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Building a Future-ready Workforce: Why Soft Skills Matter

In a world of rapidly evolving technologies, new business models and shifting working arrangements, the nature of work is changing at pace. That means that one thing remains constant: organisations still rely on people; and people still rely on relationships, communication, adaptability and judgement. That’s

All Our Talents – Alternative Recruitment Solutions

Free online event: Thursday 6 November 2025, 1:00–2:00pm As part of our commitment to promoting inclusive employment and skills development, we are delighted to share details of an upcoming online event designed to help employers access untapped talent and strengthen their workforce. Hampshire County Council

Recruitment Static as Firms Assess NI Impact

Recruitment remains static with 55% of firms attempting to hire staff in the last three months (compared with 54% in Q1) Hiring remains challenging despite some respite, with 73% of firms reporting difficulties in Q2 (76% in Q1) Transport and logistics (80%) and construction (77%)

Industrial Strategy ‘An Important Milestone’

Responding to the government’s Industrial Strategy published this week (Monday 23 June, 2025) Ross McNally, Chief Executive and Executive Chairman of Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, said: “Finally, we have a national plan that focuses on long-term growth over ten years. “It’s a welcome move that

Unemployment Up As Business Costs Rise

Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The increase in employment costs for business appears to be starting to bite with today’s data showing a rise

Championing inclusive workplaces: Diversity is better for everyone

Charity Inclusion Education are joining forces with their partners at Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, Hampshire County Council, Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, Destination Basingstoke, Basingstoke Bizspace and Simpila Wellbeing, to present the third in a series of events highlighting the importance and benefit of diversity