Economic Growth 10 August 2026
Final chance to share views on Greater Cambridge Local Plan
Residents, businesses and organisations are being urged to share their views on the “soundness” of the Greater Cambridge Local Plan – during the final round of consultation which opens today.
Business Growth & Development 7 August 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntingdon Partners with Grafham Water Centre to Showcase the Best of Huntingdonshire
Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntingdon is delighted to announce a new partnership with Grafham Water Centre, bringing together two fantastic local organisations with a shared ambition of showcasing the very best of Huntingdonshire and creating memorable experiences for visitors and businesses.
The partnership has been developed to enhance the experience of guests staying at the hotel by encouraging them to explore more of what our local area has to offer. Through exclusive promotions and discounts, guests staying at Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntingdon will be able to enjoy the wide range of outdoor activities available at Grafham Water Centre, from watersports and adventure experiences to team challenges and wellbeing activities.
Awards 6 August 2026
Cambridgeshire Bus Operator Named As Finalist For Prestigious Local Awards – For Second Time In Two Years
Cambridgeshire’s biggest bus operator has been shortlisted as a Finalist for a prestigious local awards scheme – after it won in a different category last year.
Stagecoach East has been shortlisted in the category for Business of the Year at the Cambridge Independent Business Awards 2026. The awards aim to celebrate outstanding business achievement and the contribution that businesses make to the Cambridgeshire economy.
Uncategorised 4 August 2026
Kids Go Free – Cambridgeshire bus operator welcomes launch of government scheme to give under-16s free travel in August
After its launch on 1st August, Cambridgeshire’s biggest bus operator has welcomed a new scheme that sees children under-16 travel for free on buses, across the region, throughout the month.
As part of the government’s Great British Summer Savings Scheme, children aged from five to 15 can travel with Stagecoach for free all of August, with only a few special services exempt. Children under five years old can travel for free all year round.
Uncategorised 3 August 2026
Allia Impact announces leadership transition as Martin Clark steps down after 30 years; Umesh Kumar named CEO
Allia Impact, a national organisation catalysing mission-led businesses from start to scale, has announced that Martin Clark will step down as Chief Executive Officer after leading the organisation since its inception in 2018.
Martin first joined Allia 30 years ago, founding what is now Allia Foundation, and has played a pivotal role in the organisation’s development ever since.
Awards, Women in Business 3 August 2026
Cambridgeshire Chamber Team Members Recognised with National British Chambers of Commerce Award Nominations
Two members of the team at Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce have been shortlisted for prestigious national honours at this year’s British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Awards, recognising exceptional leadership and contribution across the UK Chamber Network.
Zoë Brennan, Events and Training Manager, has been named a finalist in the Rising Star Award category, while Chief Executive, Charlotte Horobin has been shortlisted for the President’s Award, recognising outstanding leadership and lasting impact within the Chamber Network and the wider business community.
Digital & IT 3 August 2026
High5VR Brings Motorsport to Life with Immersive VR Documentary Experience
Faster Than Dreams showcases the future of storytelling through Virtual Reality Virtual Reality is transforming the way we experience stories, creating new opportunities for businesses, filmmakers, and audiences to connect in a more immersive way.
High5VR, a UK-based VR and immersive technology company, has released its latest VR documentary, Faster Than Dreams — a motorsport story filmed entirely in Virtual Reality.
Economic Growth 3 August 2026
Statement on the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority’s Recognition as an Established Mayoral Strategic Authority
The Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce warmly congratulates the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority on its recognition as an Established Mayoral Strategic Authority.
This represents a significant step forward for the regional economy and marks an important milestone in the devolution of greater powers and responsibilities to Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Business Growth & Development 31 July 2026
Bus Drivers Win Through To Show Skills In National Final Of Bus Driver Of The Year Competition
Cambridgeshire’s biggest bus operator’s representatives for the national Bus Driver of the Year competition have been named, after winning through an ultra-competitive local heat.
Alison Clark and Darren Bailey will be heading to Blackpool for the National Final on Sunday 6th September, after just winning through ahead of Duncan Dunnett and Helen Cumberland, who will act as first and second reserve.