Rate Hold Puts Spotlight On Chancellor
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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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Weak Business Confidence Impacting Hiring
21st July 2026Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Patrick Milnes, Head of Policy for People and Work at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s labour market data is a stark example of the challenges awaiting Andy Burnham as he settles into Number 10. “While unemployment appears to have stabilized at 4.9%, our…
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New PM Must Give Business ‘Breathing Space’
21st July 2026Responding to Andy Burnham’s first speech as Prime Minister in Downing Street, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “The British Chambers of Commerce would like to congratulate Andy Burnham on being appointed Prime Minister. “The Chamber Network is ready to work in partnership with his new government from today to make…
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