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Five Challenges for the North of Tyne Mayor

Friday April 5, 2019

Newcastle, Northumberland and North Tyneside go to the polls to elect a North of Tyne Mayor on 2nd May. In this blog, Arlen Pettitt looks at five challenges the candidates will face.

Audience Questions: Chamber No Deal Brexit Event

Monday 1st of April 2019

On 15th March, experts from the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy spoke to Chamber members. Their written response to audience questions, and slides from the day are below.

Tips for North East SMEs looking to trade overseas

Monday 1st of April 2019

In this blog, Charlie Nettle of Teesside-based transport and logistics company AV Dawson shares his nine top tips on taking your first steps into exporting.

No Deal Temporary Tariff Regime

Wednesday 13th of March 2019

Look Up the Tariffs That Will Apply to Your Goods Under a No Deal

I’m having a right Grayling today

Thursday 7th of March 2019

You know when you’re just having one of those days? Column by Arlen Pettitt for The Journal

Brexit Practical Webinar

Wednesday 6th of March 2019

The Chamber has handily gathered expert sectors to sit down and offer practical advice for businesses looking to prepare for Brexit...

Planning for Growth in the North East

Thursday 28th of February 2019

In this blog, Robert Dibden of planning consultancy Lichfields explains the role of Local Plans and gives an update on the current status of plans in the North East.

ERP or MRP – understanding what the differences mean for manufacturers

Wednesday 20th of February 2019

In this blog, Chamber members E-Max Systems summarise the key elements of enterprise resource planning (ERP) and materials requirements planning (MRP) and what these offer manufacturing businesses looking for a new system.

Sector-specific guidance in case of a No Deal Brexit

Wednesday 13th of February 2019

Government has issued a set of summary leaflets with immediate and recommended actions for businesses to take to prepare for the changes at the UK border as a result of a No Deal Brexit.

What is Imposter Syndrome?

Monday 28th of January 2019

Donna Elliott of Now Is Your Time talks about Imposter Syndrome, explains what it is, her own personal story, and how to stop it preventing you from reaching your potential.

How can digital tech help manufacturers innovate?

Thursday 24th of January 2019

Sophie Craggs from the Digital Catapult NETV explains how manufacturers can use digital and emerging technology, and what support is available through the Catapult's Digital Manufacturing Programme.