202591602 www.helpfulhounds.org.uk

Hope HTS, Bournemouth 01202 312231 www.hopehts.com

Jim Cronin Memorial Fund for Primate Welfare & Conservation, Wareham 01929462487 www.jimcroninmemorialfund.org

Julia’s House, Wimborne 01202 644220 www.juliashouse.org

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, Poole 01202 708470, lewis-manning.org.uk

Lighthouse Poole, Poole 01202 781 320 www.lighthousepoole.co.uk

Maddie’s Miracle, Blandford Forum 07539284238 www.maddiesmiracle.org.uk

MYTime Young Carers, Poole 01202 710701 www.mytimeyoungcarers.org/

Pavilion Dance South West, Bournemouth 01202 203637 www.pdsw.org.uk

Poole Sea Cadets, Poole 01202 671892 www.sea-cadets.org/poole

Rotary International District 1110, Wimborne 01202 882277 www.rotary.org

Sexual Trauma and Recovery Services (STARS), Poole 01202 308840 www.starsdorset.org

Talbot Village Trust, Wimborne 01202 338551 www.talbotvillagetrust.org

The Tank Museum, Bovington 01929 405096 www.tankmuseum.org

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity, Bournemouth 01202 704060 www.uhdcharity.org/

Wessex Heartbeat, Southampton 02380 706095 www.heartbeat.co.uk

Wessex Reserves Forces & Cadets Association, Taunton 01823 250110

www.wessex-rfca.org.uk

Chemical Supply

Analytical Services

OEMAchem, Southampton 02380 707686 www.oema.co.uk/

Cleaning Services

Dorset Commercial Cleaning, PooleThree Legged Cross 01202 986700 www.dorsetcommercialcleaning.com

Construction & Surveyors

Acheson Construction Ltd, Dorchester 01305 267938 www.achesonconstruction.com

Amiri Construction, Christchurch 01202 331615 www.amiriconstruction.co.uk

Composite Profiles UK Limited, Poole 01202 659237 www.compositeuk.com

Godsell Arnold Partnership Ltd, Broadstone 01202 600900 www.gapltd.eu.com

Graham Garner & Partners Ltd, Broadstone 01202 697341 www.ggpl.co.uk

Greendale Construction Ltd, Poole 01202 764551 www.greendaleconstruction.com

Harry J Palmer (Broadstone) Ltd, Wimborne 01202 842224 www.harryjpalmer.co.uk

MC Roofing Ltd, Wimborne 01202 882281 www.mcroofingltd.co.uk

PC Flooring Ltd, Poole 01202330650 www.pc-flooring.co.uk

Quoin Property Consulting Limited, Wimborne 07710 543305 www.quoinsurveys.com/ Savills, Wimborne 01202 856800 www.savills.co.uk

Sherborne Holdings Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 303585 www.sydenhams.co.uk

Sibbett Gregory, Poole 01202 661177 www.sibbettgregory.com

Siteright Construction Supplies Ltd, Sturminster Marshall 01258 858028 www.siteright.net

Spetisbury Construction Ltd, Wimborne 01202 856685 www.spetisburyconstruction.co.uk

T A Colbourne Projects Ltd, Poole 01202 716516 www.tacolbourne.co.uk

Vail Williams, Bournemouth 01202 558262 www.vailwilliams.com

Construction Design & Build

Concept glazing ltd, Bournemouth 01202985242 www.Conceptglazing.co.uk

Martin Beardsley Limited, Wimborne 07786917055,

Morgan Sindall Construction, Poole 01202 606801 www.morgansindall.com

Rose Engineering, Sturminster Newton 01258472866, rose-engineering.co.uk/ Suttles, Swanage 01929 439444

www.suttles.co.uk

Toilets+, Norwich 0800606100

www.toilets.co.uk/toilet-hire-dorset/

Corporate Gifts & Clothing

4Couture.com, Ferndown 08452 260880

www.4couture.com

Inspirations Business Gifts & Corporate Clothing, Poole 01202 248313

www.myinspirations.co.uk/

Taylor Made Designs, Christchurch 07713 126234

www.taylormadedesigns.co.uk

The Perfect Source Limited, Wimborne 0845 643 4959 www.yourperfectsource.com

Wessex Trophies Limited, Broadstone 01202 650444 www.wessextrophies.co.uk

Couriers & Freight

Forwarding

AOG Worldwide Ltd, Christchurch 01202 375702 www.aogworldwide.co.uk

Schenker Ltd, Poole 01202 862150 www.schenker.com

Cyber Security

ESET UK, Bournemouth 01202 405405 www.eset.com/uk

SecQuest Information Security Ltd, Southampton 0345 19 31 337 www.secquest.co.uk

Day Nurseries

Tops Day Nurseries, Bournemouth 01202 551553 www.topsdaynurseries.co.uk

Defence

Soverin Technologies Limited, Wareham 01929 556732 www.soverin-technologies.co.uk

