EPPING Forest Chamber of Commerce is inviting local companies to its next business over breakfast meeting.

Two guest speakers will talk at the event, to be held at the Bell Hotel, in Epping High Road, from 7am to 9.15am, on Tuesday, July 21.

Cllr Chris Whitbread, deputy leader of Epping Forest District Council will talk on his vision for the future and the practical ways he hopes the council can help local businesses.

Cllr Whitbread, who runs Epping estate agents Millers, has recently been appointed business champion by the chamber of commerce.

The second speaker on the day will be accountant Sam Gooday who will discuss the latest tax developments and planning opportunities.

Breakfast costs £13.50 for guests and £10 for members. For further information and to book visit eppingchamber.co.uk or email johnjames@fastnet.co.uk.