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Like myself I expect our members are always looking for ways to reduce costs and sometimes this means speculating to accumulate. So why not take advantage of the many benefits that membership with the Watford and West Herts Chamber of Commerce has to offer. Our Chamber of Commerce offers a FREE service to members – a 24hr telephone legal help line which provides advice on employment law, health and safety issues, construction Safety, environmental health and commercial law – All of which can be very costly to businesses. All businesses come across these frustrating, time-consuming issues that can soon spiral out of control. So the next time you have problems with Employee disputes such as wrongful and unfair dismissal, redundancy and pension rights; appeals for statutory licences; data protection act issues; property and landlord disputes; Tax VAT and NIC disputes enquiries and investigations – there can be help at the end of a telephone. In addition, the service offers legal insurance providing up to £50,000 worth of cover – to help when the unexpected and sometime unimaginable happens! Sometimes a routine job can become a major financial disaster, but the insurance provided can help alleviate the strain and allow you to keep your business running smoothly. It can also help with personal injury claims, prosecution defence, business motoring - pursuing uninsured losses following a road accident and the expenses incurred by Jury service and attendance. There are also many other exciting services that members might like to explore such as the Chamber payment service, which offers excellent savings on merchant services for Credit and Debit card processing. The Chamber primary health plan run by Westfield Health, offers an exclusive health care plan for Chamber members from as little as £1 per employee per week – this could be a valuable tool to reduce absenteeism and in the long run will definitely save money for your business. The Chamber fleet assist benefit provides a boon for its members in the form of discounts of up to 50% on roadside recovery from the Automobile Association, including Truck rescue and Fleet Europe. So don’t be stuck out in the snow next winter! Let the chamber catch your drift! With gas and electricity prices rising, now is a good time to look at how to save money on your fuel bills and get the help and advice you need. Our brand new benefit “Chamber Power” offers competitive, predictable prices and an efficient service to help members to run their businesses more effectively. Come and join us at Watford and West Herts Chamber of Commerce. For further information call Elizabeth Pressland on 01923 442442. We are here to work with you to make your business grow.
Sponsorship Opportunity - Gold, Silver and Bronze Tiers If your company is interested in Sponsoring a networking breakfast meeting, this is a great opportunity for you to promote your business infront of a audience of members and non members of the Chamber. Please contact Lorraine Marshall on 01923 442442 for full details
Introducing a FREE service that is available to our members: “Business Link can offer you fast, friendly and practical business information from our experienced team of accredited information professionals. Working closely with you and listening to your needs we aim to help you assess the nature and extent of your business issues before finding a suitable solution to your business question. Our Information and Intelligence Centre can save you time and effort by providing you with the right information, services or opportunities, whether the query is general specialist or technical. Each member of our team is trained to find the information you want quickly and professionally. We have access to a comprehensive range of information sources - local, national and international - from continually updated guides and databases. If we can't fully answer your question, we do have up-to-date knowledge of the expert business support services available to you. The range of business information on offer is vast, backed by a broad network of library and technological resources. You will be able to discuss your needs with an information adviser who will help you obtain the most appropriate package of support whether you are a new start up or an established company. Services include: * General business and market intelligence * Company information and extensive company reports * Patents and trade mark searches * Mailing lists * Sourcing of potential grants To contact the information team call us on 08457 17 16 15 or email us at questions@businesslinkeast.org.uk. Textphone users can dial direct on Tel 01707 398390 and we welcome Typetalk calls. You can also request a callback from one of Business Advisers."
Chamber Connect CHAMBER CONNECT MEMBERSHIP CARD FAQs What is the Chamber Connect Membership Card? This new membership card opens up the wider national network of the British Chambers of Commerce to you as a Chamber member, by adding value to your current membership though the first in a series of business and personal benefits. What does the Chamber Connect membership Card provide? This card not only entitles you to all the enhanced benefits of local membership of your Chamber but introduces you to the first of several business and personal benefits: Access to increased business contacts and nationwide networking opportunities. Access to business facilities across the Chamber Network via participating Chambers - once you know where and when you want to attend or need the facilities make telephone contact with that Chamber and book ahead. Access at discounted rates to Executive UK Airport Lounges and to International Lounges. Humberside/Leeds Bradford/London Gatwick/London Heathrow Terminals 1,2 and 3 only/Manchester Terminals 1 and 2/Newcastle/Stansted/Schipol and Copenhagen. Facilities provided: Alcoholic beverages/Soft drinks/Snack/Newspapers/Magazines/Use of Telephones & Faxes. Fees can be viewed at www.chamberconnect.info Access to Priority Pass Membership for the frequent flyer member regardless of your class or ticket. As a member of a BCC Accredited Chamber, your Chamber Connect Membership entitles you to Membership of Priority Pass for a standard annual fee of £69.00 per person. Access to discounted local hotels and restaurants, golf & health clubs, aromatherapy & photographic sessions. How much does it cost? Entitlement-to a Chamber Connect Membership Card is FREE to any member of an Accredited Chamber. Who is entitled to a Chamber Connect Membership Card? Any member of an Accredited Chamber of Commerce of the British Chamber of Commerce and anyone authorised by that member in their application. How long is the Chamber Connect Membership Card valid? The current Card expires in December 2007 and covers this period to enable you to fully enjoy the current and future benefits being developed. How do l obtain my Chamber Connect Membership Card/s? By completing an Application Form and returning it to your local Chamber. Your Card/s will be issued thereafter by your Chamber. What happens if l leave the Chamber? In the event that a member leaves the Chamber, the Chamber Connect Membership card is rendered invalid and access to all benefits cease.
