Chichester Business July–December 2016
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IN THIS ISSUE... Chichester Business July–December 2016
03–08 Events programme: July–December 2016 09 Meet the Board: Introducing the 9 Directors, here to represent you
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Cover image: CCCI networking meeting at Rolls Royce. Photograph by Sue Saunders Photography.
11 Chichester Business Improvement District update by Andrew Finnamore, BID Chair 12 Member profile Mark Spofforth, High Sheriff of West Sussex 13 Business Navigator Service 6,000 businesses helped and counting... 15 Lunch with our local MP Andrew Tyrie 15 A27 – Have your say by Jason Miller 19 Welcome to our new members
Want to contribute? Members are invited to send their editorial to: Chichester Chamber of Commerce and Industry 82 North Street Chichester PO19 1LQ Phone: 01243 531765 Mobile: 07796 950054 Email: office@chichestercci.org.uk Web: www.chichestercci.org.uk CB Magazine is the magazine of Chichester Chamber of Commerce & Industry. Published bi-annually it is distributed to the membership of CCCI and surrounding local businesses. Editorial: Helen Reeve, Business Development Director, Chichester Chamber of Commerce and Industry Branding and design: TM Design | timmulkerndesign.co.uk
Welcome A warm welcome to all our readers of this, the second edition of Chichester Business; a new bi-annual magazine highlighting business news and Chamber events in Chichester and the District. A further warm and exciting welcome to the Chichester Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s new Chair, Julie Kapsalis – Vice-Principal (Commercial) of Chichester College; and new Vice-Chair, Shelagh Legrave OBE DL – Principal and Chief Executive of Chichester College. As leaders of a multimillion pound business at the forefront of Education and Training in the South East, their appointments arguably mark a new era for CCCI and further strengthen a board of directors, who continue to champion your local business opportunities and needs. Please go to page 9 to see all the updates on the CCCI board. And, what a time to be at the centre of Chichester business! As the key voice for businesses in Chichester and the District, CCCI is championing numerous issues which will impact you and potentially your customers. We have just released Chichester CCI – Have Your Say and we implore all members to spare 5 minutes to tell us their thoughts on topics from local transport to the A27, to housing development, to access to apprentices – http://www.chichestercci.org.uk/chambernews/have-your-say-the-ccci-survey. Results from this survey will drive how CCCI represents our membership on the local stage in the coming months. CCCI, has also recently announced its intention to act as the voice for local businesses on the A27 consultation process. As many of you are aware, CCCI was one of the first collaborative bodies to be consulted by Mott MacDonald in September 2015, when they spoke to the Chamber membership about the options for the A27. Since then changes have been aplenty, read what Andrew Tyrie MP had to say on this and more on page 15. It is CCCI’s role to act as the business communicator during the consultation process which is fast approaching. So, the Chamber is busier than ever with many new members and continued engagement from companies involved in the Chamber for many years. This is reflected in our events programme, which for the next 6 months has even more opportunities for you to network, grow your business, increase your business profile and receive business support. I hope you enjoy reading this edition and look forward to seeing you at CCCI events in the months ahead.
Helen Reeve Business Development Director
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Places need to be booked in advance for all our events at: www.chichestercci.org.uk
Events programme: July–December 2016 JULY
Behind the Scenes – Chichester Cinema at New Park
Content Marketing Workshop with Get Set for Growth
Date: Wednesday 6 July Venue: Chichester Cinema at New Park, New Park Road, Chichester, PO19 7XY Time: 9.30am – 11.30am Cost: Members only £10
Date: Tuesday 5th July Venue: Chichester Harbour Hotel (The Ship Hotel) North Street, Chichester PO19 1NH Time: 9.30am – 11.30am Cost: Members FREE You’ve no doubt heard that Content is King; ‘Everyone’s a publisher now’. The business benefits are clear: content marketing can raise your profile, boost your SEO, support conversions and deepen relationships with prospects and customers.
In Chichester we are very proud to have a fantastic independent cinema, Chichester Cinema at New Park. Now in its 37th year, the cinema offers 300 quality films a year, alongside the highly successful Chichester International Film Festival now in its 25th year (11-28 Aug), the largest on the South Coast, which includes a Drive-In (Northgate) and Open Air (Priory Park). Join us to for a behind-the-scenes experience of independent cinema and meet the team who deliver the programmes and events.
