Hot Topics: Transgender Discrimination and Cost of Living Support
Current estimates place the number of transgender people in UK at between 200,000 and 500,000 (according to the Government Equalities Office). With the increased awareness of transgender rights, employers must be mindful the current situation and have appropriate policies in place.
Cumbria Chamber celebrates longest standing member: Enkev
Silloth-based company Enkev are a leading manufacturer of material made from natural fibres.
Cost of Living Guidance & Support
New money guidance from Money and Pensions Service
Spring Statement Response
This afternoon, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, delivered his Spring Budget in the face of a global cost living crisis and war within Europe.
Menopause Support Resources
Around a quarter of women in the workforce are of menopausal age, yet many face a lack of awareness from their employer or colleagues.
Call for a long-term vision to deal with the current labour and skills shortage
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is urging the government to look again at its plans for alleviating the labour and skills shortage impacting on key sectors without taking potentially life-threatening decisions.
Chamber backs businesses plea for government action to prevent “staffing disaster”
Businesses in Cumbria’s hospitality sector fear that due to serious staffing issues they will either not be able to fully reopen next week or lose potential trade.
Re-settling military leavers can be key in helping employers plug skills gap
Businesses in haulage, hospitality, retail and manufacturing suffering with recruitment issues need to consider exploring opportunities around hiring personnel looking to re-settle after leaving the Armed Forces.
Make sure your business is shining in Summer – a personal message from the Chamber MD
Summer is generally a time for a chance of reflection, pausing and re-setting ready for “start of term” in September.
Chamber warns directors in Cumbria to be wary of impending tax time bomb
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is urging business owners across the county to check they don’t risk getting caught out when back-dating their accounts later this year.