'To protect, represent and support the interests of the Suffolk
Coastal business community.'
The Suffolk Coastal Business Forum was founded in 1991 enabling
the Council to consult with representatives of the business
community about its yearly spending plans. It has a genuine
influence on Council policy.
The Forum aims to be representative of all businesses working in
the district, and meets regularly with senior Council
representatives to discuss and give feedback on Council plans.
The Forum also has two seats on the board of the
Suffolk Coastal Local Strategic Partnership (LSP)
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Suffolk Coastal business needs research report
The business needs report, published in May 2010, was
commissioned by the Suffolk Coastal Local Strategic Partnership
(LSP) and produced by Nick Boulter, chairman of the
LSP's economy and skills working group and chairman of the
Suffolk Coastal Business Forum.
Interviews conducted between November 2009 and mid February
2010, with 100 local businesses in the Suffolk Coastal area,
concluded that most are confident about the future but would be
happier if issues regarding the internet and the skills of
potential employees were addressed.
Follow the link below to view the report and press release:
Contact details
The Forum's current chairman is Nick Boulter, who can be
contacted on 07720 349222 or
nick@suffolkcoastalbusinessforum.org.uk.
The Forum's treasurer and temporary
admin is Charlie Damonsing, who can be contacted on
07715 596487 or email
admin@suffolkcoastalbusinessforum.org.uk.