Members News

Children’s Respite Trust Launches Ticket Sales for Annual Masquerade Ball
The Children’s Respite Trust has announced that tickets are now on sale for its highly anticipated No Place Like Home Masquerade Ball, taking place on Saturday 14th November 2026 at the stunning Winter Garden, Eastbourne. The Trust officially launched the event alongside its sponsors and Ambassadors, who joined together in support of the upcoming Masquerade...

A United Voice for Children’s Respite: National Association Launched in Parliament
Thirteen respite organisations join forces to champion children with disabilities and their families through a new national Association. Yesterday marked an important and inspiring milestone for children’s respite services across the England, Scotland and Wales. At the Houses of Parliament, the Association of Children’s Respite Providers was officially launched – bringing together 13 member organisations...

Full Fibre Broadband Network Operator and ISP Lightning Fibre Achieves Prestigious Industry Award Hat-Trick
Lightning Fibre, the full fibre broadband network operator and Internet Service Provider (ISP), has secured a remarkable industry award hat-trick at the annual Internet Service Providers’ Association (ISPA) Awards. The ISPA Awards shine a spotlight on the organisations and individuals driving the UK’s digital future, recognising providers for their passion, innovation, and commitment. Lightning Fibre...

Lightning Fibre Donates Life-Saving Defibrillator to Hailsham Boxing Club
Lightning Fibre is delighted to announce the donation of a brand-new community AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) to Hailsham Boxing Club, located on George Street, Hailsham. The device was recently delivered to the club, marking another positive step in Lightning Fibre’s ongoing mission to support the health, safety and wellbeing of the local communities we serve. Community...

When Perfection Matters: From Banoffi Pie to Basketball
Chamber members Juice Electrical Services show us the variety of their expertise, and how their approach boils down to the same ethos… Perfection… The Power of Getting the Details Right At Juice Electrical Services, we’ve always believed that true quality lies in the details. Whether it’s a perfectly installed lighting circuit or a carefully balanced...

Investing in his business, investing in Hailsham!
Hailsham Chamber are proud to celebrate a significant milestone for one of the town’s long standing businesses. Hailsham Jewellers, a fixture of the High Street for 40 years, has completed a comprehensive refit and update to their premises, underlining their continued commitment to both their business and the wider town centre. A valued member of...

Contract terms: What entrepreneurs should know
Chamber members Orr Litchfield have put together a few summary extracts of contract law that all entrepreneurs should have knowledge of – preferably before you sign a commercial contract and whatever the size of the other contracting party. Exclusion of Liability: Draft concisely Courts have shown a willingness to uphold exclusion clauses in contracts negotiated...

From Meals on Wheels to Corfu Hills: Hailsham Customer’s Holiday Win
The worthy winner of our £3000 holiday competition in 2024 can now be revealed – it’s Teresa from Hailsham! Teresa’s Lucky Moment The prize draw took place on 1 July 2024. There were over 4000 entries and Teresa’s name was revealed as the winner on a Facebook video. She was absolutely thrilled! She never won anything...

MP Unveils Winning Artwork on Lightning Fibre Cabinet for Hailsham Festival Launch
Saturday 6th September saw the launch of the Hailsham Festival of Arts & Culture, and the announcement of the winner of the School Art Competition – both sponsored by Lightning Fibre. Wealden MP and Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons, Nusrat Ghani, unveiled the winning artwork, which is now wrapping a prominent broadband cabinet in the town centre. The winning design...

Lightning Fibre Donates £500 to Pass It On in Your Community
Pass It On in Your Community is a local CIC (Community Interest Company) at the heart of Hailsham – and Lightning Fibre is delighted to have donated £500 to boost the amazing work they do in our community. The group has quickly become an important part of the town, making everyday essentials more accessible to...