Dorchester Town Council hold an Informal Annual Meeting
18/04/2025
Dorchester Town Council has announced the date for this year’s Informal Annual Town Meeting being held at the Corn Exchange on Friday 9 May from 11am-1pm.
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Chamber News
New Dorset Council Chief Executive announced
02/04/2025
Dorset Council has announced that Dr Catherine Howe has been unanimously recommended by the cross-party Staffing Committee as Dorset Council’s new Chief Executive.
Spring Statement 2025 – The full report
27/03/2025
The government is focused on securing Britain’s future through its Plan for Change – driving economic growth, building an NHS fit for the future and keeping the country safe.
HMRC launches Help for Side Hustles
20/02/2025
HMRC launches Help for Hustles campaign to help people earning extra income understand their tax obligations. Anyone generating more than £1,000 from their side hustle should check their tax obligations.
Members News
MPs hear from next generation of farmers at Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College
15/05/2025
West Dorset MP Edward Morello and Alistair Carmichael, MP for Orkney and Shetland and Chair of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee, visited the Kingston Maurward campus near Dorchester on Friday as part of a national inquiry into the future of farming.
Creative Clay For All Honoured for Outstanding Community Support
13/05/2025
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
Finalists named for Dorset Apprenticeship Awards
13/05/2025
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.
WKMC Seeks New Director of Governance to Drive Strategic Oversight and Excellence
12/05/2025
Weymouth & Kingston Maurward College (WKMC), a leading Further Education provider with campuses on the stunning Jurassic Coast and a historic estate near Dorchester, has launched a campaign to find a new Director of Governance.
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”