Chamber News
Amidst Airport Uncertainty, Local Chamber Calls on Government To Choose Doncaster for Great British Rail HQ
Chamber News Six locations are currently vying to be named headquarters of Great British Railways (GBR) and, as the decision about this looms, Doncaster Chamber is urging the government to choose South Yorkshire. Earlier this year, a competitive bidding process was opened to towns and cities across the UK, with a goal of deciding where…
Doncaster Chamber Responds to Doncaster Sheffield Airport Closure Announcement
News & Events Doncaster Chamber has responded to this morning’s announcement, from Peel Group, that Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) is set to close. Reacting to this news, Dan Fell, Chief Exec of the Chamber said: “We are very disappointed to learn that Peel Group has chosen to reject the region’s generous offer regarding Doncaster Sheffield…
Measures To Reduce Business Costs Welcome, But Questions Remain About The Overall Impact Of Tax Changes On The Economy
News & Events Responding to the Chancellor’s ‘Mini Budget’, the CEOs of Barnsley & Rotherham, Doncaster and Sheffield Chambers of Commerce said in a joint statement: “South Yorkshire businesses share the ambition of the Chancellor to raise the UK’s economic game. At a time when so many face rising energy costs and workforce shortages, bold…
Opportunity To Join Our Board of Directors
News & Events An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Board of Directors. On your behalf, this group works to ensure that the Chamber is run effectively by providing leadership, governance, oversight and assurance. They are elected by our members, at which point they serve three years as non-executive directors (NEDs). Once that term…
Bank Holiday Closure for Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral
News & Events As we observe a Bank Holiday for the funeral of Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II, our office will be closed on Monday the 19th September. Rest assured, the Chamber will reopen on Tuesday the 20th September, at which point normal services will resume. We thank you for your understanding and patience.
In Remembrance: Doncaster Chamber Pays Tribute to Her Majesty The Queen
News & Events Doncaster Chamber is deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II. Dan Fell, Chief Exec of Doncaster Chamber, said: “This news has been profoundly affecting for us at the Chamber, for our members and, I am sure, for the whole of South Yorkshire. “For most people today, the…
Doncaster Chamber Shortlisted for National Chamber of the Year Award
News & Events Doncaster Chamber has been shortlisted for a national award, in recognition of the tireless work it does for the local business community. The “Chamber of the Year” accolade will be featured as part of the Chamber Business Awards event in October. A total of 53 accredited organisations – across the UK…
Finalists Announced for this Year’s Doncaster Business Awards
News & Events The shortlist for this year’s Doncaster Business Awards has just been announced, with an assortment of impressive nominees spanning a total of 13 different categories. Taking place on Thursday, December 1, this will be the annual ceremony’s 24th iteration and will take place at the usual venue of Doncaster Racecourse. The black-tie event…
South Yorkshire Chambers to Deliver Local Skills Improvement Plan for the Region
News & Events The three Chambers of Commerce for South Yorkshire confirm funding to continue the development of a Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) on behalf of the entire region. The three Chambers of Commerce for South Yorkshire confirm funding to continue the development of a Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) on behalf of the…
Rail Minister Wendy Morton MP welcomed to Doncaster ahead of GBR HQ vote deadline
News & Events Partners from across Doncaster and South Yorkshire, including the Mayors of Doncaster and South Yorkshire and local MPs, have today welcomed Rail Minister Wendy Morton MP to the city as part of the national competition to be the home of Great British Railways. The Minister visited Doncaster’s rail cluster – including major…
The Third Episode of PolicyPod Is Now Available, Listen Today!
News & Events Discover what the Mayor of South Yorkshire, Oliver Coppard’s top priorities are. James Marriott, podcast host, and Louisa Harrison-Walker, Executive Director at Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, put forward questions based on the findings of the quarter 2 South Yorkshire Quarterly Economic Survey. Gain real insight from the mayor himself, responding to what…
Doncaster Chamber Calls For An End To Political Sparring Over Doncaster Sheffield Airport Review
News & Events It has been three weeks since the owners of Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA), Peel Group, announced their intention to conduct a short-term review into the viability of aviation activity at the site. Ever since this story broke, your Chamber – along with Doncaster Council and the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority –…