Enjoy EURO 2020 safely

This week Public Health officials in Hounslow announced that around 35,000 people have ‘Stepped up’ by getting vaccinated in the first two weeks of the five-week Surge testing and increased vaccination programme.

This week’s efforts to tackle cases of the new Delta variant in the borough continue to gather momentum, in a bid to support the further easing of lockdown restrictions later this month. 

After the long wait EURO 2020 kicks off tonight and we're all looking forward to what will be an exciting competition, regardless of the team you are supporting.

However, please remember to follow the rules to avoid any COVID-19 own goals.

Lets keep on 'Stepping up for Hounslow'!

If you are heading out to watch a match or watching from the comfort of your home get tested and keep yourself and others safe. 

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Government extends lockdown by four weeks - statement from Cllr Steve Curran

In response to this evening’s announcement of a roadmap extension of four weeks, by the Prime Minister, Hounslow’s Council Leader, Cllr Steve Curran, said:

“We know that the decision today will come as a huge blow to many and will mean more sacrifice for our residents who have already sacrificed so much.

“All of us want to get back to a more normal way of life as quickly as possible. During the past few weeks we have seen the people of Hounslow stepping up, making a phenomenal effort to get PCR tested and vaccinated to help tackle cases of the Delta variant in the borough. Residents, volunteers and partners, including the NHS, are working together with the Council in true ‘One Hounslow’ spirit. 

"However, today’s decision by the Government is a stark reminder that we cannot and must not be complacent when it comes to keeping ourselves and our loved ones safe from the virus. There is still more work to be done. We must continue to follow the rules, get tested and get vaccinated when we can and we must remember the importance of ‘Hands, Face, Space’. From tomorrow, we must keep encouraging everyone over the age of 23 to get vaccinated.

"For both myself and our Director of Public Health, Kelly O’Neill, I want to thank the people of Hounslow for everything they are doing to support one another during these incredibly challenging times and for the courage and determination they continue to show each and every day. If support is needed, we are here to help. Please just ask.”

Today (15 June) you can get vaccinated!

Getting the vaccine is one of the best ways we can stop the spread of the virus and curb the impact of any new variants of concern.

If you are over the age of 23, below you can find a list of all our upcoming pop-up vaccination clinics over the next few days, more details of which are here.

• Book an appointment via www.nhs.uk or call 119:    
• One of Hounslow’s five community pharmacy sites hounslow.gov.uk/vaccine
• Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre- 658 Chiswick High Road, Brentford TW8 0HJ - Open 8.00am-8.00pm.  

Get vaccinated

Get a PCR test at a mobile or local test site near you!

It's important that you get a PCR test as soon as you can to identify any new variants of concern and keep the infection rate under control, even if you've already had a vaccine. 

I will having another PCR test tomorrow at the mobile unit outside Verdict in the centre of Brentford.

Please get a PCR test as soon as possible on Tuesday 15 June at the following locations:  

Mobile PCR Testing Units:     

• Beaversfield Park, Hounslow (TW4 7JF) – Open 9:00am-3:00pm 
• Church of the Good Shepherd (TW4 6HJ) - Open 10:00am-6:00pm 
• Tesco Hayes, Bulls Bridge (UB2 5LN) – Open 10:00am-6:00pm 
• Brentford Market Square (TW8 8FJ) - Open 9:00am-5:00pm

Local PCR Testing Sites:     

• Brabazon Road Sports Court, Hounslow (TW5 9LR) – Open 8:00am-8:00pm   
• Padstow Walk car park, Feltham (TW14 9XU) – Open 8.00am-8.00pm    
• Stamford Brook car park, Chiswick (W4 1NH) – Open 8.00am-8.00pm
• You need to book an appointment for Stamford here.
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When booking, select “do not have symptoms” and then “I was asked to take a test by the Local Authority.” Please also walk to this site if you can, as there is no parking on site and parking is very limited nearby.  

