Services Propping Up Exports As Goods Fall
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Services Propping Up Exports As Goods Fall
18th August 2026Commenting on the latest trade data released by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “There was further volatility in June as the volume of goods exports dropped by 4.7 per cent, a reversal of May’s gains. Looking at the broader picture, the last quarter saw an…
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New Cost Of Employment Rights Revealed
17th August 2026Reacting to the release of new government research on the costs involved with planned changes to zero hours contracts, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the BCC, said: “The increased cost to businesses of the proposed changes to zero hours contracts will be a further hammer blow for many firms…
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Rate Hold Puts Spotlight On Chancellor
4th August 2026Responding to the Bank of England interest rate decision to hold, David Bharier, Deputy Director of Economics and Insight at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Renewed escalation in the Middle East has compounded market volatility, and against that backdrop, the Bank’s decision to hold looks like the right…
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Rate Hold Puts Spotlight On Chancellor
30th July 2026Responding to the Bank of England interest rate decision to hold, David Bharier, Deputy Director of Economics and Insight at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Renewed escalation in the Middle East has compounded market volatility, and against that backdrop, the Bank’s decision to hold looks like the right…
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Manage your business energy with confidence
27th July 2026Smart meters aren’t just for homes, they can benefit your business too. In fact, 9 out of 10 small business owners are happy with their smart meter.* When it comes to managing bills, a smart meter can help track your energy use and identify where you might be able to…
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Manage your business energy with confidence
27th July 2026Running a small business has never been easy. Many are navigating fluctuating energy bills, higher operating costs, and inflation. When it comes to managing bills, a smart meter can help track your energy use and identify where you might be able to save some money on energy costs. That can…
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No. 10 North Can Be Catalyst For Effective Devolution
27th July 2026Responding to the launch of Number 10 North today, Jonny Haseldine, Head of Business Environment at the BCC, said: “The launch of No.10 North is an important signal that our regions, their people and economies matter as much as anything happening in London. “This is something that our…
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Mixed Picture for UK Exporters On US Tariffs
24th July 2026The US has introduced new tariffs to replace its current levies on UK imports which have expired today. For most UK companies there is no effective change, but there is welcome confirmation that the removal of US tariffs on whisky has taken effect Duties that must be paid on…
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Business Rates Changes Must Go Further
24th July 2026Reacting to the government’s announcement on a cut in business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy and Insight at the BCC, said: “While news of a carve out for pubs, clubs and music venues is welcome, there are many other smaller hospitality companies…
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Inflation Eases But New PM Must Tackle Business Costs
24th July 2026Responding to the latest inflation data published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “While businesses will welcome news that CPI cooled to 2.6% in June, the inflation thermometer remains vulnerable to further spikes in the months ahead. “Today’s…
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