From ball gowns to G-strings - Use it or Lose it

Let’s support local retailers, let’s not just say we will – let’s do it!! - There are 8 shops selling women’s clothes in Witham, plus the charity shops and market stalls.

CCTV

The Chamber is working in partnership with Witham Town Council, The Grove Shopping Centre, businesses and the Police with the aim of providing a local based CCTV monitoring system for Witham.  Details will be posted on the Chamber web site when arrangements have been finalised.

Invitation:  “London 2012 in Witham” – 16th May 6 p.m.

Your chance for an update - how to reach the supply chain

Do you make loo rolls or T-shirts; signs or gifts or would you like to encourage your staff to be volunteers – what could London 2012 do for your business?

Witham Chamber of Commerce’s special “London 2012 Opportunity” event with Cllr. Tim Wilkinson will highlight opportunities for Witham suppliers.

Wednesday 16th May 6 p.m. at the White Hart Hotel Witham plus supper £10 pp
Contact:  Annette Hammond for details on 01376 521369

Where to eat? – just try Witham, great places to suit all tastes

Hidden Talent?  Photographic Competition

Do you or your staff have a camera?  Promoting Witham through photography, the Chamber has organised a photographic competition for children and adults, thanks to Peter, David and Sandra and local sponsors.

Check out the web site for details – http://www.withamchamber.com/photocomp2007.html

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Positive thinking WTCSG

Sally Carpenter of ClientAct PR is working with the Witham Town Centre Strategy Group on a proposal to raise awareness of Witham and to create a more positive attitude to Witham. "If we talk it down, we pull it down” so this plan will be highlighting the strengths and benefits of Witham whilst being aware of the areas of difficulty.  Do you have a good idea to promote Witham? Please email pr@clientact.co.uk.

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What does the Chamber do for you?

We endeavour to support local business people and respond to queries from potential investors and new retailers and handle press enquiries.  Your comments are always welcome contacts below.

The Chamber represents Witham business at the:

• Braintree (District) Business Council
• Braintree Economic Development Council
• Witham Strategy Group
• ECC Eastways Road Junction improvement group
• Industrial Watch and other groups.

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Industrial Watch

Congratulations to members of Witham Industrial Watch who have been working with the Police to reduce criminal activities on the industrial estates. The Chamber has been a supportive member of Witham Industrial Watch since it was created in the summer of 2005.  For information- contact Kate Carling 01376 532050 kate@geckojewellery.com

 

Sally Carpenter - Chairman, Witham Chamber of Commerce

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