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“Your people are your biggest weakness when it comes to security”. You’ve probably heard this statement more than once.
We believe that this can, and should be a fallacy in all businesses when it comes to cyber security. We want to help you grow your people in to your biggest strength and asset.
So how do we get there? Well, Security is all about risk – appreciating it, understanding it, and reducing, mitigating or sometimes accepting it.
Beginning with a desire to create a culture of security within your business will set you off on the right path, and from here we’d suggest making this your guiding principle. You can read in detail about this here, where we will expand and share more about how your approach to cyber security feeds in to building this culture.
At CyberScale we talk a lot about taking a risk-based approach to Cyber Security. This is an approach that is tailored towards your specific business or organisation. It takes into account the specific data that you have, the way you use systems, the people you have in your organisation and their level of understanding of all things security, the processes that you have in place, and how all of these combine to create risks specific to you.
Different organisations will have different security requirements, that’s a given. But, what sort of differences are we talking about? Well firstly there is data. Some organisations are heavily reliant on data, some not so much. Some organisations collect and process particularly confidential or sensitive data, such as health data for instance.
Some organisations have employed staff only, where elements of security policy can be made part of their employment contract and ongoing training, whereas other organisations have a heavy reliance on freelancers or subcontract staff where this is not so easy. This will inevitably raise issues around building and embedding a culture of security. Management of systems used by these groups also differs in its level of practicality; managing and controlling devices which are company supplied is one thing, but devices owned by a freelancer or subcontractor present a particular challenge.
Going back to the beginning here will ensure that even though you’ve recognised these challenges you will be able to view them through the goal you have, which is to create a culture of security across all staff whether permanent or not. Having your guiding principles embedded in those who hire, onboard and work with all types of staff is going to be ever more important.
So how do we do this? Training. The answer seems simple, but it really isn’t at all. A culture of security will come from having a set of agreed and embedded values across the workforce which determines how everyone thinks about and approaches cybersecurity.
Training can have many aims, here it is to help you understand what you don’t know – what’s important, what to look at and prioritise when it comes to cyber security, and where to go for help that you can trust, both inside and outside of the business.
But it’s more than just telling you.
Through carefully designed exercises and discussions, we’ll help YOU discover how to determine what is important to your business, how to assess risks and impacts in a security context, and how to build a strategy and plan to improve security and reduce business risk. This is an ongoing commitment and when invested in regularly will move you towards building the security culture you seek.
With a combination of public courses where attendees will be from a range of organisations, and bespoke solutions for your business, we are experienced in ensuring that what we deliver suits the needs of your business.
We are focused on providing cyber security training that also brings personal benefits to individual attendees in their broader lives and not just in the workplace. We do not deliver a standard CBT session or something general, which might feel like a tick box exercise for the business and attendee, we ensure that we are linking the training with your specific process and policies.
A recent announcement from TV Licencing:
We offer our deepest condolences to the Royal Family following the death of Her Majesty The Queen. Her Majesty was the embodiment of public service.
We know that many communities may wish to come together and observe the funeral of Her Majesty The Queen and so the BBC is providing local communities a TV Licence dispensation. The dispensation will allow any communal setting where TV is not usually watched, such as town halls, community centres and libraries across the UK, to screen the live programmes without needing to purchase a licence.
We want to reach out to communities and those who are making arrangements to let them know that the dispensation is in place and therefore we welcome your support in making your service users aware.
By law, if live television or BBC iPlayer is viewed on any premises, those premises must be covered by a valid TV Licence. However, in exceptional circumstances, the BBC can grant a dispensation for the temporary viewing of television, so long as the viewing is for the sole purpose of screening an event which is judged by the BBC to be of national importance.
As the BBC Board has said, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a unifying figure across generations, communities and borders, who represented the very best of our nation. We are grateful at the BBC to have witnessed, recorded and shared so many of the special moments in her long life and reign. She will always be remembered with the greatest affection and admiration.
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Welcome to our Norfolk Chambers podcast, in this episode Haze Carver AKA The Zinger chats with tech whizz and Director Jason Carlton and Business Development Manger James Fowler, of Uptech.
As one of our Strategic Partners, Uptech work closely with the Norfolk Chambers, James is involved in our Norfolk Knowledge Hub, contributing Uptech’s knowledge, skills and expertise freely to everyone who uses the Hub.
Jason discusses what’s new in tech and how upcoming innovations will re-define our workplaces, the resilience and strength of his team and how their core values are pivotal to their success.
