Studio School endorsed by local businesses
Four important island employers spoke up in support of the school, explaining how it is an integral part of their strategy to build the future workforce of the island. Dominic Ward, General Manager of Parlex Europe spoke of how he actively recruits young people...
New Island Business Rate reliefs to help Island Businesses
The new categories of discretionary relief were announced by the government in December, among measures to assist businesses. Although the measures are discretionary, they are in line with the council’s priorities of growing the economy and tourism - and supporting...
Shoes An’ Stuff, is celebrating a £5,000 loan from the Isle Of Wight Lottery
Olu Irele-Domingo, founder of Shoes An' Stuff, is celebrating a £5,000 loan from the Isle Of Wight Lottery. He's opening a new retail shop at 62 Ryde High Street and he's also selling fashion footwear online. "I want to do something different," says Olu. "My mission...
No Smoking Day aims to help people give up the habit
The Isle of Wight Council's public health service is working with Chamber Health and the Island's Stop Smoking Service to offer advice, support and guidance to smokers to help them quit. A road show is being held in St James' Square in Newport between 10.30am and 2pm...
South East exporters offered route to powerful global business network
AN INTERNATIONAL trade expert has been appointed to help South East exporters reach high growth markets through an £8 million business-led partnership. Hampshire Chamber will be the lead chamber in the South East for the initiative and Mark Baulch will work from the...
£2.46m fund launched for Isle of Wight businesses
Businesses in the marine, maritime and advanced manufacturing sectors on the Isle of Wight are being urged to apply for grants from a new £2.46m fund set up by the Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) in collaboration with the Isle of Wight Council. The Isle of...
The Island is to be considered for Assisted Area Status (AAS)
HOPES the Isle of Wight could be in line for millions of pounds in extra funding have been boosted. The Island has been included on a draft map to be considered for Assisted Area Status (AAS), which could unlock vital funding. It follows the Island's reponse to a...
Marine Data winners of the IW Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award
Marina Data Systems win 3 awards at the recent Isle of Wight Business Awards for Excellence. IW Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award Manufacturing & New Technology Award sponsored by Gurit Automotive Ltd IW Lottery Small Business Award sponsored by WP...
Isle of Wight firm to feature in GREAT advertising campaign
Business Secretary Vince Cable today kicked off a wave of activity to boost small businesses, including unveiling the first funding allocation from the British Business Bank's investment programme and launching a campaign to help small firms grow. The first £45...
IW Chamber Awards 2013 Winners
Business Awards for Excellence 2013: "And the winners are..." IW Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award Marine Data Systems Ltd Manufacturing & New Technology Award sponsored by Gurit Automotive Ltd Marine Data Systems Ltd “A successful, dynamic and...