Craig Charles Funk and Soul Club
We welcome back Craig Charles and his Funk & Soul Club. Due to popular demand Craig will be performing earlier than usual. He takes the stage at 10pm until midnight. Support line up to be confirmed.
We welcome back Craig Charles and his Funk & Soul Club. Due to popular demand Craig will be performing earlier than usual. He takes the stage at 10pm until midnight. Support line up to be confirmed.
RINCE2® 7th courses will commence from January 2024.
The PRINCE2® Practitioner Course prepares participants for the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner examinations. Attention will be given to practical participation in a case study encompassing the most essential elements of a PRINCE2 project. Participants will explore the relationship between the Business Case and the project and develop specific PRINCE2 products during the course. Some pre-workshop study is expected of the candidates’ prior to attending the course. The course is accredited with AXELOS® through PeopleCert and based on the 7th Edition PRINCE2 manual.
This is a 4.5 day course (Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm, Friday 9am – 1pm)
Following the completion of the course you will be able to:
PRINCE2 7 addresses changes in the project management sector and adapts to evolving working practices and technologies.
All our courses are delivered by highly experienced and approved trainers with many years experience in the delivery of PRINCE2 courses and the implementation of the methodology into organisations. All the courses will require some evening study (approx 1-2 hours per evening) and some pre-read material will be expected to have been read prior to attending the courses.
This accredited course is delivered in association with Insights, an Accredited Training Organisation.
Find out more: https://www.jarroldtraining.co.uk/course/prince2-foundation-and-practitioner/
To Book: [email protected] or call 01603 677107 to find out more
PRINCE2® 7th courses will commence from January 2024.
The PRINCE2® Foundation Course covers the whole of the syllabus of PRINCE2 Foundation Level and prepares participants for the PRINCE2 Foundation examination. The course is accredited through AXELOS® with PeopleCert and is based on the 7th Edition PRINCE2 manual.
This is a 3 day course (9:00am – 5:00pm)
Following the completion of the course you will be able to:
PRINCE2 7 addresses changes in the project management sector and adapts to evolving working practices and technologies.
All our courses are delivered by highly experienced and approved trainers with many years experience in the delivery of PRINCE2 courses and the implementation of the methodology into organisations. All the courses will require some evening study (approx 1-2 hours per evening) and some pre-read material will be expected to have been read prior to attending the courses.
This accredited course is delivered in association with Insights, an Accredited Training Organisation.
Find out more: https://www.jarroldtraining.co.uk/course/prince2-foundation/
To Book: [email protected] or call 01603 677107 to find out more.
With a new album (‘Addict’) slated for release later in the year, a documentary and even their own festival, Barry Ashworth’s merry gang of outlaw reprobates are simply unstoppable.
The Specials and the 2-Tone movement brilliantly reflected the multi-racial nature of the UK’s inner cities back in the day. The Dub Pistols are like a 21st century equivalent – a riotous collision of drum & bass, hip-hop, ska, dub and punk. One of the most exhilarating live bands on the circuit, these festival favourites have survived international terrorism, inter-band warfare and the wheels falling off their operation numerous times. Now a slickly drilled outfit, they’ve nevertheless lost none of their kick-ass vitality and renegade edge wherever they rock up to play.
Dubbed ‘the hardest working man in showbiz’ by music industry peers, Barry has worked in music all his adult life. An Ibiza original who had his life changed by acid house, he started running club-nights in London and had soon formed a band, Deja Vu, who arrived during the Flowered Up/Happy Mondays ‘baggy’ era.
When Deja Vu split, Barry started DJing – badly, at first – and the Dub Pistols formed out of some of these madcap DJ sessions. The last two subsequent decades have been a riot of storming shows, missed opportunities, big bad basslines, calamities and triumphs – with scarcely a dull moment.
The first Dub Pistols album, ‘Point Blank’, came after Barry and one-time production partner Jason O’Bryan had signed to Concrete, a subsidiary of DeConstruction Records. Early single ‘Cyclone’ dented the UK Top 40, and other tracks like ‘Westway’ and ‘There’s Gonna Be A Riot’ had enough going on to land a US record deal with the mighty Geffen Records.
Constant touring of the States followed while they readied their second album – although disaster struck just as it was about to be released. The 9/11 terrorist attack in New York meant that the album – which referenced international geo-politics in a no-nonsense fashion – had to be temporarily shelved.
Returning to the UK with their tails between their legs, Barry and co set about rebuilding their career. They hooked up with ex-Specials singer Terry Hall and roots reggae great Horace Andy for tracks on ‘Six Million Ways To Live’ (ska cut ‘Problem Is’ and ‘World Gone Crazy’ respectively), which kicked off their long association with assorted guest vocalists. Soon they were touring with Terry Hall and UK hip-hop don Rodney P, and producing their most accessible album to date, ‘Speakers & Tweeters’ – which included a cover of ‘Gangsters’ by The Specials, a live fave, and ‘Peaches’ by The Stranglers.
