The ALDERNEY CHAMBER is pleased to announce An Important 90 minute Session on The SECONDARY PENSION SCHEME Monday 4th December, 12.30 at The Georgian House The presentation will focus on … Continue reading
Council Member Ian Corder representing Alderney Chamber of Commerce at Saturday’s President’s Fayre at the Island Hall that included over 40 of the island’s voluntary groups and societies
Transport, commerce, digital connectivity, marketing and housing were among the main items Alderney’s Chamber of Commerce discussed yesterday (Wednesday 25 October) with Mike Freer MP, the UK Government’s Under Secretary … Continue reading
Alderney, 11 October 2023: Alderney Chamber of Commerce has launched “ALDERNEY IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS”, a campaign intended to help boost the island’s economy by attracting new business ventures and … Continue reading
Alderney, 3 August 2023: “ALDERNEY IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS” is the campaign spearheaded by the Alderney Chamber of Commerce and aimed at attracting new business ventures, professionals and entrepreneurs … Continue reading
IMPORTANT SURVEY BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES & SKILL SHORTAGES ALDERNEY IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS! In order to encourage new business ventures on the island which will complement, not compete, with existing businesses, … Continue reading
IMPORTANT SURVEY BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES & SKILL SHORTAGES In order to develop a healthy and well-balanced business structure and sound economy for our island, we would welcome and appreciate your comments … Continue reading
We are delighted that this month several new members have joined the Alderney Chamber of Commerce, including** SEA BREEZE ACCOUNTING – more info here ** TG SERVICE ALDERNEY – more info here … Continue reading
A convivial AGM followed by a pleasant drinks party in the Georgian garden was enjoyed by all members present. The President outlined and went into depth on many of the … Continue reading
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING WEDNESDAY 22 JUNE 2022 AT THE GEORGIAN HOUSE AT 6PM Present COUNCIL Andrew Eggleston – President Nigel Lawrence – Vice-President Holly Chandler Ian Corder Brendan … Continue reading
President’s Report 2023 Andrew Eggleston It has been a year of consolidation creating relationships with our States and the newer recently elected States members, setting up new Chamber groups, namely … Continue reading
Nominations for the Council from fully paid-up members must be made in writing, proposed and seconded by two members from different businesses, signed by the nominee & delivered to the … Continue reading
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING : Tuesday 27th June at 5:30pm Join us at 5.30pm in The Orangery for the formal meeting followed by our Summer Drinks Party Date: Tuesday 27th June … Continue reading
PRESS RELEASE ISSUED BY THE STATES OF GUERNSEY 18/05/2023 Date: 18 May 2023 Guernsey Ports begins procurement for Alderney Airport refurbishment Guernsey Ports has begun the tender process for the … Continue reading
Press Release issued by the President of the States of Alderney – William Tate Date: 3 May 2023 Programme for the Coronation Weekend Please note changes to the printed programme … Continue reading
Yesterday’s meeting (Wednesday 15 March) , organised by Chamber and presented by Gower, regarding the implications of the forthcoming Secondary Pensions Scheme was well attended by 30 members. Paul McCormick, … Continue reading
SECONDARY PENSION SCHEME – Mandatory from Next Year! IMPORTANT PRESENTATION FOR ALL ALDERNEY EMPLOYERS: WEDNESDAY 15 MARCH 12:00 FOR 12:30PM AT THE BRAYE BEACH HOTEL Finger Buffet & refreshments courtesy … Continue reading
Guernsey’s Policy & Resources Committee will be giving a presentation and answering questions. PLEASE COME ALONG – LEARN MORE – ASK MORE. For those unable to attend, simply email your … Continue reading
Chamber has been asked for comment by BBC Radio Guernsey as to the proposed introduction of GST. If you have not already replied, please take a minute to answer the … Continue reading
While wishing all our members a very Happy and Peaceful Christmas, may I, on behalf of our Council, thank all those who joined us at the Georgian for a really … Continue reading
ALDERNEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Dear Editor, Below is a Chamber statement by Chamber’s President following the successful acceptance of Option C+ for the Alderney Runway and airport. “We are delighted … Continue reading
Parents on a mission – Beth Chapman (left), Ian Corder (centre) with wife Jo, and Holly Chandler (right) with husband Del are pictured at Alderney Airport with their children before … Continue reading
Press Release issued by the States of Alderney 17 November 2022: Economics and survival must be foremost in Alderney Airport decision, says senior politician An offer to contribute up … Continue reading
Airport responses 2The lengthening of Alderney’s runway would result in growth within major sectors of the island’s economic activity. That has been the clear conclusion to be drawn following a … Continue reading
OUR CHAMBERS MEET A highly successful meeting of Alderney and Guernsey Chambers on Wednesday 19 October will now lead to greater interaction and the combining of concepts that have a … Continue reading
If you did not read Ralph Burridge’s letter published yesterday in the Bailiwick Express, please click here: Below is today’s joint letter to the Bailiwick Express – from the States … Continue reading
