
REACTION: Spending Review Must Be A Catalyst For Growth
Reaction: Rachel Reeves has announced an extra £29bn per year for the NHS in England, funding boosts for defence and housing, as she set out spending plans until the end of the decade.
Catch up with existing, and make new contacts at our Autumn lunch on Tuesday 13 October 12noon – 2pm at Meram Kitchen, Brewery Square. Sponsored by Ellis Jones Solicitors Dorchester

Reaction: Rachel Reeves has announced an extra £29bn per year for the NHS in England, funding boosts for defence and housing, as she set out spending plans until the end of the decade.

The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) is the UK’s largest and longest-running independent survey of business sentiment.

The Dorchester Chamber for Business is delighted to hear that the former Marks and Spencer building will get a new lease as a Premier Inn

The UK’s economy grew by more than expected in the first three months of 2025 according to the latest official figures

Coastland College Digital Skills Skills Bootcamp Offers Dorset Businesses a Great-Value Route to Workforce Development Dorset businesses looking to invest

Piddletrenthide Pantomime Horse Racing comes to The Manor House, Piddletrenthide DT2 7QX on Saturday 12th September 2026, 4:00 pm until late, with proceeds to All Saints Church.

Dorset County Show returns this weekend (5-6 Sept) with farming, food, countryside and spectacular entertainment

Summer show season is one of the highlights of the Dorset calendar. Join Blanchards Bailey at The Dorset County Show 5/6 September.
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The Dorchester Chamber was founded in 1916 and plays an active role in the town and surrounding area helping to promote local business and encourage growth.
Our aim is to help local businesses work together to help each other and boost trade.
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