Networking Chamber Monthly Meeting
In this high impact 2 hour session, we’ll look at: • Factors transforming buying behaviour today • Auditing your existing website and content • Developing audience personas to improve engagement • The cornerstones of compelling content: copy, audio, video, imagery • Planning and executing an editorial calendar.
Date: Monday 11 July Venue: Chichester College, Westgate Fields, Chichester PO19 1SB Time: 6.00pm – 8.15pm Cost: Members FREE Non-members, join us at two of our evening meetings as a guest and see how it works for you. Join us at our regular Networking Chamber Monthly Meeting in the Conference Hall at Chichester College. A presentation by Louise Goldsmith, Leader of West Sussex County Council, Business Gem and Chamber updates will be held during the meeting. Prize kindly donated by: The Fitness and Weightloss Playground.
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The voice of Chichester business chichestercci.org.uk EVENTS
How to handle the media and other audiences Afternoon tea with Hampshire Chamber of Commerce
Date: Tuesday 19 July Venue: The Langstone Hotel, Northney Road, Hayling Island, PO11 0NQ Time: 2.00pm – 4.30pm Cost: Members £20 | Non-members £25
A well known face and voice from his 20-year long career as a BBC TV reporter and producer, Freddie Rostand is a characterful raconteur guaranteed to amuse, entertain and inform business. Freddie will be offering tips on how best to get your message across, how to cope with hostile interviews and challenging audiences and the best ways to manage the perils of social media for all sizes of business. Join us for a sumptuous traditional English afternoon tea prepared by the ex head chef to the late Queen Mother!
Big Breakfast – ‘Inspiration Over Eggs’
Summer Social with Chichester Community Development Trust
Date: Friday 22 July Venue: The Community Hall, Donegal Avenue, Roussillon Park, Chichester, PO19 6DF Time: 6pm – 9pm Cost: Members & Non-members: £10 Includes fish & chips and wine Join us for the Chamber’s Summer Social, a brand new event kindly hosted by Chichester Community Development Trust (CCDT). CCDT is a registered charity, working within the communities at Graylingwell Park and Roussillon Park to create local opportunities, employment and build a community spirit. Join us for wine and fish and chips, for a fun and informal networking event. This is a social event so we do encourage you to bring a guest who can attend at the same superb rate as members. 50% of the proceeds will go to CCDT.
AUGUST Speed Networking with our neighbours
Date: Wednesday 20 July Venue: Dresden Room, Chichester Cathedral Enterprises, 4 Canon Lane, Chichester PO19 1PX Time: 7.30am – 10.00am Cost: Members only: £25 Includes full English breakfast The Big Breakfast are extended breakfast meetings, sponsored and hosted by Recenseo. In July Andrew Ball, Global Corporate Communications Manager at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars will share a behind the scenes perspective, followed by a facilitated discussion to share relevant experiences and challenges you’ve faced or are facing. A valuable and exclusive interactive peer support session limited to 20 attendees.
Date: Wednesday 3 August Venue: Hilton Avisford Park Hotel, Yapton Lane, Walberton, Arundel BN18 0LS Time: 12pm – 2.30pm Cost: Members £20 Non-members £25 CCCI in conjunction with Worthing & Adur Chamber of Commerce, and sponsored by Recenseo, invites companies from all sectors to explore new opportunities and contacts. Using an innovative format of seated 3-way speed networking, this event is both invaluable and great fun!
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EVENTS
SEPTEMBER
Ask the Expert - Marketing
Business Curry Club with Chichester BID
Date: Wednesday 14 September Venue: Chichester Cathedral Enterprises, Dresden Room, 4 Canon Lane, Chichester PO19 1PX Time: 9.30am – 11.30am Cost: Members £25 | Non-members £30
Date: Tuesday 6 September Venue: Masala Gate, 8 St Pancras, Chichester, PO19 7SJ Time: 5.45pm – 8pm Cost: Members & Non-members £15 Includes: Drink on arrival, selection of starters, curry A brand new event to socialise and network with businesses from the City Centre and District wide, in a relaxed and informal environment over a delicious Curry. At the fantastic price of £15 for a welcome drink, starters and a curry – this will become the place to network. No speakers, no pressure – just curry!