Media Release issued by the States of Alderney Date: 18th October 2022 More than 200 people attended a busy drop-in session at Alderney’s Island Hall yesterday (October 17) to find … Continue reading
The case for Alderney Airport regeneration A series of information sheets has been published online by the States of Alderney to answer questions about the importance of the Alderney Airport … Continue reading
Press release issued by the States of Alderney : 14th October 2022 A series of information sheets has been published online by the States of Alderney to answer questions about … Continue reading
Alderney Chamber of Commerce are seeking feedback from businesses on Alderney around which areas of training would be most helpful. If there is sufficient interest it may be possible to … Continue reading
As discussed at the AGM (22 June), we would like members to get actively involved with the Chamber. Below is a copy of the form we handed out for you … Continue reading
An impressive cross-section of island businesses attended Wednesday’s annual meeting of the Chamber of Commerce at the Georgian House. Andrew Eggleston was voted back in by ballot for the 17th … Continue reading
2022 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Come and join us at 5.30 in The Orangery for chats, drinks and nibbles prior to the start of the meeting at 6.00 Date:- Wednesday … Continue reading
MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD AT THE GEORGIAN HOUSE AT 6.00pm ON WEDNESDAY 26th MAY 2021 Members in Attendance Council in Attendance Apologies Julian Kris Andrew Eggleston … Continue reading
Chamber Statement re Lloyds Closure (see States Announcement below) “The Alderney Chamber of Commerce has been shocked to learn today that the decision has been made to close the Alderney … Continue reading
The last twelve months have proved to be a very busy and very challenging time for the Alderney Chamber’s Council who have been dealing with numerous issues to help safeguard … Continue reading
GST SURVEY RESULTS Following on from the response we received concerning the possibility of the introduction of GST to help fill the £85m deficit, please see the synopsis of thought and … Continue reading
Weekly figures released yesterday (March 1st) reveal that there is just one known positive case of Covid-19 in Alderney, down from 14 on the same day last week. The latest … Continue reading
We would like to thank our members who took part in our survey. A good proportion of island businesses, primarily in the eCommerce, retail and professional/consultancy sectors, gave their views to … Continue reading
Next Tuesday 8th March the Guernsey team working on the Runway Options will be coming to Alderney to hold Public Drop-In Sessions. (These were originally scheduled for January, but they got delayed … Continue reading
In line with the Guernsey Chamber of Commerce, your Alderney Chamber is encouraging all local businesses to complete this short survey. Background: All employers will have a legal duty to … Continue reading
ALDERNEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CONSTITUTION Historical Note – The Chamber of Commerce in Alderney operated until June 1940. The present Chamber was constituted at a public meeting held in … Continue reading
Due to the current uncertainty regarding the Covid situation, our office will be closed for face-to-face contact Please contact us by – Phone on 822562 and 823117 Email on info@bellandco.me & andrew@bellandco.me
2021 has marked our 60th Anniversary. Thank you to those who joined us at the Georgian recently to celebrate with us. As the years progress, Chamber continues to become a … Continue reading
1961 – 2021 TIME TO CELEBRATE! This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Alderney Chamber of Commerce since our post-war inception in 1961 and we would like to invite … Continue reading
NOVEMBER 2021 As the year starts to draw to a close, here are some of the topics and meetings that Chamber has been involved with since last month – But … Continue reading
Recent Council meetings included interesting comment on Energy, Waste and the Environment such as where our priorities lie with environmental impacts, legislation, risks, bathing water quality, the two sewage outlets … Continue reading
HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE IN THE BAILIWICK Yesterday’s meeting with Guernsey’s Health & Social Care Committee was a positive exchange of ideas and thoughts that marks the start of regular … Continue reading
To all our Members COMMENT ON THE TAX REVIEW Chamber has been asked by the States for our views on the Tax Review being led by Guernsey’s Policy & Resources … Continue reading
A Covid meeting was held yesterday afternoon in the Anne French Room with CEO Kath Jones and Chair of P&F Bill Abel. Chamber was represented by Holly Chandler … Continue reading
Thank you for your support at our recent AGM. It was a large turnout that saw changes within the Council. Both Ann Hodgson and Helen Ackrill stood down after several … Continue reading
Government Structure There is an air of change all around the Channel Islands – and for once Covid is not taking centre stage. It revolves around our government structures. Discussions … Continue reading
to open and view this file click here: Alderney Chamber Project Modules May 2021
Dear Member, Towards the end of each month we shall be emailing ‘Chamber Notes’ with an update of what is being discussed and decisions made. In recent months we have … Continue reading
The AGM of the Alderney Chamber of Commerce will take place on Wednesday 26th May at 6:00pm in the Georgian House Orangery. All members are invited to attend.
