Studio School endorsed by local businesses

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...

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New Island Business Rate reliefs to help Island Businesses

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...

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No Smoking Day aims to help people give up the habit

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...

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£2.46m fund launched for Isle of Wight businesses

£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...

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The Island is to be considered for Assisted Area Status (AAS)

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...

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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...

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IW Chamber Awards 2013 Winners

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...

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Island Business May / June 2025

Island Business May / June 2025

Events

june

16jun9:00 am12:30 pmFire Marshal Course – Delivered by Good Skills Training

25jun2:30 pm4:30 pmAfternoon Tea at Quarr Abbey

26jun9:30 am4:00 pmRed Funnel Business Start Up Course

july

02jul9:00 am11:00 amNetworking Brunch at Richmonds Cake & Coffee Co.

03jul10:00 am12:00 pmChamber Chat: Meet the Chamber

09jul7:30 am9:00 amBusiness Breakfast at IW Chamber Business Expo 2025

09jul10:00 am4:00 pmIW Chamber Business Expo 2025 with WightFibre

09jul12:30 pm2:30 pmBusiness Lunch at IW Chamber Business Expo 2025

17jul10:00 am12:00 pmChamber Chat: Meet the Chamber

21jul12:00 pm2:00 pm‘Net-Gaming’ Lunch at Snacks & Ladders

24jul9:30 am4:00 pmRed Funnel Business Start Up Course

31jul10:00 am12:00 pmChamber Chat: Meet the Chamber

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