At one of their big live shows, the ant-racism festival Rise in London in 2007, they were not only joined by Terry Hall on vocals but also another Specials mainstay, guitarist Lyndal Golding. The rapturous reception that ‘Gangsters’ received was instrumental in The Specials getting back together the following year – and in turn they asked the Dub Pistols to support them for some of their comeback tour.
The Dubs themselves nearly fell apart, Happy Mondays style, while recording their next album ‘Rum & Coke’ in Barbados the following summer. “Our gear got pawned off, members of the band were locked up, the wheels came off – everything we did was just about partying and enjoying ourselves,” Barry recalls.
After the turn of the noughties they returned to more political fare with their ‘Worshipping The Dollar’ LP – featuring vocalists such as Akala and Rodney P – and introduced more of a drum & bass sound into their live sets and new songs. As the decade progressed they cemented their place as one of the mainstay festival bands in Europe – guaranteed to rock the house every single time. Their list of collaborators now reads like a who’s who of conscious lyricists.
The eighth Dub Pistols album ‘Addict’ – named after new track ‘Addicted To The Bassline’, featuring Cheshire Cat – is a melting pot of dubwise sensibility, junglist riddims and feelgood party anthems. “”I think it’s the best album we’ve ever done,” says Barry, although during the recording of it they tragically lost one of their members, Will xxx. “That was a real down-point, but we want to celebrate him in this album,” Barry adds.
‘Addict’ also features mic skills from 2-Tone heroine Rhoda Dakar, stalwart MC Navigator, long-term collaborator Lindy Layton, and foundation MCs the Ragga Twins, as well as permanent live vocalist of the past few years, Mr Seanie T. It’s out in the autumn on Sunday Best.
The Pistoleros also have a documentary coming out about them, WCPGW?, and also their own festival in September – Mucky Weekend, named after one of their most popular live tracks. “I’ve always wanted to do my own festival, having come from a promoting background,” says Barry. “God-knows if I’m just being an idiot, but I’ve been to enough festivals in my time to know what makes a good festival. I’ve helped so many people with their festivals, so it seems only natural to do our own thing now as well.”
NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation is a specialist health and safety qualification designed to give learners the confidence and practical skills to investigate workplace accidents and incidents effectively. This course teaches you how to identify root causes, develop risk control measures, and contribute to detailed team investigations for larger or more complex incidents.
Jointly developed by NEBOSH and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) – the UK’s leading safety regulator – this highly respected qualification provides a strong foundation in incident investigation. It is ideal for managers, supervisors, HSE champions, union representatives, and those aspiring to become health and safety professionals.
By completing the NEBOSH Introduction to Incident Investigation course, learners gain the ability to reduce risks, improve workplace safety performance, and support a proactive safety culture.
Course Details
Education Level: Level 3 | Hours of Study: 1 day + Assessment | Tuition Period: 6 months
Course Content
The NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation consists of one unit, which must be successfully completed within six months to achieve the NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation. The course covers:
Cost from £360 (inc VAT)
How to Use COBRA
A workshop showing you how the COBRA (Complete Business Reference Adviser) databasecan help get your business started. Find all the information you need to get your business off the ground.
Where: The Business Library, 2nd Floor, Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library
When: 6.00-7.00pm
Cost: Free for a maximum of 6 people. Booking required
Phone: 01603 774740
Email: [email protected]
Briefing from British Chambers of Commerce
With the recent decision by the Trump Administration to significantly increase tariffs on US imports, businesses across the UK will be affected in different ways.
As the voice of business in Norfolk, we’ve been working closely with the British Chambers of Commerce to ensure your concerns are heard at the highest levels of government as this evolving trade landscape takes shape.
To keep you informed, the British Chambers of Commerce are hosting a free online briefing for Chamber members across the UK. Join us for the latest insights and guidance on what these changes mean for your business.
Date – Wednesday 9th April
Time – 1pm – 2pm
Location – Online – Register Here
– Welcome
– Latest updates on the impact of US tariffs
– Q&A and group discussion
For nearly 130 years, Norfolk Chambers has been amplifying the voice of Norfolk Businesses when it matters most. Moments like this are exactly why we exist and why membership is so important.
As a Norfolk Chambers member, you’re never facing these challenges alone. We’re here to make sure your concerns are heard at the highest levels and to provide the insight and support you need to adapt, respond, and keep moving forward.
Link to register for the free webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tzNl0TpYQSeOulXwELZaNA
MANOEUVRES are Europe’s premier tribute to OMD – Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark – one of the most influential and original bands to emerge from the early days of synth pop in the late 1970’s. Barry & Sarah created MANOEUVRES to bring you a Tribute Show to OMD brought about by a genuine love and respect for the music of these synth pop pioneers. By focusing on meticulous attention to detail together with a little twist or two of their own, an energetic and authentic stage performance is ensured, faithfully capturing the atmosphere and excitement of a true OMD concert. Performing all of OMD’s many hit songs such as ‘Enola Gay’, ‘Messages’, ‘Sailing On The Seven Seas’ and ‘Souvenir’ to name but a few, MANOEUVRES will leave you with lasting memories of a captivating and unique show that you will want to see again and again.
