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Our 2026 programme of events continues to go from strength to strength, with members recently gathering at London City Bond’s London Gateway premises for an evening of fantastic networking and fascinating industry insights. A valued member of the Essex Chambers of Commerce for many years, London City Bond (LCB)...
Read moreZero percent of surveyed UK exporters say they have “comprehensive support” from government to manage trade policy changes, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in partnership with global standards organisation GS1 UK. The BCC’s Insights Unit surveyed 939 firms – 40% exporters – with...
Read moreThe latest British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast suggests slow growth in 2026, higher inflation due to the Middle East crisis, and rising unemployment as the labour market softens. The BCC forecast is the first economic assessment by a business organisation since last week’s Spring Statement and renewed...
Read moreThe British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned that removing the UK’s tariff exemption for low value imports could risk pushing up prices, harming small businesses and reducing trade intensity. The government is considering the move after the US removed its ‘de minimis’ exemption. The EU has also said...
Read moreHundreds of businesses have gained unique geopolitical insight into the Middle East crisis, thanks to a joint initiative by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The first event organised by the new Diplomatic Advisory Hub, saw senior FCDO officials host a...
Read moreReacting to today’s unveiling of the EU’s Industrial Accelerator Act which supports its Made in Europe agenda, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “Businesses were apprehensive about the EU’s Industrial Accelerator Act, as there were significant fears it would force the UK out of European...
Read moreResponding to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s Spring Statement confirmed that the UK economy is heading in the right direction, but a further acceleration is needed. “With GDP expected to grow well below two per cent a year...
Read moreThe British Chambers of Commerce has warned the UK could be sleepwalking into a legislative nightmare, which could upend the EU Reset, unless urgent action is taken. The EU is currently pursuing a Made In Europe agenda which aims to protect its industries from unfair international competition due to...
Read moreThe Festival of Business returns for its fifth year, bringing even more opportunities to connect, learn, and move business forward across Essex. Taking place at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Wednesday 11 November, from 10:00am to 3:00pm, this flagship event remains a key date in the Essex business calendar. Building...
Read moreOver a quarter of businesses (27%) say they are currently finding it difficult to pay their energy bills, according to new research from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). The BCC survey of over 600 firms shows energy costs are particularly challenging for manufacturers, with 35% saying they’re struggling...
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