Editorial Guidelines

News articles are concise and punchy – generally between 100-500 words.

They must be newsworthy and not simply promotional descriptions of a company’s products or services.

Good examples of member news:

Company advice following topical legislation or news
Unusual or amusing company initiatives

Awards won or company successes

Any recruitment, promotions or retirements can also be featured in the Member News section. This tends to be very short copy-wise – commonly about 50-100 words briefly summarising the changes. A short biography of the member of staff featured is an optional extra.

2nd Feb - Growth in UK Exports slows
27th Jan - UK will miss out on investment because of poor air connections
13th Jan (Slough) - Chinese New Year Breakfast in Slough - South China Market Outlook 2012
11th Jan - Stronger exports remain critical to Britain's recovery
10th Jan - BCC’s Quarterly Economic Survey points to evidence of stalling economy and challenges for business
10th Jan - Reaction from Buckinghamshire Chamber of Commerce on the decision to go ahead with the construction of HS2
22nd Dec - Seasons Greetings from the Chamber
14th Dec - Larger firms are hampered by regulation and lack of skills, says BCC report
2nd Dec - Longstanding Members honoured at a Special Lunch
30th Nov - Green light for £30m Thames Valley energy project secured by consortia including the Chamber
29th Nov - Autumn Statement: more support for businesses, but uncertainty remains
28th Nov - BCC Quarterly Economic Forecast: uncertainty will delay upturn until late 2012
23rd Nov (Bracknell Forest) - LinkToChina Investment Opportunities Update in Bracknell
18th Nov (Oxfordshire) - Sainsbury’s Proposed Development at Chipping Norton
17th Nov - Chamber hosts glittering Christmas Event at Blenheim Palace
10th Nov (Swindon) - Swindon Chamber's new office
8th Nov - Growth among UK exporters continues, but at a slower pace
31st Oct (Bracknell Forest) - Business Insight , Ascot – ‘Customer loyalty through the customer experience’.
25th Oct - Better Business Finance Seminar – Hilton Reading
17th Oct (Swindon) - Business Opportunities in China for Manufacturers Event
17th Oct (Slough) - Marlow hotel up for Top Business Award
14th Oct (Swindon) - A special trip to the House of Commons to raise awareness of the campaign for a Western access to Heathrow rail link
11th Oct - New economic survey points to increased risks facing UK recovery but the South remains stable
19th Sep - Chamber partnership working assists positive infrastructure lobbying wins
16th Sep (West Berkshire) - West Berks Business Lunch finds out how to “Face up to Challenging Times - the Local Authority View” with West Berkshire Council
15th Sep - Poll reveals biggest business opportunities and concerns for UK small businesses
5th Sep - BCC: Debate on planning reform must be based on common sense
1st Sep - BCC reduces growth forecasts for 2011 and 2012, but expects UK prospects to improve gradually
1st Sep (Oxfordshire) - The new Oxford Business Breakfast launches at the Magdalen Centre, Oxford Science Park
25th Aug (Swindon) - Meet the Chamber in Swindon
19th Aug - A letter of thanks from the Thames Valley Police
17th Aug - Micro businesses want to grow, but struggle to find the right staff, reveals BCC report
12th Aug - Government Support for Business following the recent public disorder
12th Aug (Swindon) - Swindon Chamber leads Fares' Fair Campaign
8th Aug - UK exporters still show signs of strength, according to DHL/BCC Trade Confidence Index
11th Jul - BCC Q2 economic survey shows recovery remains challenging
1st Jul (West Berkshire) - Networking is alive and well in West Berkshire
28th Jun - UK-China Billion pound agreement a welcome deal for the Thames Valley
27th Jun - Technology seminar hosted by the Chamber and delivered by Mike Jones, BT Business
22nd Jun (Bracknell Forest) - Business Insight to share the 'Customer Journey'
21st Jun (Oxfordshire) - Oxfordshire Chamber of Commerce elects new President
9th Jun - Chamber Network says mediocre trade figures highlight need for stronger business exports
8th Jun - GCS Recruitment and Wilkins Kennedy become BCC LinkToChina strategic partners
31st May - Chamber Network predicts lower 2011/2012 growth: medium-term prospects set to improve
19th May (Bracknell Forest) - Business Insight to discover ‘How to Find New Clients and Business’
14th Apr - Special Chamber Lunch to discuss business opportunities in Malaysia
5th Apr - Chamber network says disappointing economic survey results highlight challenges ahead
29th Mar (Slough) - Slough Chamber Awards 2011 winners
23rd Mar - Chamber says today’s Budget delivers encouraging boost for business
14th Mar - Buckinghamshire Chamber of Commerce HS2 Debate - summary and outcome