Register for A Free Financial Health Check Session
A Chamber Member Exclusive
Got a money question that’s been sitting on your to-do list for far too long? This one’s for you.
From 23rd February 2026, Chamber members Brancaster House Financial Planning will be hosting FREE Financial Health Check Drop-In Sessions twice a month for Chamber members and their staff – a relaxed, no-pressure way to get expert financial guidance.
Each month, there’ll be two sessions available:
☀️ One morning
🌤️ One afternoon
You’ll get a 45-minute one-to-one with Shane or one of Brancaster House’s independent financial advisers, where you can talk about anything money-related – from savings and budgeting to investments or mortgages.
🎟️ Completely free
📅 Starts 23rd February
📍 Booking via the Chamber
Another brilliant Chamber benefit – and part of Brancaster House’s mission to make financial advice and education accessible, approachable and available to the whole community – including the business community.
A studio-based presentation of short scenes created, choregraphed and performed by our Level 2 and Level 3 Acting, Dance and Musical theatre performers.
All work has been chosen, created and performed by the students themselves.
These evening shows, allow our students to showcase progress made and demonstrate skills learnt this term.
Acts include a wide range of performance styles including Bonnie and Clyde, Good Will Hunting, Footloose, Elvis, Die on This Hill, Pearl, Dangerous, I hear a Symphony, Goo Goo Muck, Hazbin Hotel, Little Women, Knives Out, and original pieces.
For many years businesses have relied on “off-payroll” workers (contractors, consultants, freelancers etc.) as a feasible, and often cheaper, alternative to employees.
However, pending reforms to IR35 rules in the private sector, following their introduction to the public sector in 2017, mean that all businesses are having to reconsider whether these working relationships are likely to be classified as “disguised employment” by HMRC and indeed whether or not such working arrangements will continue to be financially viable from April 2020.
Following a number of recent high-profile court cases, HMRC is turning the screw on tax avoidance by Personal Service Companies (aka one-man bands) by shifting the responsibility for determining a contractor’s IR35 status to the end-client including the liability to operate PAYE when necessary.
This seminar will endeavour to explain all aspects of IR35. Everything from what IR35 is to the financial impact it could have on your business, no matter how small, ensuring you gain all the knowledge you need to take the necessary steps to prepare for HMRC’s new regime.
This course is suitable for anyone working as a contractor, consultant, freelancer or another form of subcontracted support for another organisation, and companies who are using a lot of external contractors etc. Understanding whether the relationship is Contractor or Employee is highly important and ignorance is no longer a defence.
Agenda for the Day:
08:00 Doors Open – Registration, Breakfast Goods, Tea and Coffee
08:30 New Anglia Growth Hub – how can we help you? *
08:45 Contractor or Client or Employee or Employer? What is IR35 and what does it mean for businesses*
09:45 Summary and Group Q & A*
10:00 1-2-1 Discussion opportunities
11:00 Close
Total hours of *IDB (information, Diagnostic and Brokerage) delivery = 1hrs 30mins
About the Experts:
Glenn Savill – Aston Shaw
Glenn Savill is passionate about engaging local businesses to topics and advice that make a real difference to SMEs. He has been with the firm since graduating from university with an Accounting & Finance honours degree in 2009. Having become a fully qualified Chartered Certified Accountant in 2015, he is now known for his down-to-earth yet energetic personality which makes him the perfect person to deliver important advice in a manner that is understandable and valuable.
Lucy Churchill – Spire Solicitors
Lucy Churchill is an employment law specialist at Spire Solicitors LLP in Norwich. Lucy has spent the majority of her career advising employers on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment law issues, including employment status and “off-payroll” working arrangements. She is an engaging speaker, and her enthusiasm brings any topic to life.
I want to book for more than one person from my company?
Due to the popularity of these events, we are usually only able to allow one person per company to attend. However on this occasion and due to the nature of the content more than one person will be possible. However, if the event becomes very popular we may ask for those with multiple tickets to give up additional space. We will try to avoid this though.
However, please email [email protected], if you wish a colleague to attend as well and if we have cancellations we will notify you immediately on a first-come, first-served basis to offer another ticket.
What are my parking options for getting to and from the event?
There is plenty of parking on site which should be free, please report to reception should there be any issues and inform them that you were with our event. Please park in the designated spaces only.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please email [email protected] if you have any questions or queries.
🌟 Save the Date – Charities United is back for 2026!
Join us for our next quarterly Charities United on Tuesday September 22nd for a space to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the amazing work happening across Norfolk’s charity and CIC sector.
📣 Calling all local charities and CICs!
Do you have a venue you’d love to showcase? Or a project, initiative or story to share? We’re looking for hosts and speakers for our 2026 Charities United events.
This is your chance to:
🏛️ Show off your space
🎤 Share what you’re up to
🤝 Simply connect with sector colleagues and partners
📬 If you’re interested in speaking, hosting or sharing, drop us a message – we’d love to hear from you!