The state of the nation's energy industry is the hot topic at the next meeting of Swindon business chiefs.

The energy forum will take place at the Marriott Hotel hosted by the Swindon Chamber of Commerce this Friday, from 10am and members will look at what is needed to shape global energy over the next 10-20 years.

The speakers will highlight the figures and the energy forces in both the UK and Europe and will help the audience to understand what is required for the energy companies to move forward in the years to come.

Topics will include the situation at Hinckley Point C; the impact on Thames Valley businesses and the general future of UK energy.

To book online go to www.thamesvalleychamber.co.uk/events or call 01753 870500.

The event should finish at 1pm.