Digital Agencies

Lightly Salted Ltd, Wimborne 07792226049 www.lightlysalted.agency/

Somer Design, Bournemouth 07905797197 www.somerdesign.co.uk/

Studio Global, Bournemouth 01202 727070 www.studioglobal.co.uk

Total Guide to Dorset, Poole 07814 080119 www.totalguidetodorset.com

Display & Storage Suppliers

Shopfitting Warehouse, Wimborne 01258 859900 www.shopfittingwarehouse.co.uk

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Distribution

Clarendon Specialty Fasteners, Swindon 01793 439166 www.clarendonsf.com

Pam International, Poole 07496 388327 www.paminternational.co.uk

Riverside Aromatics Ltd, Poole 01202 679532 www.riversideaeromatics.com

Education

Bournemouth and Poole College, Poole 01202 205500 www.thecollege.co.uk

Bournemouth University, Poole 01202 961961

www.bournemouth.ac.uk

NMNProjects, Swanage 07801612430, Poole High School, Poole 01202 666988 www.poolehigh.co.uk

Skills & Learning, Poole 01202 123444 www.skillsandlearningace.com

SWRAC, Wimborne 07841784000, swrac.co.uk/

The Bournemouth English Book Centre, Poole 01202 712908 www.bebc.co.uk

The Colleges Partnership, Blandford Forum 01258 457091 www.tcpartnership.ac.uk

Weymouth College, Weymouth 01305 208919

www.weymouth.ac.uk

Electrical Services

Dextra Group PLC, Gillingham 01747 858100

www.dextragroup.co.uk

KAD Electrical Services Ltd, 01202 574001,

Engineering

A & M Defence & Marine Services Ltd, Wimborne 01202 828700 www.amdefencemarine.co.uk

Aeronautical & General Instruments Ltd t/a Trident Maritime Systems, Poole 01202 689022 www.agiltd.co.uk

Allied Tooling Ltd, Poole 01202 675767 www.alliedtooling.com

Amtek Engineering Group Ltd, Wimborne 01202 868640

www.amtek-group.co.uk/

Aviation & Defence Spares, Poole 01202 768667 www.aviationdefence.co.uk

Avonwood Developments, Wimborne 01202 868000 www.avonwood.co.uk

AW Precision Engineering Ltd, Poole 01202 710789 www.awprecisionengineering.co.uk

Chemring Technology Solutions Ltd, Poole 01202 628155 www.chemring.co.uk

Downhole Tools International Ltd, Poole 01202 690001 www.dti.uk.com

G K D Technik Ltd, Wimborne 01202 861961 www.gkdtechnik.com

IEC / Alpro Limited, Poole 01202 339559 www.iecltd.co.uk

INDUS Engineering Services, Bournemouth 07306193348 www.indusengineering.co.uk

Modulift UK Ltd, Poole 01202 621511 www.modulift.com

Parvalux Electric Motors, Bournemouth 01202 512575 www.parvalux.com

Reidsteel, Christchurch 01202 483333 www.reidsteel.com

Safi Valves Ltd, Poole 01202 624618 www.safi-limited.com

Spherea Test & Services Limited, Christchurch 01202 872800 www.spherea.co.uk

Tides Marine International Ltd, Poole 01202 656773 www.tidesmarine.co.uk

Ultra Nuclear Ltd, Wimborne 01202 850450 www.ultra-ncs.com

Entertainment

LEDhouse Ltd, Poole 02038 086917 www.ledhouse.tech

Environmental Services

Carbon Kapture Ltd, Bournemouth 07798552234 www.carbonkapture.org

Efeca, Bournemouth 01305 261050 www.efeca.com/

The Master Key Group Ltd, Wimborne 07384636992 www.themasterkeygroup.com

Event Management & Equipment

BBX Media Ltd, Poole 01202912666 www.bbxmedia.co.uk/

BH Live, Bournemouth 01202 055555 www.bhlive.org.uk

Bournemouth 7s, Poole 01202 545630 www.diamondsportinggroup.com

CrowdComms, Blandford Forum 01258863812 www.crowdcomms.com/

Dorsety Show, Dorchester 01305264249 www.dorsetcountyshow.co.uk

Havencrown Marquee Cleaning Machines Ltd, Blandford Forum 07717 258925,

Mar-key Group, Bournemouth 01202577111 www.mar-key.com/

Quadrant2Design, Poole 01202 723500 www.quadrant2design.com

Sandpolo Ltd, Aldeburgh 07796 693796 www.sandpolo.com

Stir Events Ltd, Christchurch 07869149976 www.eventsbystir.co.uk

Facilities Management

Atlas FM, Bournemouth 01202 536770 www.atlasfm.com

Financial Services

Alliance FX Limited, London 02039314844 www.alliancefx.net

Apex CB Financial Planning, Poole 01202 622223 www.apexcb.com

Baggette Wealth Management Ltd, Poole 01202 676983 www.baggette.co.uk

Blue Fox Wealth, Dorchester 01935507230 www.bluefoxwealth.co.uk

Blue Sky Financial Planning Ltd, Poole 01202 756560 www.blueskyfp.co.uk

Church House Investment Management, Sherborne 01935 382620 www.ch-investments.co.uk

Eddicott Wealth Management Ltd, Christchurch 07803 808897, partnership.sjp. co.uk/partner/eddicottwm

First Capital Finance Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 434000 www.firstcapitalfinance.co.uk

Genoa Wealth Management, Fordingbridge 01425529162 www.genoawealthmanagement.co.uk