10th Mar (Slough) - Slough Chamber Awards 2011 shortlist announced
9th Mar - Chamber says strong growth in exports must be sustained
8th Mar - Chamber Network predicts lower growth in 2011 and higher unemployment but improved medium term prospects
2nd Mar (Swindon) - Swindon Chamber reacts positively to announcement of Electrification of the Great Western Main Line
25th Feb - Chamber Network says Budget 2011 must match Government’s rhetoric on growth with radical action
24th Feb (Bracknell Forest) - Business Insight to discover ‘To Social Networking or Not – that is the question?'
22nd Feb - High Speed 2 Rail Lunch Debate hosted by Buckinghamshire Chamber of Commerce
16th Feb (Slough) - Less than 2 weeks to go to enter the Slough Chamber Awards 2011
15th Feb - Chamber Network says new employment laws slam business with £23bn bill
10th Feb (Swindon) - Swindon Chamber of Commerce achieves membership growth in 2010
9th Feb - International Trade Survey shows more Government support needed for UK exporters
3rd Feb - New initiative ‘Link to China’ to be launched to Berkshire businesses at Business Insight
18th Jan (Slough) - Slough Chamber Awards 2011 announces new charity partner
12th Jan (Aylesbury Vale) - Chamber launches Business Advice Service in Aylesbury
12th Jan - Chamber says growth in exports must be supported
11th Jan - Chamber economic survey says recovery continues, but fragile service sector remains a concern
4th Jan - Chamber calls for a Year for Growth in 2011
23rd Dec - Seasons Greetings!
20th Dec - Chamber Network report reveals a third of manufacturers want improved support from the Government to help them export
10th Dec (Bracknell Forest) - Advice to business about dealing with extreme weather
9th Dec - Chamber of Commerce says growth in exports must accelerate
7th Dec (Bracknell Forest) - Networking expert Roy Sheppard warms up Business Insight
29th Nov (Slough) - Slough Chamber Awards 2011 are open for business!
24th Nov (Bracknell Forest) - Bracknell Chamber helps to motivate care home staff in the area
23rd Nov (Slough) - Slough Chamber Awards 2011 are open for business!
18th Nov - Question Time: Political Working Lunch features Rob Wilson MP for Reading East
17th Nov - Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce to offer finance compliance training in 2011
16th Nov (Slough) - J6 Breakfast to learn from Harley-Davidson how to build loyal advocates
15th Nov (Swindon) - Swindon Chamber of Commerce announces new President and Vice-President
9th Nov (Wycombe & South Bucks) - Wycombe wins ‘good night out’ Purple Flag award with help of Buckinghamshire Chamber Council Vice-President
8th Nov - Microsoft speaks on the value of Cloud Computing for small businesses at Business Insight 2010
2nd Nov - Thames Valley Technology for Business Forum re-launches in Reading
20th Oct - Spending Review: Government must now shift gear from cuts to a clear growth strategy
14th Oct (Slough) - Slough Chamber to learn how to get ‘LinkedIn’
12th Oct - Economic Survey shows UK recovery slowing, but double-dip recession can be avoided
6th Oct - Overhaul of foreign embassies will help boost British exports
1st Oct - Coalition presses ahead with more employment legislation
1st Oct - Corporate Keynotes – 11 Technology Trends for 2011
21st Sep (Reading) - Chamber assists photovoltaic energy leader with UK expansion
3rd Sep - New Buckinghamshire Chamber of Commerce
1st Sep - Be Your Own Boss Club continues to inspire entrepreneurs
31st Aug - The Chamber Network upgrades short term economic prospects
16th Aug (Slough) - Marketing your Way to Success at Slough Chamber’s J6 Breakfast
13th Aug - Business in the Driving Seat
11th Aug (Bracknell Forest) - Scottish & Southern Energy on the ‘Future Energy World’ at Bracknell Business Insight 2010
10th Aug - Improvement in Trade Figures must be consolidated
9th Aug (Slough) - New President of Slough Chamber of Commerce
2nd Aug (Bracknell Forest) - ‘The Future for Energy’ is the focus at the next Bracknell Business Insight, August 6th 2010
13th Jul - Dr. Andrew Sentance, Bank of England, speaks at Chamber of Commerce event in Reading
8th Jul - Thames Valley towns named in UK top 10 places to find work
6th Jul - Q2 2010 Economic Survey points to continued UK growth
6th Jul (Swindon) - QES Survey points to continued growth in the Swindon area
5th Jul (Swindon) - Swindon Chamber of Commerce appoints new President
29th Jun - Chamber reaction to abolition of Regional Development Agencies
22nd Jun - Thames Valley Chamber - Budget Speech Reaction
15th Jun - Chancellor urged to drop unsustainable ring-fences ahead of crunch Budget
11th Jun - Improvement in export volumes must be nurtured
8th Jun (Reading) - The Bank of England guests at the Reading Chamber of Commerce Business Lunch
