Changes to Statutory Sick Pay – URGENT Information
The government have implemented some short term changes to the management of statutory sick pay. The changes came into force on 17th December but seem to have been slipped in under the radar so there is a low level of awareness. These changes have been made in order...
Tickets go on sale for the Hindhead Boxing Day Run
The Hindhead Boxing Day Run, which raises money for Holy Cross Hospital in Haslemere is all set to return this year. Registration is now open for people who want to enter the Men’s or Ladies’ category, or the ever-popular drinking run which includes a pint of winter...
Recruitment weekend at Holy Cross Hospital
Holy Cross Hospital in Haslemere is holding a recruitment weekend on 6 and 7 November from 11am to 3pm. Job seekers will be able to find out what it is like to work at this specialist hospital which cares for highly dependent patients with a range of neurological...
South London Botanical Institute visit to Haslemere Educational Museum and Swan Barn Farm
On 25th September, a group from the South London Botanical Institute (SLBI) visited Haslemere Museum and Swan Barn Farm under the leadership of Dr June Chatfield OBE, a Fellow of the Institute and volunteer at Haslemere Museum. After an introduction to the history of...
Holy Cross Hospital celebrates staff achievements
Holy Cross Hospital has held a celebration of learning and development to recognise and thank staff for their ongoing commitment to improving their skills. The theme for the event was the international diversity of staff. Sixteen members of staff were presented with...
Can You Require Your Staff to be Covid 19 Vaccinated?
From 11th November 2021 the law will require anyone entering a residential care home to be fully Covid 19 vaccinated. That applies to contractors such as electricians and plumbers as well as care home staff.. So, if your employees, workers or self-employed...
Fundraising Golf Day returns with a swing.
Haslemere Educational Museum Golf Day 2021 took place on Friday 10th at Chiddingfold Golf Course. This annual fundraising event was like so many, cancelled last year due to the global pandemic and so the return to the fairways was very welcome. Players enjoyed a bacon...
Prestigious Sandford Award returns to Haslemere Educational Museum
Haslemere Educational Museum is delighted to receive the prestigious Sandford Award for Quality Heritage Education for the second time in succession. The Sandford Award has celebrated and promoted high quality in heritage education since 1978 and is the only scheme in...Chamber responds to SWR plans to reduce peak time trains
The Haslemere & District Chamber of Trade & Commerce has responded to South Western Railways (SWR) proposal to reduce peak time trains from Farncombe, Godalming and Haslemere from 4 an hour to 3. Chamber President Craig McGowan said: “Haslemere’s...
Chamber’s first monthly vintage, craft and artisan market gets off to flying start
The Chamber held its first vintage, craft and artisan Market on Saturday 21st August. Despite a drizzly start, rain didn’t stop play with more than 20 stall holders giving local residents and out-of-town visitors much to explore at the St Christopher’s Green site.
A phenomenal month for local art at Haslemere Museum
In September and October this year, the Museum team are pleased to be hosting four exhibitions, all showcasing a wealth of local artistic talent.
Can you police your employees’ behaviour outside of the workplace?
Most employees and workers would tell their employer that what they do or say outside of the workplace is a private matter and not the concern of their employer. Some behaviours, however, can impact the reputation of the employer. Brenda Roper of B&D Roper Ltd sets out why its important for businesses to develop a robust Equal Opportunities Policy.
New treehouse provides a woodland view for patients at Holy Cross
Three years ago, friends of a patient at Holy Cross Hospital launched a fundraising appeal to build a wheelchair accessible treehouse so that patients could experience and enjoy the hospital’s woodland setting.
Following some epic fundraising feats which included a walk in the Antarctic Circle, a cycle ride from Greenwich to Portugal, a row along the Thames from Oxford to London and some very generous donations, the dream has been realised.
Book your stall at the new art, craft and brocante fair on Saturday 21st August
New monthly initiative to showcase local talent gathers pace
Getting Recruitment Right
Getting the right person for your vacancy can be challenging and the temptation is often to take the first person that applies for the post you are advertising. Brenda Roper of B&D Roper Ltd sets our key considerations for employers who want to get recruitment right
Chamber Annual General Meeting (AGM) – overview report
Almost 30 local business people attended the event which provided a welcome opportunity to share a drink and catch up after so many months of virtual meetings. Chamber members elected the Chamber’s President and a 10-strong Committee
Can a Covid anxious employee refuse to go to work?
Now that restrictions have been lifted, Brenda Roper of B&D Roper Ltd considers how employers can create a ‘COVID-confident’ workplace
Chamber launches new Business Barometer survey
New survey aims to capture views on how business are adjusting to life after 19th July
Worker or self-employed contractor?
Brenda Roper of B&D Roper Ltd sets out considerations for businesses on ‘worker’ and ‘self-employed contractor’ statuses.