CURRENT CONNECT CARD DISCOUNT PROVIDERS 1ST JULY 2008 The Prince of Bengal Restaurant, 51 Langley Way, Cassiobury, Watford WD17 3EA - 01923 253676 offering 10% discount on end bill. The Park Inn, 30-40 St Albans Road, Watford.WD17 1RN - 01923 429988 offering 10% discount on end bill. Hoss Photograpy, The Gallery, 24 The Crescent, Abbots Langley.WD5 0DS - 01923 494532 offering a FREE portrait session and one small framed photograph to every new Connect Card holder. Mult Fit Training (Vibrogym), 40 Mead Way, Bushey.WD23 2DP - 01923 460068 are offering 10% discount Dr.Claudio Merkier BEd(phyEd), BSc(Chiro), DC, CCEP,MCC of www.chiro-practice.co.uk Logix House 76 Shenley Road,Borehamwood WD6 1EH 0208 207 3366 is offering a variety of discounts on asking. Portland Environmental Ltd (Pest Control) Unit 272B Wenta Business Centre, Colne Way, Watford WD24 7ND - 0800 458 7738 are offering 20% off all Services & Products. The Original Beauty Portrait Company 522 Brompton Walk, Lakeside Shopping Centre, Grays RM16 1ZL - 01708 868090 are offering a Free make-over photographic session. Corus Hotel (Formerly The Edgwarebury), Barnet Lane, Elstree WD6 3RE - 0870 609 6151 are offering 10% discount on food and accommodation. Recruitment Help Desk, Suite 1, The Stables, Church Street, Rickmansworth WD3 1DH 01923 675758 are offering 10% discount if they can find you the perfect person for that job. Top Golf, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford WD24 7AB - Preference decision of discount being provided shortly. Watch this space. 001 Driving Academy, 37 Lexington Close, Borehamwood WD6 1XA - 0800 001 6464 are offering 5% discount off all driving instruction. Senova Dental Studios, 166 Leavesden Road, Watford WD24 5DJ 01923 233600 are offering 10% discount off all their services. Not to be used in conjunction with any other existing offers. Bushey Hall Garage Ltd, Bushey Hall Drive, Bushey. WD23 2QE 01923 237135 are offering 10% discount on mechanical repairs and servicing. Please contact Kevin Swan or Dawn Ayres. Mitchell Walters Private Hire, 76 The Crescent, Bricket Wood AL2 3NF 01923 404768 are offering 10% discount on their Chauffeur hire. Time 2 Heal, Reiki healing/Life coaching, Kingswood, 1 Oak Way, Studham, Beds LU6 2PE 01582 872488 are offering 10% discount on their treatments. Elizabeth Higgins Group of Companies, Kebbell House, Gibbs Couch, Carpenders Park, Herts WD19 5GB 0208 421 3010 are offering 10% off their language learning or Interpretation translation services and also 10% off any permanent Recruitment placement. Sportz Academy, Cafe Quarter, 46 The Parade, Watford WD17 1AY - 01923 210345 are offering 20% discount on their membership fees. Danceclass.biz, 6 Milton Road, Watford WD24 5EU tel: 07944462461 are offering 10% off all their dance classes. The Riverside Club, Ducks Hill Road, Northwood HA6 2DR 01923 848057 are offering a free family day's trial and no joining fee on membership The Locksmith Security Centre, 23 Station Road, Rickmansworth WD3 1QP - 01923 718999 are offering 20% discount on their services. Roche Locks (Locksmiths), 143 Coates Way, Garston WD25 9PF - 0800 877 8598 are offering 20% discount on their services. The Hertfordshire Will Company, Unit 30, 477 - 479 Whippendell Road, Watford WD18 7PU - 0800 019 1540 are offering 20% discount off their services.
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