With: Yellowbrand, Kaliko Consultancy, Access by-Design and GetSet for Growth Marketing continues to be an important part of any business strategy, but where do you start or how can you maximise the best use of your resources. Four experts look at four areas of marketing: the importance of brand, marketing strategy, demystifying social media and making the best of your website. This is your one-stop shop to build the best and most effective marketing for your business.
Breakfast Briefing - Top Tips for Employers
Networking Chamber Monthly Meeting
Date: Monday 12 September Venue: Itchenor Sailing Club, West Itchenor PO20 7AG Time: 6.00pm – 8.15pm Cost: Members FREE Non-members, join us at two of our evening meetings as a guest and see how it works for you. The stunning and perfectly situated Itchenor Sailing Club host this meeting. This hidden gem is situated on Itchenor Reach with breathtaking views over Chichester Harbour. A great place to network with a presentation, Business Gem and Chamber updates, which will all be held during the meeting. Prize kindly donated by: Kingsbridge Estates
Date: Wednesday 21 September Venue: Vicars Hall, Chichester Cathedral Enterprises, Chichester PO19 1PX Time: 7.30am – 9.00am Cost: Members: £15 | Non-members: £20 Includes full English breakfast ACAS are best known for their role in dispute resolution and less so for the range of services that are offered to companies of all sizes in the field of prevention. ACAS promote good employment relations and human resource excellence. Steve Elliott has worked for ACAS for twenty years and will deliver a short presentation entitled “Top tips for Employers” which will focus on best practice through the employment life cycle. Steve will share tips around recruitment, managing difficult employees, performance and attendance management.
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The voice of Chichester business chichestercci.org.uk EVENTS
OCTOBER
Behind the Scenes - Waitrose
Speed Networking with Hampshire Chamber
Date: Thursday 6 October Venue: Langstone Hotel, Northney, Hayling Island, Portsmouth PO11 ONQ Time: 12pm – 2.30pm Cost: Members £20 Non-members £25
CCCI in conjunction with Hampshire Chamber, and sponsored by Recenseo, invites companies from all sectors to explore new opportunities and contacts. Using an innovative format of seated 3-way speed networking, this event is both invaluable and great fun!
Networking Chamber Monthly Meeting Bring a guest evening
Date: Monday 10 October Venue: Kingsbridge Estates (for full details see www.chichestercci.org.uk) Time: 6.00pm – 8.15pm Cost: Members FREE Non-members, join us at two of our evening meetings as a guest and see how it works for you. Kingsbridge Estates is a privately owned, investment and development company, focused on acquiring commercial property, specifically for leasing to end users, in locations around the South of England, including Chichester and the District. Kingsbridge Estates welcome you to one of their developments, for October’s networking chamber meeting with a presentation, Business Gem and Chamber updates. Prize kindly donated by: CO Prom
Date: Wednesday 19 October Venue: Waitrose, Via Ravenna, Chichester PO19 1RD Time: 9.30am - 11.30am Cost: Members only: £10 Waitrose in Chichester has been part of the local shopping scene for the past 35 years. Along with the Waitrose way – championing British produce, supporting responsible sourcing, treating people fairly and treading lightly on the environment – Waitrose is a huge local employer providing over 200 jobs. If you are a member of the Chamber and would like to find out more about this large business in our city please join us at this ‘Behind the Scenes’ event. There will be an opportunity to look around the offices and on-line business, as well as meeting the Branch management team and the staff (known as Partners)
Big Breakfast – ‘Inspiration Over Eggs’
Date: Wednesday 26 October Venue: Dresden Room, Chichester Cathedral Enterprises, 4 Canon Lane, Chichester PO19 1PX Time: 7.30am – 10.00am Cost: Members only: £25 Includes full English breakfast The Big Breakfast are extended breakfast meetings, sponsored and hosted by Recenseo. In October, Neil Jarvis, Director of Industrial Operations at The Body Shop, will share a behind the scenes perspective, followed by a facilitated discussion to share relevant experiences and challenges you’ve faced or are facing. A valuable and exclusive interactive peer support session limited to 20 attendees.
