The Constitution of the Chamber can be condensed into the following paragraph:
‘The objective of the Chamber is to promote and protect businesses in Wellingborough and East Northamptonshire, taking any steps felt necessary by the Executive Committee in its day to day management of the Chamber’s affairs’. No other activity is specified but on the other hand nothing is ruled out.
Membership is not automatically available to businesses, nor is it free, however, all businesses are welcomed and encouraged to apply, and membership is usually rapidly agreed through the Executive Committee in return for an excellent value for money membership fee. Members are also requested to support Chamber activities to help maintain an effective business representation organisation. They are requested also to be prompt in the payment of annual subscriptions when due within normal monthly business transactions.
The membership expects the Chamber to support them by fulfilling the objectives stated above without specific instruction or request. Individual members are encouraged to bring to the attention of Chamber’s Executive Committee matters for consideration and such action as deemed necessary by the Chamber Executive.
The Chamber is expected to be involved in any business related activity in the area without reference to or by members and to initiate such activities if none exist. An example being, as a partner with the Wellingborough Town Centre Partnership or Business Improvement District. The Chamber is also expected to be a source for contact with businesses, business groups, local authorities and any other organisations that might be relevant to business activities in and around the area.
The Chamber is also expected to promote and disseminate positive news and stories about its members and other businesses within the area and building the reputation of Wellingborough and East Northamptonshire as a preferred location to invest and establish companies in.
Social activities are not a primary objective for the Chamber and are not intended to be a major source of funds but need to be self-financing so far as possible. These activities are organised from time to time to encourage business and social interaction for members and their guests, so as to relax and enjoy time away from the pressures of the work-place. The Chamber wishes to promote such events, which need to be well attended and as such request members for their support.
The Chamber Executive, September 2019