Commenting on the latest ONS trade data, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “The first month of reduced automotive tariffs has had a positive effect on US exports alongside more certainty on the outlook for other manufactured goods sectors. “But far more work is needed on US...
Read moreResponding to the latest GDP data published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s data shows the UK economy had a subdued summer, with limited growth in the three months to July, and 0% in the month alone. “The...
Read moreWe were delighted to host a fantastic evening of networking surrounded by luxury, high-performance vehicles at our recent event with Group 1 Jaguar Land Rover Southend. As a Chamber of Commerce, one of our greatest privileges is to showcase our members, and this gathering was a perfect example of...
Read moreThe latest British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast has upgraded growth expectations for 2025. But overall, the outlook remains subdued. The forecast shows: UK Economic Outlook The UK economy is expected to grow by 1.3% in 2025, revised up from the previous forecast of 1.1%. This upgrade reflects...
Read moreFigures released by Essex & Suffolk Water have shown that between January and June the number of leaky pipes repaired has increased by 30 per cent in 2025 compared to 2024. 4,047 repairs have been made between January and June, compared with 2,856 during the same six months in...
Read moreResponding to today’s speech by EU Relations Minister, Nick Thomas-Symonds – William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “A strong agri-food deal will remove costs, red tape and delays for UK businesses trading in food and plant products with the European Union. “Firms...
Read moreReacting to the latest inflation data published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The inflation warning lights continue to flash, with July’s rate being slightly higher than most analysts had forecast. Prices are now rising at the fastest rate...
Read moreResponding to the latest GDP data published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Better than expected data for both Q2 and the month of June are welcome – but the numbers mask the underlying pain being felt by businesses...
Read moreOver two fifths (41%) of businesses have increased their requirement for onsite working over the past year, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). While most of the firms (67%) who require onsite working say it hasn’t impacted recruitment or retention, one in ten relevant...
Read moreLocal rail operator c2c Railway has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding, securing full re-accreditation as part of the 2025/26 Safeguarding on Rail Scheme (SRS), scoring 92% in the assessment audit. The Safeguarding on Rail Scheme (SRS) is a joint initiative awarded by the British Transport Police (BTP) and Department...
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