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
Book for our Autumn Lunch
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
Chamber News
A new strategy to deliver economic growth in Dorset is agreed by Cabinet
01/07/2025
Dorset Council’s Cabinet approved a new Economic Strategy which is set to drive employment, investment, and innovation across the county.
DataGardener’s May 2025 Business Insights Report
16/06/2025
A lot can change in just one month — and May was no exception. New businesses started, others closed, and key trends began to take shape across the UK. See Data Gardener’s report in full.
REACTION: Spending Review Must Be A Catalyst For Growth
11/06/2025
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.
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”