Globacare, Bournemouth 01202 929349 www.globacare.co.uk

Great Western Credit Union, Bristol 0117 9247309, moneyatwork.org.uk

Greenfields Financial Management Ltd, Poole 01258 857101 www.greenfields.biz

Investec Wealth & Investment Limited, Bournemouth 01202 208100 www.investecdfm.co.uk

JW9, Reading 07818 141717 www.jw9.co.uk

Lewis & Co (Investments & Pensions) Limited, Poole 01202 718400 www.lewisinvestment.co.uk

Libertas Financial Planning Ltd, Bournemouth 01202795996 www.libertasfinancialplanning.co.uk

Life Matters, Poole 01202 025481 www.lifemattersfp.com

Lloyds Commercial Banking, Ferndown 07385364318 www.lloydsbank.com/

MSP Capital, Poole 01202 743400 www.mspcapital.co.uk

O-IM, Poole 01202129703 www.o-im.co.uk

Peter Harding Wealth Management, Poole 01202 830730

www.peterhardingwm.co.uk

SG Financial Ltd, Poole 07775 710551

www.sg-financial.com/

Strategic Solutions Chartered Financial Planners, Bournemouth 01202 769890 www.ssfs.co.uk

SWIG Finance, Truro 01872227930 www.swigfinance.co.uk

The Lewis Workplace Pension Trust, Poole 01202 738650 www.lewismastertrust.co.uk

TheNonExec Limited, Poole 01202 828266 www.thenonexecutive.com

WAY Trustees Limited, Wimborne 01202 890895 www.waytrustees.co.uk

WHIreland Wealth Management, Poole 01202 974111 www.whirelandwm.com

Y-Not Finance, Ferndown 01202 912182 www.y-notfinance.co.uk

Food & Drink

ABP Yetminster, Yetminster 01935 872777 www.abpfoodgroup.com

Btyne Products, Wareham 07928 627459, BV Dairy, Shaftesbury 01747 851855 www.bvdairy.co.uk

Harlees Fish and Chips, Wimborne 01202 602524 www.harlees.co.uk

Keith Spicer Ltd, Wimborne 01202 863800 www.keith-spicer.co.uk

Oakhouse Foods, Verwood 01202 814179 www.oakhousefoods.co.uk/

Organix Brands Ltd, Bournemouth 07458 022789 www.organix.com

The Jordans & Ryvita Company, Stratton Business Park 01305 751000 www.dorsetcereals.co.uk

Funeral Services & Directors

F C Douch & Son (Funerals), Wimborne 01202 882936 www.fcdouch.co.uk

Nicholas O’Hara Funeral Directors Ltd, Wimborne 01202 882134, oharafunerals.co.uk/

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Furniture

Custom World Dorset Ltd, Ferndown 01202 896816

www.customworldbedrooms.co.uk

G P & J Baker Limited, Poole 01202 266999 www.gpjbaker.com

Green Energy

Voltalia UK PLC, Reading 0203 9941093 www.voltalia.com

Health

Bridge Health & Wellbeing, Christchurch 01202 473800 www.bridgehw.com

DDC Dolphin Limited, Poole 01202 731555

www.ddcdolphin.co.uk

Elevate Foundation, Christchurch 07896258229, elevatefoundation.co.uk/

Footfocus Podiatry, Ringwood 01425 837570 www.footfocuspodiatry.co.uk

Jules Whale Life Coaching, Poole 07769 348153 www.juleswhale.com/

Kestrel Medical Ltd, Broadstone 01202 658444 www.vocalzone.com

Livewell Dorset, Weymouth 01305 233105 www.livewelldorset.co.uk

Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital, Bournemouth 01202 702809 www.nuffieldhealth.com

Options Wellbeing - Bournemouth, Bournemouth 02380630219, optionswellbeing.co.uk

Physio Fitness, Christchurch 07973939545 www.dmphysiofitness.co.uk/

WALX, Worth Matravers 0333 1234540, walx.co.uk

Work Experience Ltd t/a A1 Care, Poole 07950622707, Work Experience Ltd

XPO Health Limited, Poole 01202 785888 www.neshealth.com

Health & Safety

Create Safe Ltd, Verwood 07725914720 www.createsafe.co.uk

Fire Door Controls, Ferndown 0845 2260536

www.firedoorcontrols.co.uk

Holiday Lettings

Hardys Holiday Home Services, 07827 680068 www.hardysholidayhomeservices.com

Holiday Parks

Hoburne Ltd, Christchurch 01425 277661 www.hoburne.com

Waterside Holiday Group, Weymouth 01305833103 www.watersideholidaygroup.co.uk

West Dorset Leisure Holidays, Bridport 01308 422139 www.wdlh.co.uk

Home Technology

Living Home Technology, Poole 01202 775133

www.livinghometech.co.uk

Hotels & Conferencing

Bournemouth Carlton, Bournemouth 03300 283411 www.bestwestern.co.uk

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel, Bournemouth 01202 557702 www.bournemouthhighcliffmarriott.co.uk

Captains Club Hotel, Christchurch 01202 475111 www.captainsclubhotel.com

Chewton Glen, New Milton 01425 275341 www.chewtonglen.com

George Albert Hotel & Spa, Dorchester 01935 483430 www.gahotel.co.uk

Kingstonry Courtyard, Corfe Castle 01929 481066 www.kingstoncountrycourtyard.com

Marsham Court Hotel, Bournemouth 01202 552111 www.marshamcourthotel.co.uk

Mercure Bournemouth , Queens Hotel & Spa, Bournemouth 01202 554415 www.queenshotelbournemouth.com

Minterne Estate, Dorchester 01300 341370 www.minterne.co.uk

RNLI College, Poole 03003 007654 www.rnli.org/college.

