The reality of being a mum and business owner
It’s no secret that being a mum is tough. But when you’re also a business owner, it can feel like you’re juggling two full-time jobs and then some. A US study found that mums work an average of 98 hours…
The Hidden Cost of Working from Home
When working from home became the norm, many of us embraced it, no commute, more flexibility, and control over our day. But several years in, it’s becoming clear that it’s not all sunshine and slippers. Isolation, low motivation, and blurred…
Uckfield Heritage News…
Saxons are taking over Bridge Cottage on 17 May - Uckfield Heritage will join forces with Uckfield Bonfire & Carnival Society to bring a taste of Saxon life to Bridge Cottage. Some of the costumes and shields you have seen…
A New Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment: What Employers Need to Know
Starting Autumn 2024, UK employers must take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment under the new Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) 2023. This significant legal update empowers Employment Tribunals to increase compensation by up to 25% if…
Networking breakfast serves up connection and coffee
While most of Uckfield were still reaching for the snooze button, 40 bright-eyed local business professionals gathered at the Picture House Restaurant on the high street for a spot of networking and delicious breakfast.
Five reasons you should have an active blog on your website
Do you publish regular blogs on your website? If the answer’s no, you could be missing out on a whole heap of benefits. Here’s why… What is a blog? A blog is a regularly updated section of a website, which tends…
An Account of our AGM
We enjoyed a bumper turnout of around 70 people at our AGM recently in the Weald Hall, Civic Centre.
Ecommerce Fulfilment Trends to Watch in 2025
For 2025, fulfilment continues to evolve to meet rising customer expectations and technological advancements. For ecommerce businesses, staying ahead of these trends is crucial for maintaining competitiveness and ensuring efficient operations. But what fulfilment trends are shaping the future of…
Celebrating 45 Years of Excellence
At Uckfield Chamber, we celebrate our vibrant community, and we’re pleased to shine the spotlight on Newman Business Solutions, a valued member marking a monumental milestone this year—45 years in business! About Newman Business SolutionsFounded in 1980 Newman Business Solutions…
The Changing Face of Training
The home secretary Yvette Cooper recently highlighted that one of the reasons that people are attracted to coming to Britain is the skill factor among UK workers across many industries is low compared to the rest of Europe, her comments…