BUSINESS REPORT


CHAMBER BACKS MOBILE CAMPAIGN


Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce is supporting a new campaign to end poor mobile voice coverage in the UK. The ‘No More Not Spots’ campaign has recently been launched by the British Chambers of Commerce to bring together business communities and communication providers in a bid to improve poor mobile coverage. Milton Keynes Chamber chief


executive Paul Griffiths said: “Despite welcome investment, ‘not spots’ still exist, particularly surrounding our area’s road and rail corridors. Often caused by oversights in the planning processes, the underperforming digital infrastructure is a barrier to business growth that the industry and Government must address. “We’re asking businesses to


report gaps in coverage to the BCC on Twitter, sharing photos and videos, using the hashtag #ShareYourNotSpots. “This information will be used to


represent our business community as we engage with mobile operators, industry stakeholders and political representatives to identify coverage solutions and call for investment and service improvements.”


WE’RE BACKING HOSPICE


Willen Hospice has been announced as Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce’s Charity of the Year 2018/19. Willen Hospice provides complex


and individual care to all adults affected by life limiting illness in the Milton Keynes community, and support to their families and friends. Care is assuring, equally


accessible and advanced and often takes place in people’s own homes. It is free to the


patient and provided by a team of highly skilled professionals. Willen Hospice


Dawn Clark with Challenges Fundraiser Chris Gregg


‘WE RECOGNISE THE IMMENSE


receives less than a quarter of its funding from the NHS and relies on donations and support from the local community to provide the financial stability to ensure its services. As Charity of the Year, Willen


VALUE THAT SUCH A PARTNERSHIP BRINGS TO


WILLEN HOSPICE’


been selected as the Charity of the Year for


Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce.


Hospice will be given complimentary membership to the Chamber’s Business Alliance Group, enabling it to enhance its local profile. Dawn Clark, head of fundraising


and philanthropy for Willen Hospice said: “As existing members, we are thrilled to have


We recognise the immense value that such a partnership brings to Willen Hospice. “The affiliation enables us to


raise our profile among fellow corporate business members and gives us an opportunity to communicate the benefits they could enjoy from being aligned with a local charity.


“We look forward to working


together to maximise mutually beneficial projects and develop relationships across the city.” Paul Griffiths, chief executive of


Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce, said: “As a Chamber, it is important for us to support the work of local charities and their contribution to the community. “We look forward to working


with Willen Hospice over the next 12 months and raising the profile of its impressive work looking after vulnerable people.”


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