Royal Bath Hotel, Bournemouth 01202 204917

www.britanniahotels.com/hotels/ the-royal-bath-hotel-bournemouth

Summer Lodge Hotel, Dorchester 01935 482000 www.summerlodgehotel.com

The Hilton Bournemouth, Bournemouth 01202 804775 www.bournemouthhilton.com

HR

Headland HR Limited, Dorchester 01305 564102 www.headlandhr.co.uk

Hillingdon HR, Poole 07795 558648 www.Hillingdonhr.co.uk

HR Business Solutions Ltd, Bournemouth 07931 530497 www.hrbusinesssolutionsltd.co.uk

Okana Limited, Christchurch 01202070040 www.okanagroup.co.uk

Purple HR Ltd, Wimborne 01202 801047 www.purplehr.co.uk

Skora HR, Poole 0330 056 3664 www.skorahr.co.uk

The People Choreographer, 07876 207054 www.peoplechoreographer.co.uk

ViewHR Ltd, Ringwood 01425 205390 www.viewhr.co.uk

Import/Export Services

International Trade Matters, Barnstaple, 01398 332881 www.internationaltradematters.com

Insurance

A-One Insurance Group, Ringwood 01425 480700 www.aoig.co.uk

Coleman Marine Insurance a Gallagher Company, Poole 01202 647400 www.ajg.com/uk

Cornish Mutual, Truro 01872 277151 www.cornishmutual.co.uk

Dorchester NFU Mutual, Dorchester 01305266411 www.nfumutual.co.uk/dorchester

Gallagher Insurance Brokers, Bournemouth 08002 988707 www.ajg.com/uk/

Kingsbridge Insurance Brokers, Tewkesbury 01242 808740 www.kingsbridge.co.uk/

MC Warranty Services, Poole 01202078745 www.mcwarrantyservices.co.uk/

NFU Mutual Wessex, Wareham 01929 553472 www.nfumutual.co.uk/wareham

The Insurance Institute of Bournemouth, Bournemouth 01202 518242 www.localinstitutes.cii.co.uk/bournemouth

UK Health Insurance, Poole 01202 756352 www.ukhealthinsurance.com

IT

A B S Computer Systems Ltd, Poole 01202 770900 www.absgb.com

Amicus ITS Ltd t/a Aura Technology, Southampton 03333 208601 www.auratechnology.com

C3IA Solutions Limited, Poole 01202 721123 www.c3ia.co.uk

ENHANCED, Poole 01202 308000 www.enhanced.co.uk

Foresolutions Limited, Ringwood 01425 206787, foresolutions.co.uk

Glitch IT Limited, Christchurch 01202 237996 www.glitch.services

Juice Broadband, Poole 01202 332331 www.juice-broadband.com

Keyfort Ltd, Bournemouth 08448 014580 www.keyfort.co.uk

Kimcell Ltd, Dorchester 01202 755300 www.kimcell.com

Rev Ops Automated, Bournemouth, www.revopsautomated.com

Target IT Services, Bournemouth 01202 538488

www.target-its.co.uk

Vizst Technology, Poole 0333 344 2204 www.vizst.com

Lifts Supply & Installation

Bourne Lifts Ltd, Ferndown 01202 582923/07808 8 www.bournelifts.co.uk

Technical lift services Ltd, Poole 01202062140, .tlse.co.uk

Local Authority

BCP Council, Bournemouth 01202 454630 www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Dorset Council, Dorchester 01305 221000

www.dorsetforyou.com

Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership, Poole 01202965868

www.dorsetlep.co.uk

Manufacturing

A & E Connock (Perfumery & Cosmetics) Ltd, Wimborne 01425 653367 www.connock.com

Abbey Supply Co Ltd, Poole 01202 623258

www.abbeysupply.com

Ability Projects Ltd, Poole 01202 305800 www.abilityprojects.com

ABP Technologies Ltd, Poole 01202 665000 www.abp-technologies.co.uk/

Advanced Instruments Ltd, Wimborne 01202 798510 www.solentim.com

AlfaTronix Ltd, Poole 01202 715517 www.alfatronix.com

Alltrista Plastics Limited, Christchurch 01202 483636 www.jadexinc.com

Ashland Industries Europe – ISP Microcaps UK Ltd, Poole 01202 627352 www.ashland.com

ASMPT, Weymouth 01305 760760 www.asm.com

BEST Fittings Ltd, Gillingham 01747 312672 www.bestfittings.co.uk

Bowmill Engineering Ltd, Poole 01202 266266 www.bowmill.co.uk

British Diamond Wire Die Co Ltd, Poole 01202 745104 www.balloffetdie.com

Caleva Process Solutions Ltd, Sturminster Newton 01258 471122 www.caleva.co.uk

Carlisle Fluid Technologies UK Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 571111 www.carlisleft.eu

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Caterpillar Marine Power UK Ltd, Wimborne 01202 796000 www.cat.com/marine

