Rachel Reeves set out the challenges at the centre of today's budget (30.10.2024), along with how to stimulate the economic boost the country needs.
Please be aware of scam emails that are doing the rounds
There was a big turnout of the great and the good for Eastbourne Chamber's Curry Night. The restaurant was full, as were the guests. Book now for our next one!
This year's LPO concert season starts with an incredible repertoire, including Sibelius, Dvorak and Beethoven's Seventh Symphony. Don't miss it. Book now!
The Chamber lunch and raffle raised enough funds to school dozens of children in East Africa for a whole year
Check here for details of Eastbourne's developing sea defence plans.
There is strong evidence that reducing the speed limit to 20mph saves lives, lowers road traffic accidents, reduces serious injury and cuts pollution. What’s not to love?
The Eastbourne Business Awards are back with some great nominations, so make sure you book your places now for the celebration of the year!
"Blue Sky Learning" The challenges of world class education in the current climate.
Following a memorial service in July, tributes to Andy Holter have poured in. Here, we share some recollections of Andy from the Chamber
We want your views on the revised bus priority proposal for Seaside & St Anthony’s Avenue, Eastbourne
Make the most of the summer holidays before September rolls around. Head to Cadence Friday 30th August for a night of live music, beer and pizza.
Get your nominations in by Friday 16th August. Nominate a worthy business (maybe even your own) for the 2024 Eastbourne Business Awards
Take a moment to inform yourself of a couple of scams that are doing the rounds...
Local estate agent Ginger & Sanders has unveiled a new look for their signage. The striking new designs reflect G&S's commitment to the Big Cat Sanctuary
The well-attended public Q&A was hosted by the Chamber at the Birley Centre and received a detailed writeup from Rebecca Maer in the Eastbourne Reporter
The Labour Candidate and the new MP for Eastbourne told us of their plans for the town. Check them out here.
Money raised through the Blue Sky Bursaries Appeal will go towards an endowment fund, allowing the schools to continue their commitment to provide a quality education for
The seaside route, with wonderful views, will raise money you manage to raise will directly support vulnerable women in your local community.
Book your tickets now for the new LPO Season at Eastbourne's beautiful Congress Theatre.
This year’s Eastbourne Chamber of Commerce Golf Day took place at the Royal Eastbourne Golf Club and raised money for Children with Cancer Fund
Newart Gallery returns to the Lansdowne Hotel 16th and 17th June for an exhibition featuring two East Sussex artists
The popular textiles festival returns to Eastbourne's Enterprise Centre, celebrating work frrom local artists
In its centenerary year Towner is creating a lasting cultural legacy in Seven Sisters near Eastbourne. What's it all about?
Eastbourne Carnival is set to be bigger and more spectacular than ever! Taking place this Saturday 25th May, here’s what you need to know about this year’s event...
Chamber member Club Class has refreshed their branding with a new logo and a fresh feel that reflects their new offering...
The Eastbourne unLtd Chamber AGM at Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club - 6pm Thursday 23rd May
Alex Polizzi, who described Emma Pearce as a 'marketing guru', called Pearce Marketing in to help eco-stay The Original Hut Company.
Eastbourne Chamber invites members to join us on a guided tour of Raystead, followed by Tea/ Coffee and cake in their fabulous Café
On Wednesday 10th April, you can join the European Movement for a seasonal two-course meal and a topical talk and discussion
Newartgallery will host Mark Monroe-Preston and Dick Segal in a free exhibition at the Lansdowne Hotel on the weekend of 13th and 14th April
The LPO has announced a charity initiative to help make music more accessible to everyone. From 19th -26th March, for every £1 donated, the LPO receives £2
On The Sly is opening the doors to their new visual-podcast studios and would love to show you around! Come along learn all about podcasts
Join the us for a charity day raising funds for Chamber member UCEP at the beautiful Arlington Bluebell Walk
Join us for the final LPO concert of the season on Sunday 24th Mar 2024, 3.00pm at the Congres Theatre
Wednesday 13th March 2024 @ 18:30 - 22:00 “Not what the bus promised: The NHS after Brexit”
East Sussex-based 'AltNet' (full fibre broadband network operator and ISP) Lightning Fibre has changed ownership and the existing Senior Management team remains in place.