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Welcome to the Norfolk Chambers podcast – in this episode our CEO Chris Sargisson is talking with Chloe Smith, Member of Parliament and leader of the Norwich for Jobs Programme and also Matt Smith, Human Resources Director at Evander. This podcast was recorded at the Evander Head Office on Broadland Business Park in Norwich.
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King’s Lynn-based gentleman’s grooming company Captain Fawcett Ltd is celebrating a double national honour after being named a finalist in two prestigious UK awards, celebrating export success and creative excellence.
The brand has been shortlisted in the Exporter of the Year category at the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards 2025, and the Perfume, Cosmetics & Personal Care category at the London Packaging Week Innovation Awards 2025.
Founded in 2015 at a kitchen stove in Terrington St Clement, when founder Richard Finney MBE first mixed Moustache Wax in a baked bean tin, Captain Fawcett has grown into a global enterprise. Today, close to 80% of sales come from export, with products now sold in 45 countries across 6 continents, most recently launching into Vietnam and Peru. A dedicated international platform in the USA further supports Captain Fawcett’s growing overseas presence.
Exports not only drive the Captain Fawcett’s growth but also feed directly back into the British economy, supporting jobs and wider supply chains here at home. In recognition of commitment to helping other businesses pursue international trade, Captain Fawcett has five times been appointed a Department for Business and Trade (DBT) Export Champion, advising and inspiring fellow UK exporters and in 2025 was awarded the MBE in recognition of services to Internationl Trade and Charity.
Captain Fawcett Founder Richard Finney MBE said:
“As an island nation, trade has always been in our blood. Britain has much to be proud of – from our reputation for excellence and craftsmanship to somewhat madcap humour that travels so well overseas. From humble beginnings in Norfolk, it is a huge honour to share Captain Fawcett with customers worldwide, whilst supporting the UK economy and encouraging others on their export journeys. Captain Fawcett’s story is not simply about commodities, but about people and celebrating a bold, outward-looking spirit in the very finest traditions of enterprise. Exporting is ever a mutually beneficial exchange and the Captain is delighted to do his bit.”
Captain Fawcett’s distinctive packaging for the award-winning hair stying Pomades, created by Creative Director Iain Crockart, has also been shortlisted at the London Packaging Awards. Both handsome and practical, the design is grounded in heritage and utility, inspired by traditional fired clay pots once used for apothecary’s ointments and reflecting Captain Fawcett’s philosophy that packaging is the handshake before the conversation.
The London Packaging Innovation Awards will be announced at ExCeL London on 15–16 October 2025, where Captain Fawcett will appear on the Luxury Stage. The Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards ceremony follows on 11 November 2025 in London.
For further information or images please contact: cate@captainfawcett.com
Responding to the findings, release of further details from Government on the energy support plan for business, Chief Executive Officer at the Norfolk Chambers, Nova Fairbank said:
“The latest government news will give Norfolk businesses a much-needed sense of relief from the pressures of rising energy costs.”
“For months we have been calling for Government intervention to help businesses with eye watering energy costs. This support package is significant and will ease the cost pressures that have been piling up on businesses.
“It will allow many firms that were facing closure, or having to lay off staff or reduce output, to keep going through the winter.
“But the exact level of support will vary greatly from business to business depending on the detail of its contract, so some will inevitably do better than others.
“We now need action to get this saving passed onto business as soon as possible – every day will put some firms closer to the edge and they cannot hang on much longer.
“There must also be effective legal oversight to ensure no firms that are due this money miss out.
“For those that will benefit, six months support is not enough for most firms to make plans for the future.
“We understand there are a range of unknowns for the Government in looking ahead, but without that reassurance very few firms will make plans to invest or grow.
“Some businesses will still struggle to meet their bills despite this government intervention, the Chancellor must prioritise those firms in his mini-budget on Friday.
“There are a range of other challenges that must be addressed including labour shortages, supply chain disruption, and rising raw material costs.
“To truly revitalise our economy for the difficult months ahead then there must be a clear long-term plan that gives business the confidence to grow.”
More detail on the Government plan can be found here.
In this podcast, we chat to Leon Davies, Founder of Leondavies.co.uk. Leon is a Sustainability Specialist.
If you keep meaning to make eco-friendly changes in your life but never quite get round to it, then listen in as Leon discusses his Ten ways to save the planet by living more sustainably.
We’ll be talking about his journey from serving as an Engineer in the Royal Air Force, to founding a multi award winning Zero emissions taxi service right here in Norwich, testing satellites for Elon Musk, and most recently setting up his own company, Leon Davies.co.uk and becoming a Sustainability Specialist.