CBRNergetics Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 800298 www.cbrnergeticsltd.com

CDA Products Limited, Shaftesbury 01747 352999 www.cdaproducts.co.uk

Concept Cables Ltd, Blandford Forum 01258 480603 www.conceptcables.com

Confex Technology Ltd, Poole 01202 881466 www.confexuk.com

Coty International BV, Bournemouth 01202 524141 www.coty.com/

CT Production Ltd., Poole 01202 688953 www.ctproduction.co.uk/

Cygnus Instruments Ltd, Dorchester 01305 265533 www.cygnus-instruments.com

Darlena Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 302010 www.darlena.co.uk

Donaldson Filtration GB Ltd, Poole 01202 699444 www.bofa.co.uk

Electronic Technicians Ltd, Wimborne 01202 897722 www.etluk.co.uk

Enovation Controls Ltd, Salisbury 01722 410055 www.enovationcontrols.eu

Farrow & Ball, Wimborne 01202 876141 www.farrow-ball.com

FireSTOP Manufacturing Ltd, Dorchester 01305 213112 www.firestopltd.co.uk

Flowbird Transport Limited, Poole 01202 339339 www.flowbird.group/transport

Focal Point Fires, Christchurch 01202 499330 www.focalpointfires.co.uk

Fridgenius Ltd, Wimborne 01202 889264, Get Fresh Cosmetics Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 859059 www.bombcosmetics.co.uk

Greens Combustion, Poole 01202 607563 www.greenscombustion.com

Griff IVD Ltd, 07778 997464 www.Griff-ivd.com

Hamworthy Combustion Engineering, Poole 01202 662717 www.johnzinkhamworthy.com

Heatric Division of Meggitt (UK) Ltd, Poole 01202 627084 www.heatric.com

Hey Create, Poole 07534273945 www.heycreate.co.uk/

Honeywell Analytics Ltd, Poole 01202 676161 www.honeywellanalytics.com

Hydreco Hydraulics Limited, Poole 01202 627500 www.hydreco.com

I C Brindle & Co Ltd, Poole 01202 657814 www.icbrindle.com

ICB Waterproofing Ltd, Poole 01202 785200 www.icb.uk.com

Icons Shop Limited, Christchurch 07775900721,

Kallo Foods Ltd, Camberley 01276 609000 www.kallo.com

KVP EU Ltd, Beaminster 01308 867020 www.kvpvet.com

Lillidale Ltd, Wimborne 01202 848456 www.lillidale.co.uk

Lotek UK Ltd, Wareham 01929 552992 www.lotek.com

Lush Manufacturing Ltd, Poole 01202 664040 www.lush.co.uk

Magicard Ltd, Weymouth 01305 470000 www.magicard.com

Marden Edwards Ltd, Wimborne 01202 861200 www.mardenedwards.com

NETZSCH Pumps & Systems Ltd, Dorchester 01935 483900 www.netzsch.com

NEXA Medical Ltd, 01202 575749,

Nexus Cooling Ltd, Poole 01202 250100 www.nexuscooling.co.uk

Packline Ltd, Poole 01202 307700 www.packline.co.uk

Physicool Ltd, Dorchester 07778 274265 www.physicool.co.uk

Polyhose (UK) Ltd, Christchurch 01202 478334 www.polyhose.com

Precision Acoustics Ltd, Dorchester 01305 264669 www.acoustics.co.uk

PRF Composite Materials, Poole 01202 680022 www.prfcomposites.com

Primetals Technologies Limited, Christchurch 01202 331000 www.primetals.com

R. Hamilton & Co. Ltd, Mere 01747 860088 www.hamilton-litestat.com

RHH Franks, New Milton 01425614730 www.rhhfranks.com

Rowland Sandwith Ltd, Wimborne 01202 882323 www.h-h-hancock.co.uk

S K C Ltd, Blandford Forum 01258 480188 www.skcltd.com

Sargasso Worldwide Industrial Limited, Sturminster Newton 07743 877690 www.sargassoworldwide.com

Senscient, Poole 01202 606460 www.msasafety.com

Sigma-Aldrich, Poole 0800 717181 www.merckgroup.com

Sontronics, Poole 01202 722583 www.sontronics.com

Strouden Joinery, Poole 01202 696123 www.stroudenjoinery.com

Sunseeker International, Poole 01202 382222 www.sunseeker.com

Superior Seals Limited, Wimborne 01202 854335 www.superiorltd.com

Tecan Ltd, Weymouth 01305 765432 www.tecan.co.uk

Thompson Valves Ltd, Poole 01202 647827 www.thompson-valves.com

Time & Data Systems International Ltd, Poole 01202 723535 www.tdsi.co.uk

Titan Enterprises Ltd, Sherborne 01935 812790, flowmeters.co.uk/

Trimetals Limited, Blandford Forum 01258 459441 www.trimetals.co.uk

Tyrol Tyre Sealant Manufacturer, Christchurch 01202 470257/07710 4 www.tyrol.org.uk

Vapormatic UK Limited, Exeter 01392 435461 www.vapormatic.com

Wessex Filters Ltd, Poole 01202 671671, Wyndham Page Ltd, Poole 01202 734656 www.wyndhampage.com