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NOVEMBER
Breakfast Briefing – The Bank of England
Business Curry Club with Chichester BID
Date: Tuesday 1 November Venue: Masala Gate, 8 St Pancras, Chichester PO19 7SJ Time: 5.45pm – 8pm Cost: Members & Non-members £15 Includes drink on arrival, selection of starters, curry A brand new event to socialise and network with businesses from the City Centre and District wide, in a relaxed and informal environment over a delicious Curry. At the fantastic price of £15 for a welcome drink, starters and a curry – this will become the place to network. No speakers, no pressure – just curry!
Date: Wednesday 23 November Venue: Chichester Cathedral Enterprises, Dresden Room, 4 Canon Lane, Chichester PO19 1PX Time: 7.30am – 9.00am Cost: Members: £15 | Non-members: £20 Includes full English breakfast Florence Hubert, Deputy Agent for the Central Southern Agency will be discussing the economic forecast at the Chichester Chamber. There will be plenty of opportunity for members to ask questions and for you to air your comments and concerns on the current economic situation, all over a delicious English breakfast.
Networking Chamber Monthly Meeting - AGM
OBSERVER & GAZETTE BUSINESS AWARDS 2016
Congratulations to Chichester Chamber of Commerce & Industry Award winners!
Date: Monday 14 November Venue: The Novium, Tower St, Chichester PO19 1QH Time: 6.00pm – 8.15pm Cost: Members FREE Non-members, join us at two of our evening meetings as a guest and see how it works for you. Always a popular location for CCCI, the purpose built museum lies in the heart of Chichester offering a historic backdrop for our networking meetings. AGM Chamber updates will be held during the meeting. Prize kindly donated by: Hughes Lewis Consulting.
RETAILER The Café by Lucy Armstrong Chocolates
START-UP BUSINESS Kiwi Recruitment
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT Cobnor Activity Centre Trust
MEDIUM BUSINESS Judges Recognition Q Hair & Beauty
TOURISM & LEISURE Fishbourne Roman Palace & Gardens
TOURISM & LEISURE Judges Recognition READERS’ CHOICE The Novium
EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR Moore Stephens
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The voice of Chichester business chichestercci.org.uk EVENTS
Ask the Expert - Growing your business Demystifying the finance and funding process to achieve growth for your business
Date: Wednesday 30 November Venue: Dresden Room, Chichester Cathedral Enterprises, 4 Canon Lane, Chichester PO19 1PX Time: 9.30am – 11.30am Cost: Members £25 | Non-members £30 With: C2C Business Navigator, Chichester Community Development Trust, Steve Oates - Chichester District Council, EFT Finance, GetSet for Growth, Training Links, Paul Jones - NatWest A one-stop-shop to demystifying the finance and funding process to find and approach potential funders and achieve growth for your business. One of the key reasons businesses fail to grow is a lack of finance. However, with a national agenda to increase finance, there are even more options and support to find the right solution for your business.
DECEMBER Afternoon Tea at The Goodwood Hotel
Date: Thursday 1 December Venue: The Goodwood Hotel, Goodwood Chichester, PO18 0QB Time: 3pm – 5pm Cost: Members £20 Non-members £30 Join us for afternoon tea with a guest speaker at The Goodwood Hotel, set in the heart of the 12,000 acre Goodwood Estate. The afternoon will offer a stylish and relaxed opportunity to network over delicious sandwiches, scones and cakes.
Networking Chamber Monthly Meeting
This workshop will look at a variety of finance options with all important tips from writing bids, crowd funding, banking loans, District Council grants and small business bank loans. We also hear from a successful local charity, Chichester Community Development Trust, on applying for and winning grants and bids.
DESIGN FOR BUSINESS BRAND
Date: Monday 5 December Venue: Chichester Park Hotel, Madgwick Lane, Westhampnett Road, Chichester PO19 7QL Time: 6.00pm – 8.15pm Cost: Members FREE Non-members, join us at two of our evening meetings as a guest and see how it works for you.
WEB Call : 01243 771930 Email : tim@timmulkerndesign.co.uk Visit : timmulkerndesign.co.uk
DESIGN
The Chichester Park Hotel welcome us for the CCCI’s December monthly meeting. Join us for some festive cheer and networking. A presentation, Business Gem and Chamber updates will be held during the meeting. Prize kindly donated by: Rathbones
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CCCI BOARD MEMBERS
Meet the Board, here to represent you! The CCCI Board consists of 9 directors from large to small businesses.
