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Bookings open for Anglia Business Exhibition 2025

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The 29th annual Anglia Business Exhibition (ABE) is now accepting stand bookings for its 2025 event, set to take place on 7 May at Trinity Park, Ipswich.

The big picture: The exhibition, run by the Ipswich & Suffolk Small Business Association (ISSBA), has grown in popularity and impact over nearly three decades.

  • The event offers various stand options for different company sizes and budgets, including sponsorship packages.

  • Fleximize, First Intuition and Riverhills have already confirmed as 2025 sponsors.

Graham Barton, Chair of ISSBA, said: "During almost three decades, ABE has gone from strength to strength and provides an incredible opportunity to local businesses."

Speed networking at the ISSBA Anglia Business Exhibition
Speed networking at the ISSBA Anglia Business ExhibitionRoger Barcham

Why it matters: ABE is widely regarded as the region's premier B2B exhibition, providing local businesses with a platform to showcase their services and network with potential clients and partners.

Key details:

  • The exhibition will run from 10:00 to 17:00 on 7 May at Trinity Park, Ipswich

  • Attendees can expect:

    • A wide range of local businesses to engage with

    • Free speed networking sessions

    • Refreshments

    • Additional activities (to be announced)

What they're saying: Event Organiser Merie Sennett highlighted the exhibition's welcoming atmosphere: "Despite the size and prestige of this exhibition, it has remained extremely friendly and welcoming.

"As businesses, large and small, come together under one roof, there is always a fantastic atmosphere, buzzing with the sound of people chatting and ultimately, business being done."

Attendees networking at the ISSBA Anglia Business Exhibition
Attendees networking at the ISSBA Anglia Business ExhibitionRoger Barcham

How to participate: Businesses interested in booking a stand or sponsorship opportunities can contact the team at contact@angliabusinessexhibition.com or visit www.angliabusinessexhibition.com for more information.

The bottom line: The Anglia Business Exhibition 2025 is a staple of the local business event calendar, offering networking opportunities and a chance for companies to raise their profile in the region.

Search for 'rogue trader' targeting vulnerable Ipswich residents

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Trading Standards has issued an alert after a vulnerable resident in the IP4 area of Ipswich was pressured into a £2,500 roof repair by a doorstep trader just before Christmas.

Why it matters: The incident highlights ongoing concerns about doorstep traders targeting vulnerable residents, with Trading Standards officers having to intervene to prevent further exploitation.

The details:

  • The uninvited trader approached the resident's property around 19 December

  • A verbal agreement for £2,500 was agreed for roof work

  • No paperwork was provided, and the trader left no contact details

  • The trader claimed scaffolding would be erected and work completed this week

  • Trading Standards Officers have since implemented measures to prevent the trader's return

Front door of a house
Trading Standards has issued an alert after a vulnerable resident in the IP4 area of Ipswich was pressured into a £2,500 roof repair by a doorstep trader just before ChristmasGetty Images

What they're saying: "Never agree to have any work done as a result of a cold call, and don't be pressurised into having the job done immediately," warns Suffolk Trading Standards.

Be smart: Trading Standards advises residents to:

  • Get quotes from two or three traders

  • Ask for traders' full names and addresses

  • Request detailed written quotations before work begins

  • Never pay upfront for materials

  • Avoid cash payments

  • Only pay once work is completed satisfactorily

How to help: Anyone with information about traders operating door-to-door in the IP4 area before Christmas or details about vehicles or individuals involved should contact Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 0808 223 1133.

The bottom line: Residents seeking trusted traders can use Suffolk Trusted Trader, a vetted directory maintained by Trading Standards, rather than accepting unsolicited doorstep offers.

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