Skylark, a restaurant that champions local producers is to host a special meal with the award-winning Long Man Brewery for an extra special five course meal.
Eastbourne Sub Aqua Club- Sovereign Divers has launched an ambitous campaign to clean-up coastal wrecks on Eastbourne's coastline. Your sponsorship can help them succeed.
The joint event with Uckfield, Crowborough, Eastbourne, Hailsham and Heathfield Chambers, raises money for Friends of Sussex Hopsices.
To celebrate Chinese New Year, artist Grace Lau invites you to get your FREE photo taken inside a reimagined 19th century Chinese portrait studio.
Tap into a pool of construction apprentices, grants and support to find fresh talent for your business.
Book your tickets now for the LPO Season at Eastbourne's beautifully refurbished Congress Theatre.
We are delighted to invite you to our first manufacturing event. Join us at the OHM Energy Hub for a morning of learning and discussion about the future of manufacturing.
Come and enjoy the spectacular Eastbourne Carnival, get a group together and join in! There'll be an Opening Parade, the Main Parade on the seafront and a Street Party!
We are told that reducing urban speeds to 20mph reduces pollution, cuts road traffic accidents, lowers noise and saves lives. Is this true and do you agree?
Join The Friends of Sussex Hospices in partnership with ACES, the Alliance of Chambers in East Sussex at the Mega March Hospice Quiz
Victoria Healthcare Management reaffirms its commitment to both health and community- donating £100 to Matthew 25 for every new policy taken out in January.
Chuck & Blade and Square Peg Pizza will be holding a launch night Wednesday 8th November, with free food and drink for Chamber members
Eastbourne unLtd are proud to announce their Charity Quiz Night, which will take place at Langney Sports Centre on Wednesday 4th October at 6pm.
Join Chamber member, the Eastbourne European Movement, for dinner at the Hydro Hotel followed by after dinner speaker, Dr Maria Garcia, Trade Policy specialist.
Eastbourne Chamber of Commerce met with Chris Downton, director and founder of CWCT do donate the proceeds of this year's Chamber Charity Golf Day.
UCEP, who raise money for diadvantaged children in West Africa, are hosting an afternoon tea at the tranquil Bates Green Gardens, Polgate
TRANSFORM offers impartial business advice service that aims to ensure sustainable growth and jobs availability for future generations.
Eastbourne-based Gradient Consultants have begun work on the extensive redevelopment of the old Pavilion Buildings
Join us for the unveiling of the remarkable, state of the art, Racquet Studios, an extraordinary virtual film production studio in Eastbourne.
Check out the amazing food at Port Eastbourne, open to all Eastbourne residents, all year round.
Join us at the Earslfield Court Networking Breakfast. Find out what Cinnamon Care Collection can do to help your CIC or Charity. All businesses welcome.
Great Team Building event for your business!
Join us at the Rothesay International Eastbourne Lawn Tennis Tournament - one of the top 8 tennis tournaments worldwide!
OHM Energy has welcomed two dynamic new directors to the board and expanded into larger premises at Ropemaker Park in Hailsham.
Earn £2,000 from the government by employing people under this scheme.
Make sure you see pianist Tom Borrow and violinist Tai Murray at the final two concerts at the Congress this season.
What does the Spring Budget mean for SMEs in East Sussex? Our accountants, Price & Co have summarised the Chancellors plans here.
Come to a monthly dinner for networking and high calibre after dinner speakers.
Jailed for non-payment of parking fines, please bail Christina, locked up in the Martello Wish Tower Dungeon.
A special offer to Chamber members for the very latest, state of the art, hand driers.