If you would like to find out more about Leon’s business, you can get in touch with him below
Welcome to the Norfolk Chambers podcast – In todays’ podcast we’re going to chat to Sonja Chilvers, Chief Operating Officer and Alex Wiseman, Partnership Manager, at Norfolk & Waveney Mind.
The need for good quality mental health support, advice and information is greater than ever before, Norfolk and Waveney Mind are busier than ever, 60% of adults and young people who did not experience poor mental health before the pandemic are now experiencing mental health issues.
Sonja and Alex discuss the opening of REST and how Mind is focused on making mental health services as accessible as possible in the Norfolk & Waveney area .
On Site Services:
1:1 support, telephone support, intensive support package, cafe and social groups. We will also work collaboratively with partner organisations who will
come in to deliver specialist support.
An evening sanctuary operational from 6pm – midnight providing a short-term place to receive crisis support for people referred from the Crisis Team.
REST is a safe, welcoming, non-clinical space in which people experiencing mental distress or crisis can receive the support and information
they need.
REST connects people with their local community and resources, including non-mental health initiatives.
REST has been designed to reduce social isolation, build resilience and empower those in crisis, with a focus on wellness not illness.
REST is a resource in supporting people with poor mental wellbeing close to their communities and homes.
Welcome to our Norfolk Chambers podcast, In todays’ podcast Haze Carver, AKA The Zinger talks to chat to Lizzy Dring, Head of Corporate Events at Huxley Events.
Lizzy talks about, ‘bringing teams together is our absolute speciality! Whether this is in a team-building environment through an engaging activity that really gets people to work together, improve communication and achieve their goals, to helping make celebrations so special!Successes included hosting over 100 virtual team experiences for businesses across the globe (including Australia, America as well as for teams based in different countries).
Supporting the Norfolk Chambers with their B2B Exhibition which was one of the biggest business events in Norfolk in 2021.
We’re delighted to announce that two of our members have won a British Chambers of Commerce regional award.
Solinatra is the winner of The Rapid Riser award.
Thomas Paine Hotel is the winner of The Community Champion award.
The Chamber Business Awards is one of the showpiece events in the business calendar, recognising and promoting the best of British business through a series of regional heats, culminating in a campaign to showcase winning businesses on an international stage.
The Chamber Business Awards provide a brilliant opportunity to recognise and celebrate the achievements of the Chamber of Commerce Network.
The Norfolk Chambers are invited to nominate members for the awards in any of the following categories. For 2022, there are three new exciting categories to allow members to showcase their talents and business acumen.
The Workforce Developer – Commitment to People Award – A business that has shown how their approach to the learning and development of their team has enhanced their business performance.
The Rapid Riser – Scale up Business of the Year – An organisation that can demonstrate exceptional levels of growth with a strong plan for sustainable financial performance.
The Community Champion – Community Business of the Year – An organisation that facilitates, participates, and enables community engagement, demonstrating the power of giving back.
After the regional heats, the British Chamber of Commerce will announce the winners from mid-October onwards. National winners will be announced, and presented with their award at a high-profile event already being hosted by their nominating Chamber.
Our Co.next programme was launched in early 2022 to empower, engage and encourage young professionals across Norfolk. The programme has developed and grown providing valuable support, training, mentoring, and events.
A gap in the market was brought to our attention by those 35 and under – the need to bridge the gap between leaving education and gaining knowledge, experience, and confidence to climb the career ladder.
Our concept has been developed from idea through to fruition thanks to our first Advisory Board. The board is made up of seven young professionals on a variety of career journeys and have been at the heart of the programme. They have their feet on the ground, sharing their ideas and raising awareness of what support and guidance they actually need.
All good things must come to an end, and our first Advisory Board has now completed their term as Advisory Board members. We’ve been so thrilled with their enthusiasm, ideas, and passion that we have since created a Co.next alumni that will be made up of all the Advisory Board members. Their input has been invaluable to getting Co.next off the ground and it’s important to us to continue with their support.
James Groves, Co.next Board Chairman says “I am so grateful for what the initial Advisory Board bought to the Co.next initiative. Without them, it wouldn’t have launched with such energy, enthusiasm, and commitment, and for that, I am extremely grateful. I am so excited to keep them involved as we move forward and to get their insights into what we are doing and what we can continue to do to empower, encourage and engage the under-35 professionals of Norfolk. I am also excited to have the opportunity to have new, fresh young professionals join the advisory board and help move us into what should be an exciting year for Co.next.”
With so many amazing young professionals in Norfolk, we want to give others the chance to make a difference too, and put their thoughts and ideas forward for the Co.next programme. We’ll be opening the positions soon so watch this space.
See our alumni members here.