Yunex Traffic, Poole 01202 782000 www.yunextraffic.com/

Marine Actisense, Poole 01202 746682 www.actisense.com

Fireboy Xintex UK Operations Ltd., Poole 08453 899462 www.fireboy-xintex.com

Marketing PR & Web Developers

b4b Marketing, Poole 01202 684400 www.b4b.co.uk

Caron Khan Consultancy, Bournemouth 07967 524578 www.caronkhan.co.uk

Darren Northeast PR Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 676762 www.darrennortheast.co.uk

Digital Storm Limited, Bournemouth 01202 298392

www.digitalstorm.co.uk

Dorset Tech, Gillingham 01258 808577

www.dorset.tech

Insightful UX Ltd, Poole 01202 912760

www.insightfulux.co.uk

Intergage Ltd, Wimborne 01202 684009 www.intergage.co.uk

Key Digital Agency Ltd, Dorchester 01305 542000

www.key.digital

Mauveworx, Wimborne 01202 865100

www.mauveworx.com

Motley Digital Ltd, Sturminster Newton 01258 807695

www.motley.co.uk

Media & Film

Dorset Film Office, Wimborne 08442 720016

www.dorsetfilmoffice.com

Global, Fareham 01489 587610

www.global.com

Image Republic Ltd, Wimborne 01202 820555

www.imagerepublic.uk

Plato Video Ltd, Bournemouth 07557 448526 www.platovideo.co.uk

Summit Films Limited, Bridport 07919 487688 www.summitfilms.co.uk

The BV Magazine, Sturminster Newton 01258 472572 www.theblackmorevale.co.uk

Motoring Sales & Servicing

Breeze Motor Group, Poole 01202 713000 www.breeze.co.uk

Chapelgate Motors LTD / TA Porsche Centre Bournemouth, Wimborne 01202 897688, E T S Truck & Van, Poole 01202 669339 www.etstrucks.co.uk

Hendy Group, Eastleigh 023 8024 2616 www.hendy.co.uk/

OKO Global LLP, London 02381 550 058 www.oko.com

Poole Audi, Poole 01202 775050 www.pooleaudi.co.uk

Volvo Cars Poole, Poole 01202 065555 www.volvocarspoole.co.uk

Multi Media & CGI

Rose & Rose Visualisations Ltd, Wimborne 07598460476, roseandrosevisualisations.co.uk

Notary Services

Paul Wintle Notary Public, Bournemouth 01202 267818 www.notarypublicpoole-pwintle.com

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Office Supplies

Ace Office Environments Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 240000

www.aceoffice.co.uk

Packing & Packaging

B-PAK 360 Ltd, Bournemouth 07909840426

www.bapk.com

Patents & Trademarks

Barker Brettell LLP, Southampton 02380 336970

www.barkerbrettell.co.uk

IP Consult, Swanage 01929 421925 www.ipconsult.co.uk

Pharmaceutical

Speciality Oxygen Service, Dorchester 01257254525 www.specialityoxygen.co.uk

Photographer

Andrew Plant Photography & Video, Wimborne 01202 886375 www.andrewplantphotography.com

Zelda de Hollander, Christchurch 01202432234 www.studioshotz.co.uk

Plumbing & Heating

UFHN LTD, Ferndown 01202894976 www.ufhn.co.uk

Printing Services & Supplies

BCP Media Group Ltd, Poole 01202717535 www.bcp.co.uk

The Minster Press, Wimborne 01202 882277

www.printsolutions.co.uk

Xerocad Limited, Ferndown 01202 897297 www.xerocad.co.uk

Property Sales and Rental

ASN Capital, Bournemouth 01202 771441 www.asncapital.com

Corbin & Co Estate & Letting Agent, Bournemouth 01202 519761, D J Property, Weymouth 01305 778896 www.djproperty.com

Frost & Co Professional Lettings, Poole 01202 737755 www.frostandco-uk.co.uk/

Goadsby & Harding (Survey & Valuation) Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 550000 www.goadsby.com

Move On Sales and Lettings, Poole 01202 711169 www.moveonrentals.com

Public Relations & Marketing Consultants

Deep South Media Ltd, Poole 01202 534487 www.deepsouthmedia.co.uk

Liz Lean PR, Poole 01202 701828 www.lizleanpr.co.uk

Publications

IMS Group, Bournemouth 01202 611100 www.ims-group.co.uk

Local IQ, Bournemouth 07767 667785, localiq.co.uk

Pulford Publicity Ltd, Ferndown 01202 870270 www.mags4dorset.co.uk

Recruitment

Aspire Jobs Ltd, Ringwood 07974429217 www.aspirejobs.co.uk

Hardy Recruitment, Poole 01202 232520 www.hardyrecruitment.com

Impressions Care Agency, Bournemouth 03330062690 www.impressionscare.co.uk

Jobshop UK, Bournemouth, +441202674488 www.jobshopuk.com

Mploy Staffing Solutions Ltd, Poole 01202 668360 www.mploystaff.com

Phoenix Screening Ltd, Wimborne 07775544250, phoenixscreening.com

REED Specialist Recruitment, Bournemouth 01202 585585 www.reed.co.uk/

Rubicon People Partnership, Poole 01202 680311 www.rubiconpeople.co.uk

South West Recruitment Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 292907 www.swr.uk.net