Eastbourne businesses are joining Chamber businesses from Uckfield, Hailsham, Crowborough and Heathfield for an evening of quizzing to raise money for FoSH.
A spectacular launch night was held at Taj Restaurant in South Street, Eastbourne with guest of honour, Eastbourne's Worshipful Mayor, Pat Rodohan.
Some of the famous people to have visited the Grand Hotel are included here.
Weekend working - from home!
The Chamber's plan to create a lasting memorial to Queen Elizabeth II by replacing trees lost on the Downs to Dutch Elm Disease and Ash Die Back.
Would you like help with developing staff with the skills and training needed to help your business thrive? SCTP can do all the heavy lifting to make it easy!
Available B2B or for domestic preparation, this award winning Italian Chef provides authentic handmade dishes for you to cook fresh for your clients and family.
Business organisations ccollaborated at the Sustainable Business & Solar Summit and learnt about the easy to access alternatives to carbon derived energy.
Come and join the tractor and lorry rally on Sunday 11th December between 5pm and 8pm. Meeting in Morrisons Car Park lorries and tractors must be dressed for Christmas!
Get into the Festive Spirit at the Lightning Fibre Ice Rink LAUNCH PARTY, sponsored by LWC Drinks.
Join us for coffee and networking with Gildredge House Head Teacher, Craig Bull, at the Grand Hotel.
Is your hospitality business struggling for staff? You need to attend this event! Wednesday 16th November, 4.30pm, Kings Restaurant off Kings Drive, BN21 2UF
Teams of 4 enjoyed a Stableford competition with a shotgun start and raised £2,000 for the Children With Cancer Fund!
Improving Eastbourne town centre movement and access by extending the pedestrian precinct from the railway station to the seafront.
Check out the Winners of the Eastbourne Business Awards. Almost 400 local business people attended these awards at the Winter Garden and celebrated the best of the best!
Businesses rarely recover from a fire incident, so we are keen to help prevent that from happening to our members. Get your business checked out now!
Much improved plans for Eastbourne's iconic T J Hughes building, in keeping with its heritage.
Chamber members voted for directors, agreed the accounts and enjoyed presentations about our Jubilee plans and Chamber activity,
Latest news on Ukrainians in East Sussex
To help Ukrainians fleeing the war with Russia all UK train operators have agreed to give free onward train travel to refugees.
Celebrate the arrival of the iconic MG brand in Eastbourne at a Members' Evening on Wednesday 13th April at 6pm, Langney Shopping Centre.
There is a very plausible text message scam doing the rounds. A text message from the NHS tells you that you have been exposed to the Omicron virus.
What is the Insurance Industry definition of a storm? Read our blog to find out with the guidance of brokers, Global RE Group.
Join the CDS Walk4Ukraine on Saturday 26th March from the Pavillion Gardens in Eastbourne to raise money for the Red Cross providing aid for the crisis in Ukraine.
Tom Gauterin conducts the London Philharmonic Orchestra and violinist, Daniel Pioro in this terrific concert at The Congress in Eastbourne. Don't miss it!
Join the Eastbourne Chamber of Commerce table at the Mayor's Charity Ball at the Winter Garden on Saturday 23rd April from 6.30pm.
Come to the People Matter Jobs Fair at Eastbourne Town Hall - linking employers and job seekers - on Tuesday 29th March at Eastbourne Town Hall.
This is your chance to thank your Mum for all her love and hard work over the years! Bring her for a lovely lunch to the Lansdowne Hotel on Sunday 27th March.
Holly Mathieson conducts the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Martin James Bartlett, piano, with a captivating programme of Williams, Rachmaninoff and Tchaikovsky.
Adding to Eastbourne's plastic free water refill stations one by one!
Celebrate the Queen's Jubilee on Saturday 4th June at the Eastbourne Carnival, which will be larger and more colourful than ever this year!
Check out your Company's potential HR risks - it's really quick and really easy!