The BCC has met with Ambassadors from across the EU to make the case for a trade relations reset that benefits businesses on both sides. Director General, Shevaun Haviland, and Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, were hosted, this afternoon, at the German Embassy by Ambassador, Miguel Berger. They...
Read moreThe Essex Chambers of Commerce are excited to announce the re-launch of our translation service now in partnership with members, TTC wetranslate – a leading provider of professional language solutions. This innovative service will provide businesses across Essex with access to high-quality, cost-effective translations for a wide range of...
Read moreThousands of small businesses across the country will have more opportunities to win valuable contracts with public sector organisations, kickstarting local economic growth and innovation. Thousands of small businesses across the country will have more opportunities to win valuable contracts with public sector organisations, kickstarting local economic growth and...
Read moreReacting to the proposals for new reciprocal tariffs outlined by the US Government, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “These new proposals for reciprocal and differential tariffs will create more cost and uncertainty for investors, businesses and consumers across the world. “Plans to factor in countries’ VAT regimes...
Read moreThe second phase of a £30m investment to protect and enhance the water supply to more than 300,000 people across Essex has started. Essex & Suffolk Water is upgrading its Layer Water Treatment Works (WTW) in Layer de la Haye, to ensure a resilient supply of clean, clear and...
Read moreResponding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The final trade data for 2024 shows the UK’s export performance is continuing to operate at two different speeds. “Exports of services remain robust and are generating solid growth across European...
Read moreResponding to the latest GDP data released by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Confirmation that the economy grew slightly in Q4 is a small bit of relief for businesses in challenging times. However, regardless of the headline data, it’s...
Read moreDrivers in Essex will see faster journeys, as the Government gives £15m for A127/A130 Fairglen Interchange upgrades. As well as shorter car journeys, the upgrades will see improved safety, with the road currently seeing a higher than average number of collisions due to incorrect lane use. The scheme will...
Read moreNew research by the BCC’s Insights Unit has uncovered the extent to which firms are worried about the impact of US tariffs on their operations. The survey of more than 1,200 firms, of which over 260 were manufacturing exporters, was carried out between Monday 20 January and Friday 7...
Read moreShorter and flexible apprenticeships and new English and maths requirements to boost skills and support employers. Up to 10,000 more apprentices will be able to qualify per year as the government cuts red tape to boost economic growth by giving employers more flexibility over maths and English requirements. Rules...
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