Is the UK Stuck in a Low-Growth Trap?
09/09/2025
The British Chambers of Commece has released it’s latest ecomomic forcast.
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Chamber News
Fed up with late payments?
15/08/2025
This government is committed to tackling the scourge of late payments, which costs the UK economy almost £11 billion per
Shape the future of self-driving vehicles
21/07/2025
A consultation has been launched by the government to assess attitudes from individuals and business on self-driving vehicles.
Illegally modified electric bikes, scramblers and scooters seized
20/07/2025
Dorset Police has launched a targeted operation to tackle the use of illegally modified electric bikes, scramblers and scooters in
Members News
New name for Kingston Mauward and Weymouth Colleges
09/09/2025
A new name has been unveiled for two Dorset colleges that merged last year. Kingston Maurward, which focuses on land-based studies, merged with Weymouth further education college in August 2024.
Even Keel Solutions Appoints Duncan Lyle as Director to Strengthen Insolvency Advice Services
11/08/2025
Duncan brings extensive experience in personal and corporate insolvency matters. Having qualified as an Insolvency Practitioner in 2008 he subsequently specialised in bankruptcy cases for the last decade.
Report highlights how collaboration between employers and skills sector is actively closing gaps
20/07/2025
Dorset Chamber has published the second Dorset Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) Progress Report.
Headland HR Wins Gold at the 2025 West Dorset Business Awards
13/07/2025
Dorchester Chamber member Headland HR, a leading HR consultancy based in Dorset, has proudly taken home Gold in the B2B category at the West Dorset Business Awards 2025.
Dorchester Chamber for Business
We promote, support and influence the interests of our members
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.
However we are only strong and influential with the support of local business people.
“Being a member of Dorchester Chamber for Business has expanded my network of local business contacts and provided me with a strong support system in my work."
“It connects me to like-minded business owners and as someone who generally works alone, it keeps my mind on the big picture.”
“Helps me link up with other professionals and ensures that I am known in the local business community.”
“I have been inspired by some of the speakers and met new people and previous acquaintances”