The Brighton Jewish Business Club has been launched by local Reform synagogue member Nick Beck, who is planning monthly breakfast get-togethers at the shul’s Ajex Hall.

Mr Beck said the club, open to all sections of the community, would provide networking opportunities “in a Jewish context, emphasising Jewish ethics. The rabbis of our community are most welcome to come as well.”

Participants in the inaugural breakfast came from professions including law, finance, retail, security, fitness and marketing. “I used to be in marketing and, through networking, succeeded in improving the business a great deal,” Mr Beck recalled.

“I am now involved in launching a music festival. I hope to attract more people of all ages and business backgrounds to our breakfast club.”