TeamJobs, Poole 01202 445700 www.teamjobs.co.uk

The Work Shop, Ringwood 01425 489393 www.thework-shop.co.uk

Tru Talent, Bournemouth 01202 237129 www.tru-talent.co.uk

Wild Recruitment, Poole 01202 367181 www.wildrecruitment.co.uk

Recycling & Waste

Eco Sustainable Solutions, Christchurch 01202 593601 www.thisiseco.co.uk

New Milton Sand & Ballast Ltd, New Milton 01425610566 www.nmsb.co.uk

W & S Waste Management Ltd, Poole 01202 675564 www.wsrecycling.co.uk

Removals & Storage

Leatherbarrows Removals & Storage Ltd, Christchurch 01202 578581 www.leatherbarrows.co.uk

Store & Secure Self Storage, Poole 01202 620 220 www.storeandsecure.co.uk

Retail

Brewery Square, Dorchester 01305 267777 www.brewerysquare.com

Card Connection, Farnham 01252 892300 www.card-connection.co.uk

Hyperion Hot Tubs, Wimborne 01202985125 www.hyperionhottubs.co.uk

Poole Bay Holdings Ltd, Poole 01202493696 www.poolebayholdings.co.uk

The Dolphin Shopping Centre, Poole 01202 673906 www.dolphinshoppingcentre.co.uk

The Paddock Pantry Ltd, Sturminster Newton 01258 473336 www.thepaddockpantry.co.uk

Retail & Commercial Interiors

Creative Retail Solutions, Poole 01202 233088 www.creativeretailsolutions.co.uk

Kiwi Design, Verwood 01202 822634 www.kiwidesign.co.uk

Reward Scheme

Cordoba Rewards Ltd, 1st and 2nd Floors, Brownsea House 01202 133581 www.cordobarewards.co.uk

School Meals Provider

Forerunner Personal Catering, Bournemouth 01202 434555 www.hotmealsonwheels.com

Security

Vanguard Security Services Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 523573 www.vanguard-services.co.uk

Serviced Offices

Bayside Business Centre Ltd, Poole 01202 282042 www.baysidebusinesscentre.co.uk

BizSpace Poole & Christchurch, Poole 01202 853100/01202 0 www.bizspace.co.uk/spaces/poole

SmartBase, Christchurch 01202149189 www.smart-base.co.uk

Venaspace, Bournemouth 07507125442 www.venaspace.com

Signage

Bournemouth Sign Co., Christchurch 01202 797239 www.bsign.co.uk

Software/ Cloud Services

Instandart Ltd, Wimborne 07467793596, instandart.com

Servana Managed Services Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 026522 www.servanamanaged.com

Solweb Ltd, Ferndown Industrial Estate 01202 232846 www.solweb.co.uk

Spyrosoft Ltd, Christchurch 01202 059455 www.spyro-soft.com

Solar/Green Energy

Clive Lee Solar Consulting, Iwerne Minster 07554 998436, Save Energy UK Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 986262 www.saveenergyuk.co.uk

W H White Limited, Wimborne 01202 612504,

Solicitors

Battens Solicitors Ltd, Dorchester 01305 250560 www.battens.co.uk

Coles Miller Solicitors LLP, Poole 01202 673011 www.coles-miller.co.uk

Dutton Gregory Solicitors LLP, Bournemouth 01202 315005 www.duttongregory.co.uk

Ellis Jones Solicitors LLP, Bournemouth 01202 525333 www.ellisjones.co.uk

Frettens LLP, Christchurch 01202 499255 www.frettens.co.uk

Humphries Kirk, Poole 01305 251007 www.hklaw.uk

Laceys Solicitors LLP, Bournemouth 01202 377800 www.laceyssolicitors.co.uk

Lester Aldridge LLP, Bournemouth 01202 786161 www.lesteraldridge.com

Paris Smith LLP, Southampton 023 8048 2482 www.parissmith.co.uk

Preston Redman LLP, Bournemouth 01202 292424 www.prestonredman.co.uk

Reeves James Limited, Dorchester 01305 238470, reevesjames.com

Steele Raymond LLP, Bournemouth 01202 204598 www.steeleraymond.co.uk

Stowe Family Law LLP, Leeds 01202 113664 www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/ offices/bournemouth

Trethowans, Poole 01202 338585 www.trethowans.com

Woodstock Legal Services Ltd, Poole 03300885792 www.woodstocklegalservices.co.uk

Sports & Leisure

AFC Bournemouth, Bournemouth 01202 726322 www.afcb.co.uk

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Dorsety Football Association, Poole 01202 682375

www.dorsetfa.com

E-motion Fitness Hub, Poole 07900 535256, e-motionfitnesshub.com/

eseafoil Ltd, Bournemouth 07541 073717 www.eseafoil.com

Individuality Swimming Ltd, Poole 01202 031701 www.individualityswimmingandfitness. co.uk/

JM Adventure Ltd, Swanage 01929475691 www.jmadventure.com

Muc-Off Ltd, Poole 01202 307790 www.muc-off.com

Openwide International Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 983983 www.rockreef.co.uk

Poole Town Football Club (1991) Limited, Poole 07554816089 www.pooletownfc.co.uk/

