Green & Sustainability 14 September 2026
Cambridge venues sign up to new sustainability initiative
Meet Cambridge, the official conference and events bureau for the city, is continuing to strengthen its sustainability credentials through a new partnership with Green Meetings, reinforcing Cambridge’s reputation as a leading destination for organisations looking to host more sustainable events.
Multiple venues across Meet Cambridge’s portfolio of over 50 in and around Cambridge, have signed up to complete the Green Meetings sustainability accreditation, which will allow them to demonstrate a commitment to improving biodiversity, eliminating waste, and championing energy efficiency.
Economic Growth 11 September 2026
Chamber presses Chancellor to back business, unlock investment and deliver growth
Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce has set out a clear package of measures it wants the Chancellor to deliver in the Autumn Budget, aimed at giving businesses across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough greater confidence to invest, recruit, grow and trade.
Uncategorised 4 September 2026
One week to go until Cambridge’s iconic Bridge the Gap charity walk
Local people are being urged to sign up now as the countdown begins to this year’s much-loved ‘Bridge the Gap’ Charity Walk through Cambridge’s historic colleges.
With just over one week to go until the event on Sunday 13 September, organisers are encouraging walkers of all ages to book their place and be part of one of the city’s most popular community fundraising events.
Uncategorised 26 August 2026
PEM strengthens commitment to innovation with Cambridge University Postdoc Venture Creation Challenge sponsorship
PEM is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the Postdoc Venture Creation Challenge (PVCC), a University of Cambridge initiative that supports postdoctoral researchers in transforming innovative research into successful ventures and businesses. The challenge welcomes pioneering ideas across deep tech, life sciences, AI, software and social impact, helping participants take their first steps into entrepreneurship.
Economic Growth 26 August 2026
Single Bus Fares Frozen, As Cambridgeshire Operator Bids to Secure Value and Network Sustainability
£3 Single bus fares for travel around Cambridgeshire have been frozen, as the region’s largest operator works to encourage sustainability of the bus network, investments in new technology and more people to get out and about by bus.
The move to freeze £3 Single fares come as Stagecoach East reaffirmed that it will remain part of the government’s £3 single fare cap scheme throughout Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. Roughly 80% of bus passengers, across the region, currently pay single fares.
Business Growth & Development 26 August 2026
Lake View Bereavement Centre set to open
Finishing touches are being made to Lake View Bereavement Centre which is set to officially open to the public in September marking the beginning of a new chapter in bereavement care for East Cambridgeshire and the surrounding area.
Set within a tranquil lakeside landscape near Mepal, Lake View Bereavement Centre has been designed to provide families with time, space and support to say farewell to loved ones in a way that feels personal, meaningful and dignified.
Business Growth & Development 24 August 2026
Cambridgeshire Bus Operator to Give Extra Training to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls
A major Cambridgeshire bus operator is set to introduce additional training to help Bus Drivers prevent violence against women and girls (VAWG).
The CPC Training Team at Stagecoach East will be taught how to deliver the crucial course to drivers. Each year, all drivers, with more than two years’ experience, must have extra training as part of their Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
Business Growth & Development 21 August 2026
Chamber Celebrates 25 Years of Dedicated Service from Company Secretary, Michael Tolond
Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate an extraordinary milestone as Company Secretary, Michael Tolond marks 25 years of dedicated service, recognising a quarter of a century of commitment, professionalism and support to the organisation’s governance and leadership.
Michael played a key role during one of the organisation’s most significant milestones when Peterborough Chamber merged with Cambridge Chamber to form Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce. In March 2003, he was appointed Company Secretary of the newly formed organisation, providing continuity and expert governance throughout a period of significant change.
Green & Sustainability 20 August 2026
Close the Loop Provides TIJ Cartridge Recycling for Domino Customers
Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) has partnered with Close the Loop to give its thermal inkjet (TIJ) customers access to Circular Planet, a European cartridge recycling programme for print consumables.
Through Circular Planet, Domino customers in the UK, Benelux, and Germany will be able to return non-hazardous TIJ cartridges using an established collection service that prioritises recovering materials from cartridges that have reached the end of their working life.