• Hounslow House– 7 Bath Road, Hounslow (TW3 3EB) – Open 8.00am-4.00pm 
• Heston Library– New Heston Road, Hounslow TW5 0LW – Open 6.30am-7.30pm Mon-Fri, or 8.00am-4.00pm Sat/Sun 
• Isleworth Library– Twickenham Road, Isleworth TW7 7EU – Open 8.00am-4.00pm 
• Bedfont Library– Staines Road, Feltham TW14 8DB – Open 8.00am-4.00pm

Or book an appointment at a regional PCR test site by clicking here.  

• Twickenham Stadium (TW2 7BA) entrance at the rear via Whitton Dene – Open 8.00am-8.00pm* 
• Heathrow Airport Car Park E2, Eastern Perimeter Road (TW6 2SQ) – Open 8.00am- 5.00pm* 

*When booking, select “do not have symptoms” and then “I was asked to take a test by the Local Authority”. Drive through site only. 

Get PCR tested

"I have attended some of your sessions including the one on Property advice last week, all of which have been so valuable to small businesses like us. " -

Sunita Panjabi

Hounslow business programme: Innovate & Grow

Webinars coming up:

Business programme

Import/export

Wednesday 16^th June 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Book Here

This webinar will cover:

• Understand e-commerce exporting. 
• Grow from sales to EU / USA into ROW markets
• Understand market selection
• First visit to the country options
• Market entry - agent / dealer / direct sales
• Payment options
• International finance options

Speakers:

• Paul Denny, SKS Group
• Alan Rides, international trad expert

Fit to Bid: Branduin Business Support 

Circular Economy & Developing Key Partnerships

Monday 21^st June 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Book Here

The idea of a circular economy that offers new ways to create a more sustainable economic growth model is gaining popularity. This webinar is designed to introduce the growing business case for sustainable solutions and learn how to manage and lead a sustainable business by incorporating circular economy principles into supply-chain strategies to support sustainable growth.

Developing and nurturing key partnerships is a strategic and profitable way to grow a business, especially within the circular economy. We believe that business owners have a better chance of winning new business and achieving long-term success if they “partner their business out of the pandemic”.

This webinar delivered as an interactive and practical Business Sprint is based on a unique Partnership Value Canvas, and will explain how to select, develop, and win more business by forming key partnerships and collaborations.

The session will cover 5 different types of strategic alliances:

• Marketing Partnerships
• Supply Chain Partnerships
• Integration Partnerships
• Technology Partnerships
• Financial Partnerships

Speaker:

• Nauzar Manekshaw, Managing Director - Branduin

A great way to hear what Chambers are doing across a wider local area to support businesses and most importantly a way to grow your network

Cost: Members- £10 per person     Non-Members – £15 per person

A great way to hear what Chambers are doing across a wider local area to support businesses and most importantly a way to grow your network and do more business.

These events are always popular so book early to guarantee your place.

Limited Numbers –  Only 20 places are available to each Chamber to enable us to manage the group effectively on zoom. A Wait list will operate and additional spaces may be released depending on overall capacity.

Upcoming Webinars

Still looking for a webinar on your sector? If you are interested in learning more about collaboration opportunities with India that are sector specific, we will be providing webinars on the following:

West London Meets India E-Commerce Webinar - Tuesday 22nd June 09:30am - 11:00am

West London Meets India Food and Drink Webinar - Wednesday 23rd June 09:30am - 11:00am 

West London Meets India Design and Manufacturing Webinar - Thursday 24th June 09:30am - 11:00am

Liquidation/Insolvency

Further to our webinar on Liquidation/Insolvency, which took place on 10^th June and you can see on our YouTube channel, please click here for more information from Oasis Accountants. 

Join Break a Hacker's Heart week where the top industry experts will report on the latest headlines in cybersecurity and offer valuable insights to protect yourself against the latest threats to your organisation.

Click here for more information

May issue of Let's Talk Business out now

https://issuu.com/benham/docs/lets_talk_business_may_21

West London Local Chambers & Hounslow Chamber of Commerce are the primary support, networking, and representation organisation in west London for SMEs.

We support the interests, the commercial aspirations and the investment from businesses in Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham - the Chamber is the voice for all businesses located in the borough.