CHAIR
VICE-CHAIR
Julie was appointed Vice Principal (Commercial) at Chichester College in 2014. Prior to this Julie worked as director of business programmes at the South East England Development Agency, before fulfilling a lifelong ambition to work on the London 2012 Olympics managing volunteering and community engagement. Julie has served as an advisor to the UK Government’s task force on women’s enterprise and currently sits on the Coast to Capital Board.
Shelagh has been Principal & Chief Executive of Chichester College since 2010 and prior to that was its Chief Operating Officer. Shelagh is a qualified accountant and also chairs the Trustees of Stonepillow, a charity helping the homeless. Shelagh also serves on the Boards of the Chichester Festival Theatre, Bourne Community College, Coast to Capital and the Betty Martin Charity. JULIE KAPSALIS
SHELAGH LEGRAVE OBE DL
THE BOARD
NICKY PADDY : TREASURER NICKY PADDY & CO
DIANNE LAMBDIN SUSSEX HR HUB
GARETH SEAR UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER
ALAN EDMONDS IMPROBIZ
JASON MILLER STEADYG0
PETER STEVENS PURE EMPLOYMENT LAW
STEVE OATES CHICHESTER DISTRICT COUNCIL
OFFICE
Chichester Chamber of Commerce & Industry First Floor, 82 North Street, Chichester PO19 1LQ Helen Reeve, Business Development Director: office@chichestercci.org.uk
HELEN REEVE : BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR - CCCI
GAYLE DIXON ADMINISTRATOR - CCCI
Gayle Dixon, Administrator: admin@chichestercci.org.uk Tel: 01243 531765
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BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) UPDATE
Support us and you support your city By Andrew Finnamore, BID Chairman ‘Objectivity and articulation’ has been my mantra ever since I took on the role of Chairman in 2010. Chichester BID was never set up to peddle anyone’s agenda, but to give ‘business’ a voice, in the creation of a vibrant market place. If you drag your mind back to those heady days of midrecession, you might, just might, remember how bad things were, whether you owned your business or you worked for others. Banks had tightened their lending policies, Local Authorities planned to cut where it couldn’t afford to be, and confidence was on the floor. Who would be mad enough to ask business to ‘think outside the box’? We were. Being prepared to try and maybe accept failure as a consequence, is the spirit upon which this nation once thrived, and which we are in danger of losing. If we always believe the status quo is our template for the future, there is no future. This is not an argument for rash and ill-considered behaviour, but a measured assessment of what has gone by and use it to
frame the future you wish to achieve – accept that a changing world is to be embraced, not hidden from. Tease out the bits you see worked and use them as your foundation.
Embedded consultation As we embark on our final year in the first term, we start the process of embedded consultation to see how the businesses want us to respond to changing market conditions, and once more address those matters that our local authority partners can’t or won’t address. The answer is always constructive partnership – for us going forwards, it’s the Chamber, BID and Visit Chichester working much closer together. Three strong, private sector business voices. ‘Support us and you support your city.’ www.chichesterbid.co.uk
Business Curry Club with Chichester BID Join us to network and socialise over a delicious curry. Tues 6 September Tues 1 November from 5.45pm at Masala Gate, 8 St Pancras. Book now: www.chichestercci.org.uk/events
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The voice of Chichester business chichestercci.org.uk MEMBER PROFILE
Mark Spofforth, New High Sheriff of West Sussex Mark has also given a considerable amount of voluntary time and effort in the charity sector, working with Lord Hodgson on a Government review of the Charities Act in March 2012, and currently serves on the group that drafts the accounting rules, the “SORP for Charities”. Mark is currently on the Board of Trustees for the Thalidomide Trust, and is a Governor at Sion School in Worthing.
Influence
Mark Spofforth is a senior partner at the Chichester office of Spofforths Chartered Accountants. He has worked as a general practitioner for nearly 30 years and has looked after many family businesses, trusts and charities. The firm is shortly to merge with Kreston Reeves to become a major regional player in professional services across London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex. Mark has had a varied career in the profession, working with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, of which he was President in 2012. That experience led to a period on the Takeover Panel, and on Committees within BIS working on better regulation.