Pure Golf Management, Winchester 07970 020303 www.puregolfmanagement.co.uk

Reid Bikes Ltd, Bournemouth 01202 526220 www.reidbikes.com

Sculpture by the Lakes Ltd, Dorchester 07720637808 www.sculpturebythelakes.co.uk

Swanage Railway Co. Ltd., Swanage 01929 425800 www.swanagerailway.co.uk

Stonemasons

Portman Stone Limited, Christchurch 01202 484340

www.portmanstone.com

Support Agencies

ES-AGENTS, Langford 07426488913,

Telecommunications

4COM Group Ltd, Bournemouth 03304 444444

www.4com.co.uk

Citrus Telecommunications Ltd, Bournemouth 03451 939393

www.boxclever-solutions.co.uk

Giganet Ltd, Fareham 08001078888

www.giganet.uk/business

Grapevine (Telecoms & IT), Poole 01202 644434

www.grapevine.uk.com

Telesoft Technologies Ltd, Blandford 01258 480880

www.telesoft-technologies.com

VoIP Unlimited, Poole 01202 612000 www.voip-unlimited.net

Wessex Internet Limited, Blandford 03332 407997

www.wessexinternet.com

Town Planning Consultants

Chapman Lily Planning Ltd, Wareham 01929 553818

www.clplanning.co.uk

Intelligent Land, Ferndown 01202 570471

www.intel-land.com

Ken Parke Planning Consultants, Bournemouth 01202538800

www.kenparkeplanning.com

Training

Aspire Training Team, Bournemouth 01202 551553

www.aspiretrainingteam.co.uk

Aspirin Business Solutions Ltd, Broadstone 01202 985112. www.aspirinbusiness.com

Exalt Training Ltd, Wareham 07889 502247 www.exalt-training.com

JRS Training, Poole 01202 681525, jrstraining.com

Locomotivation, Poole 01202 567204 www.locomotivation.co.uk

Martin John Training, Verwood 07720149753 www.martinjohn-training.co.uk

Micro Nav Limited, Bournemouth 01202 764444 www.micronav.co.uk

Nimble Elearning Ltd, Gloucestershire 01453823029 www.nimble-elearning.com

Ouch Learning and Development, Wimborne 01202 880999 www.ouchlandd.co.uk

Sandler Training Dorset, Poole 07769134753 www.dorset.sandler.com

SWAD (Sex With A Difference), Poole 07758724191 www.swaddorset.org/

Transport & Logistics

Brittany Ferries, Poole 08712 440411 www.brittany-ferries.co.uk

Channel Seaways Ltd, Poole 01481 723400 www.channelseaways.co.uk

Great Western Railway, London 0345 7000125 www.gwr.com

John Pipe Limited, Poole 01202 715888

www.johnpipe.co.uk

Morebus/Excelsior Coaches, Poole 01202 338420 www.morebus.co.uk

PHVC Minibus & Fleet Suppliers, Fareham 01489 580333 www.phvc.co.uk

Poole Harbour Commissioners, Poole 01202 440210 www.phc.co.uk

Travel

City Cruises PLC - Poole, Poole 020 77 400 437 www.citycruisespoole.com

Utilities

D&A Procurement Ltd, Poole 07956 311336 www.daprocurement.co.uk

Vehicle Leasing

ElectriX, Bournemouth 07944134806 www.lvelectrix.co.uk/

Vehicle Rental

Abacus Vehicle Hire - Horton Commercials, Wimborne 01202 877790 www.abacusvanhire.co.uk

Will Writing

Dorset Coast Wills, Christchurch 01202 985081 www.dorsetcoastwills.co.uk

Workwear

Tower Supplies, Poole 01202 718000, wearetower.com/

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Hall & Woodhouse serves up tidy streets for annual Founder’s Day

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pages 30-32

AECC UC uses health MOTs to boost productivity & reduce burnout

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page 30

IT & comms business Grapevine becomes 100% employee owned

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pages 26-29

Associated Town Chambers

2min
page 26

New Faces, New Places

1min
page 25

Bridge Health & Wellbeing become proud sponsors of water pump in Africa

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pages 22-24

Greendale Construction win Occupational Health Award and Member of the Year South West Award at BSG Ceremony

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page 22

Success for disabled entrepreneurs’ business start-up scheme

1min
pages 20-21

Warm welcome for Gareth on board

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page 20

Landmark agreement in REIDsteel redevelopment plans

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page 19

Waterfront apartments launch to the market in Poole

1min
page 19

Duke of Kent visits The Tank Museum

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pages 17-18

Showing their True Colours!

1min
page 17

The Dolphin partners with local charities to generate support for Dorset’s LGBTQ+ community

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pages 14-16

Bournemouth University climbs into top 30 in global sustainability rankings

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page 14

£2 single journey initiative extended once again for Morebus customers

1min
page 11

£1.2 million Degree Centre for Bournemouth & Poole College

1min
page 11

President’s Column

1min
pages 9-10

Community Sports Trust coaches make South Africa visit

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page 9

Solicitors focus minds on mental health

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pages 6-8

Charity remains at the “heart” of the Dorset Community for 30 years

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page 6

Charity trains 1700 local health and social care staff in Understanding Autism

1min
page 5

Making a splash for Diverse Abilities

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page 5

Charity Partnerships – Things to Know

2min
page 4

A very warm welcome to the July edition of Dorset Business Focus.

1min
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