UK economy has grown more than expected
The UK’s economy grew by more than expected in the first three months of 2025 according to the latest official figures
Creative Clay For All Honoured for Outstanding Community Support
In a celebration of the dedication and commitment businesses bring to their local communities, Creative Clay for All has been awarded the Silver Award for Community at the Dorchester Business Awards
The Employment Rights Bill, NICs, and tariffs: How will they impact you?
Economic developments are moving at a rapid pace. The annual British Chambers of Commerce Workforce Survey is one of our most influential pieces of research on labour market issues.
Finalists named for Dorset Apprenticeship Awards
Organisers have announced finalists who have won through to the shortlist for 2025 Dorset Apprenticeship Awards. Dorset Chamber and Dorset and Somerset Training Provider Network (DSTPN) are holding the annual celebration.
A record 299,419 returns filed in the first week of the new tax year
Thousands more people are choosing to file their tax returns during the first week of the new tax year (6 to 12 April), with an extra 28,503 filing in 2025, compared to 270,916 people in 2020.