As High Sheriff, Mark plans to use whatever influence the role bestows to help the residents and organisations of West Sussex, and particularly Chichester. He looks forward to assisting with Citizenship ceremonies to greet newcomers to the county and also wants to single out the members of the Police and Fire services who go a step beyond what any reasonable member of the public expect. Being High Sheriff enables him to raise the profile of charitable organisations and Mark has chosen two charities – The Chestnut Tree Hospice and Winston’s Wish, both focused on children and the impact that cancer can have on their lives, for which to raise funds. Spofforths spofforths.co.uk Chichester office: 01243 787627
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BUSINESS NAVIGATOR SERVICE
6,000 businesses helped so far... Around 6,000 local businesses have been supported by the Business Navigator Growth Hub service since it was launched two years ago. The Business Navigator service was set up to support the growth and prosperity of the Coast to Capital region by helping new start-ups, entrepreneurs and established businesses quickly find the most relevant support and information. This is delivered through the Business Navigator website and includes an online directory of business support organisations, funding and grant schemes, a calendar of local business events, resources and videos. Behind the scenes there is also a team of business navigators who provide more personal advice. One business in Chichester which has benefited from the navigator service is Across Safety Development. It provides risk management solutions tailored to the aviation industry. Jennie Verrinder was introduced to Claire Atkinson, senior
Jennie said: “There’s a vast amount of support available to a growing business but it’s difficult to know where to start and where to find it can be a challenge. A great deal of time was saved from researching myself as Claire quickly understood our business needs and put me in touch with the right people that could help meet our objectives and grow the business.” business navigator, at a Chichester Chamber event. At the time their business was in the process of growing and looking for general business support and advice around grants and funding within the sector.
Please call on 0800 977 4146 to speak with a Business Navigator who can help guide you through the support available and help identify the most appropriate solutions for you or visit the website c2cbusiness.org.uk
ASK THE EXPERTS: Growing your Business A one-stop-shop to demystifying the finance and funding process to find and approach potential funders and achieve growth for your business.
30 November | 9.30am-11.30am Chichester Cathedral Enterprises, Dresden Room, 4 Canon Lane, Chichester PO19 1PX
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CCCI EVENT
HAVE YOUR SAY
Lunch with Andrew Tyrie MP By Tracey McEachran, Curious Minds Consulting
to the south of Chichester will further exacerbate congestion. In the interest of attracting more businesses to the area, improvements to the southern road are critical.
Your voice counts!
Housing development
The sun was shining and the room was warm both in a sense of the atmosphere and the temperature, all in all a perfect setting for a Chichester Chamber of Commerce and Industry lunch date at The Chichester Harbour Hotel with MP for Chichester, Andrew Tyrie. No advance warnings or rehearsals as Mr Tyrie worked his way around the room soliciting chamber member’s opinions on the subjects they would like him to cover during his 30-minute talk. I think it would be safe to say there were no surprise topics for the MP!
A27 improvements Top of the list, of course, was the now redundant A27 northern by-pass and continued improvements to the current southern by-pass. In answer to the question ‘Why was the northern bypass option scrapped before it came to full consultation?’ Mr Tyrie talked about limited funds and that the proposed northern bypass would have sucked all of Highways England’s limited financial resources for highways improvements, much needed for the southern route. Given that two thirds of traffic at peak times is local, the northern bypass would not alleviate much of the current congestion on the southern bypass. The decision to scrap the northern bypass was taken in order to ensure future improvements to the southern bypass. Mr Tyrie felt that it was critical to ensure improvements to the current infrastructure, particularly as continued housing development
Moving on from the A27, but staying with housing development, Mr Tyrie shared his views on development within the South Downs National Park, which covers three quarters of his constituency. Current planning permission allows for approximately 75 homes per annum within the CDC part of the National Park. He questioned whether there was scope to raise the number given the amount of derelict farm buildings that could be set aside for development. ‘Banks’ continued to form an important line of question from bonuses to how the government could ensure there was better support for small businesses. Mr Tyrie’s response was banks need more competition, however he also talked about the difficulty of bringing new banks to the market and the need for change to legislation to make this possible.