GOOD NEWS AND A GREAT RELIEF FOLLOWING THE ANNOUNCEMENT MADE BY EASTLEIGH COUNCIL After the substantial work Alderney Chamber contributed to the runway proposal over the past six months with … Continue reading
Last Easter we started our message with … Continue reading
We have now heard from the Operations Director of Southampton Airport who has told Chamber that Eastleigh Borough Council’s planning officers have recommended that the proposed runway extension should be … Continue reading
ALDERNEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PO Box 1074 Alderney Channel Islands GY9 3BZ info@alderneychamber.com www.alderneychamber.com … Continue reading
dated 25th August 2020 Eastleigh Borough Council Eastleigh House Upper Market Street Eastleigh Hampshire SOSO 9YN By post and email to planning@eastleigh.gov.uk Dear Sir/Madam, Planning Application Reference: F/19/86707 – Southampton … Continue reading
Chamber is concerned that the States appears to be prioritising central Civil Service resources towards initiatives that simply will not drive forward a sustainable economy. Life is about balance. Covid-19 … Continue reading
IMPORTANT OPPORTUNITY FOR ALDERNEY BUSINESSES: HOW TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS AND PRODUCTS ACROSS THE SOCIAL MEDIA ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING: ZOOM INTO TOMORROW’S ONLINE MARKETING … Continue reading
FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN INCREASE YOUR BUSINESS PROFILE AND CUSTOMER BASE USING SOCIAL MEDIA A Beginners Guide To Facebook Advertising FREE VIRTUAL SOCIAL MEDIA WORKSHOP … Continue reading
5C Opinion Poll Results: Alderney Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all those who responded to the latest quick snapshot opinion poll on phasing timing for 5C. The … Continue reading
IMPORTANT SURVEY: COVID-19 – MOVING TO PHASE 5C LAST CHANCE TO COMPLETE THE OPINION POLL – CLOSES SUNDAY 13TH AT 6:00PM This is an opinion poll with just one question: … Continue reading
This is an opinion poll with just one question: your views count! Help our States Members understand your views. The Civil Contingencies Authority are considering moving to phase 5c. No … Continue reading
We are looking for a Secretary to take brief minutes of our monthly Council meetings and to help out with occasional events & presentations A fascinating position for anyone … Continue reading
Save Southampton Airport: Your Help Is Needed for its Survival! IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR SPAM/JUNK BOX for an email from Alderney Chamber ie: contact@alderneychamber.com This is for both Members and … Continue reading
The President’s Report 2020 Andrew EgglestonThree Critical Strategies – Where are they? While having a well needed sort through our books at home last month, we found in the Alderney … Continue reading
Easter 2020 – an Easter as we have never known. Locked churches, an empty harbour and no tourists. Yet Alderney continues in its own indomitable way. We thank everyone … Continue reading
After last month’s very successful Apprenticeship Workshop, we will be organising another networking event on Wednesday 11 March 5:00pm to 7:00pm in the Georgian House Orangery … Continue reading
On Monday 3 February, the States of Alderney, the Chamber of Commerce and the Guernsey College of Further Education hosted the first Alderney Apprenticeship Forum. The lunchtime event was held … Continue reading
THE IMPORTANCE OF THE SOUTHAMPTON AIRLINK TO ALDERNEY’S BUSINESS COMMUNITY: YOUR RESPONSE WAS OVERWHELMING! Following Council’s meeting with Deputy Charles Parkinson (Economic Development Committee) on Tuesday 12 November, we invited … Continue reading
The response to our suggestion of introducing networking sessions for our members (News Bulletin 8 Nov) has been welcomed by many of our members. Networking events are already well established in … Continue reading
Below is a report by Andrew Eggleston, President of the Alderney Chamber of Commerce, which was also published in today’s edition of the Alderney Press. Following a positive meeting with Aurigny … Continue reading
THE SOUTHAMPTON ROUTE Following on from our question to members about the importance of our direct Southampton sector, the response was greater than we could have hoped for – and … Continue reading
6 September 2019 SIMEC Atlantis Energy Limited (“Atlantis”), the global developer, owner and operator of sustainable energy projects, is delighted to announce that, via its joint venture Normandie Hydroliennes, it … Continue reading
What would be the impact on your business if Alderney were to lose its direct Southampton route – and how would you see the future? Chamber needs as many replies … Continue reading
Businesses and individuals are facing increasing threats about Internet security, and many, including several residents and businesses on the island, have already been effected by cyber crimes. Internet Security and … Continue reading
Formerly Alderney’s most vibrant town hotel, The Chez Andre Hotel, is now looking for a new owner to revitalize the energy it put into the island’s tourism sector. With 20 … Continue reading
Unlike some previous years, this has not merely been a year of consolidation in readiness for another period of discussion and debate. This year has been different, very time consuming … Continue reading
The following media statement was released by Andrew Eggleston who was also interviewed by BBC Radio Guernsey today: “Aurigny lands Alderney with another body blow, and this time well below … Continue reading
While there could obviously be some changes to the timetable due to unforeseen circumstances, the following programme is envisaged which is aimed, hopefully, to minimise uncertainty over the future of … Continue reading