17th May (Bracknell Forest) - HSBC talks global outlook at Bracknell Business Insight 2010
13th May - Disappointing trade figures reinforce need for relentless focus on boosting exports
12th May - Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce reaction to formation of a new coalition Government
11th May - Business wants stable Government to emerge from political negotiations
30th Apr (Slough) - Be Your Own Boss Club continues to inspire entrepreneurs
27th Apr (Bracknell Forest) - Business Insight achieves record numbers for a networking event in the Bracknell Forest area
15th Apr (Reading) - Reading Business Lunch - Tactical opportunities in the currency market
13th Apr - Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group makes new appointments
26th Mar - The budget receives a mixed response from the Chamber
9th Mar - The Government Must Support UK Exporters
8th Mar (Reading) - Business Leaders to Gain an Update on Reading Borough Council’s Activities
8th Mar (Slough) - Naveed Ahmed, Goldteam Recruitment, Announced as Entrepreneur of the Year at the Slough Chamber Awards
1st Mar (Slough) - SEGRO ANNOUNCED AS BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
24th Feb (Bracknell Forest) - How positive is your business culture?
18th Feb (Slough) - Slough Chamber Awards: Shortlisted businesses announced
15th Feb - Thames Valley Business Women Celebrate International Women’s Day
9th Feb (Reading) - Reading Property Group Focuses on One Reading Central
9th Feb - The Government Must Support Our Exporters
4th Feb (Slough) - The Slough Chamber Awards 2010: Celebrating the Best of Slough Business
20th Jan - Michael Portillo to Share His Business Insights
12th Jan - The UK is on the brink of leaving the recession
8th Jan - Businesses respond flexibly to bad weather
5th Jan (Slough) - Deadline for the Slough Chamber Awards Extended to 8 January
14th Dec (West Berkshire) - West Berks Businesses to Celebrate the Festive Season
27th Nov (Swindon) - Meet the Chamber Makes a Successful Return to Swindon
27th Nov (Slough) - Slough Chamber Awards Gains Support
12th Nov (Swindon) - Meet the Chamber Returns to Swindon
12th Nov (Slough) - Slough Chamber Awards Gathers Momentum
5th Nov - Chamber Announces the Launch of its Be Your Own Boss Club
27th Oct - Business Leaders Meet the Chamber
19th Oct (Slough) - The Slough Chamber Awards 2010
16th Oct (Reading) - Thames Valley Police Engage with Reading Businesses to Combat Crime
15th Oct - Thames Valley Businesses are on the brink of leaving the recession
14th Oct - Business Leaders Gain Strategic Guidance at Forum
8th Oct (Swindon) - VOLUME PRODUCTION OF THE EUROPEAN JAZZ STARTS AT HONDA IN SWINDON
15th Sep - Thames Valley Businesses are on the brink of leaving the Recession
11th Sep - Chamber supports Thames Valley Police counter terrorism initiative, Project Griffin
9th Sep (Reading) - MP to Discuss Economic and Community Development in Reading
4th Sep - Development challenges in the housing market
3rd Sep - Question Time: Political Working Lunch
2nd Sep (Swindon) - Nick Beaumont-Jones Elected As Vice President of the Swindon Chamber of Commerce
1st Sep - Chamber Launches New Website
25th Aug (Slough) - Expert Advice on Winning Local Government Contracts
24th Aug - Dancing Round the Handbags: A Unique Workshop for Business Women
20th Aug - Focus on A-Level Pass Rate Criticised by Chamber of Commerce
17th Aug (Slough) - J6 – Slough Business Breakfast
11th Aug (Swindon) - Business Leaders Mix Business with Pleasure
27th Jul - Swine Flu: Protect your Business
21st Jul (Slough) - Business Leaders Revamp their Business Strategies
20th Jul - Chamber supports Alltech FEI European Jumping & Dressage Championships 2009
15th Jul (Wokingham) - Maximise business opportunities with positive language
10th Jul - Thames Valley Businesses are Riding out the Recession
24th Jun (Swindon) - Chamber Voices its severe reservations with EDA proposals
23rd Jun (Oxfordshire) - Peter Smith elected as president of the Oxfordshire Chamber Council
22nd Jun (Slough) - What does the future hold for Slough?
9th Jun (Swindon) - Kevin Copp elected as president of the Swindon Chamber of Commerce
27th May - Chamber Launches Series of Women’s Business Workshops
14th May (Swindon) - Chamber of Commerce lends support to SPARK
23rd Apr - Chamber’s response to the Budget
7th Apr - Thames Valley Businesses are Stable
26th Mar - Thames Valley Technology for Business Forum
23rd Mar (Swindon) - Radio 1’s Big Weekend comes to Swindon
10th Mar (Oxfordshire) - Gain business support at the Meet the Chamber event
4th Mar - Chamber President Shares Expertise on Franchising
2nd Mar - Chamber Partners with Conjungo
20th Jan (Aylesbury Vale) - Chamber reacts to Heathrow’s third runway decision
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