Immigration There were many other topics covered over Mr Tyrie’s relaxed and informal talk amongst which was immigration, expressing his view that immigration had a positive impact on the area and the important question should not be how many, but whom. Other topics briefly touched upon were pensions and savings alongside Boris Johnson and the Chichester Festival Theatre. Mr Tyrie threw a few party politics in but on the whole he took the opportunity to address the issues affecting local businesses in the room. For the full blog about the lunch please go to www.chichestercci.org.uk. Event was sponsored by
By Jason Miller Director of CCCI and SteadyGo As the key business voice for Chichester and the District we continue to take part in consultations that we believe will benefit all members and continue to help our city grow economically. In May 2016 we outlined our key objectives for Chichester businesses and the continued debate surrounding the A27, these are: 1. To lobby Highways England and Department of Transport to maintain funding at maximum levels to ensure the best possible long term solution to improve the existing A27. 2. To lobby Highways England and Department of Transport to establish a suitable programme of works through design, enabling works and construction in conjunction with WSCC that minimises disruption to all road users whilst the upgrades are being carried out. 3. To seek assurances from Highways England and the Department of Transport that they acknowledge that the impact on and views of local businesses should be given considerable weight in any decision making process. CCCI have formed an advisory committee and we are encouraging all CCCI members and local business to sign up to the #A27Haveyoursay campaign, so we can form a unified voice to lobby on these key issues. For further information please go to http://www.chichestercci.org.uk/ chamber-news/the-a27
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Chichester’s stunning new wedding venue
Set in the grounds of Priory Park, in the heart of Chichester, our beautiful Guildhall radiates romance and charm the perfect setting for couples looking for a venue with history and ambience.
For enquiries, or to arrange a viewing, call us on 01243 775888 or email thenovium@chichester.gov.uk Thanks to Proposals, Moss Bros and the Flower Gallery in Chichester whose goods are featured in our pictures.
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aving gained valuable experience working for the NHS, business owners Fiona and Paul Moir realised their ambitions of running their own business when they started goPhysio back in 2001. The main challenge they faced was accessing external finance, in order to upscale to a bigger premise within the local vicinity that would facilitate the next phase of their business growth. That’s when they enrolled with GetSet for Growth. Working closely with expert marketing and finance advisors, the Eastleigh-based physiotherapy business made a successful application for a LEP Grant. GetSet was able to support them through this process as they unlocked the necessary finance to help them move their business forward. Fiona and Paul’s uncertainty in accessing finance is far from being an exception to the rule. In fact, The Department of Business Innovation & Skills Small Business Survey found that despite 76% of UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) claiming aspirations for growth, almost half have had difficulties in accessing finance. This is where GetSet for Growth’s fully funded support is invaluable.
FREE UPCOMING EVENTS: CONTENT MARKETING - 7th July 2016 In partnership with the Chichester Chamber, this high impact session will explore the benefits of content marketing for your business and cover how to audit your existing website content and more. (See Page 3) ASK THE EXPERT - MARKETING - ‘DEMYSTIFYING SOCIAL MEDIA’ - 14th September 2016 Featuring GetSet’s Marketing Advisor and Partnership Manager, Helen Stratton. (See Page 5) ASK THE EXPERT - GROWING YOUR BUSINESS - ‘CROWDFUNDING’ - 30th November 2016 Featuring GetSet’s Senior Business Finance Advisor, Vicki Dunn-Mussert. (See Page 8)
“Growing a business is tough.” says Helen Stratton, Team Leader for GetSet for Growth Solent “It requires a balance of confidence, resilience and skills in order to navigate your way through the myriad of issues you come across along the way. GetSet’s unique combination of finance and marketing support means that businesses don’t have to find their way in the dark anymore. By registering for the support, which is fully funded thanks to the Regional Growth Fund, they can call upon the expertise of time served professionals who have, more than likely, been in their shoes before. You can’t put a value on that type of support for a small business owner who is trying to break through the growth ceiling”. GetSet has already supported well over 2,000 businesses and raised more than £6 million for its clients. And in June and July, small business owners in Chichester, and across the Solent area, can benefit from
a series of fully funded masterclasses, covering business and marketing strategies, content marketing and SEO, which are being delivered in partnership with the Chichester Chamber of Commerce & Industry. “We’re delighted to be delivering these masterclasses in partnership with the Chichester Chamber” says Helen, “It’s a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to get access to our fully funded support and see that the growth potential in their businesses is well within their reach.”
If your business would benefit from fully funded support, register with GetSet for Growth at www.getsetforgrowth.com/register or call the Solent team on 0800 917 7044. Delivered by
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