Help given to Businesses
The Chamber works hard to protect and promote business in Sudbury.
We work closely with the local councils and other service providers
like the police and fire services. As a group, we have much more
influence than individual companies.
We support and encourage companies through regular meetings and
briefings, and communication. Business owners and directors can
support each other and share problems and opportunities. They
keep abreast of developments and meet the service providers.
Job Fair, organised by the Chamber
Lobbying
Huge effort to retain free short term parking
Lobbying against residential development at Hamilton Road
Presenting the business case at planning appeal
Supporting members' planning applications
Monitoring planning applications, making sure business needs are considered
Lobbying for new hotel in Sudbury
Liaising to minimise disruption from roadworks
Promoting increased broadband speeds
Networking and Support
Sponsoring Monthly Coffee Mornings for Networking
Hosting 10 monthly speakers every year
Hosting & organising Hustings prior to elections
Promoting out members through the website
Showcasing the best companies in Sudbury
Working with councils
We are the voice of business – councils planning the future
We are members of groups that plan improvements to the town
Working with officials making the case for a bypass
Minimising the disruption from Ballingdon Bridge replacement
Creating the role of a Town Manager
Promoting Sudbury business
Working with other bodies like councils and police
Sudbury in Bloom
We initiated a Sudbury Silk Festival
Food Fair attracts thousands of visitors
Liaising with local schools for jobs fairs