A long-standing highlight of the Essex Chamber events calendar, our Annual Golf Day returned in triumph for its sixth year. This time in an exciting new location, we were delighted to bring this popular event to the impressive course at Canons Brook Golf Club in Harlow. Players took to...
Read moreIf the Government is serious about growth, then it cannot tax business any further, Director General of the BCC, Shevaun Haviland, is set to warn. At the BCC’s Global Annual Conference 2025, Shevaun will unveil new research showing the impact of the increase in National Insurance Contributions on firms....
Read moreResponding to the publication of the Industrial Strategy, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s Industrial Strategy is an important milestone towards creating a competitive economy that is fit for the future, with thriving businesses in every region of the UK. “From start-ups and...
Read moreIndustrial Strategy sets out a ten-year plan to boost investment, create good skilled jobs and make Britain the best place to do business. More than 7,000 British businesses are set to see their electricity bills slashed by up to 25% from 2027, as the Government unveiled its bold new...
Read moreThe Essex Chambers of Commerce is delighted to announce that we will be working with Open Road as our Nominated Charity of the Year for 2025/26. Throughout the year, the Chambers team will be committed to championing the charity and raising awareness and funds for them to continue the...
Read moreResponding to the publication of the Government’s Infrastructure Strategy, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy, said: “A 10-year strategy for infrastructure will give businesses and supply chains much needed clarity and certainty to plan. Crucially it will create a landscape for crowding in investment across all regions of...
Read moreResponding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Yesterday’s CPI data confirmed that inflation remains stubbornly high, so today’s decision by the Bank of England to hold interest rates at 4.25% comes as no surprise.”...
Read moreOver the past 12 months, the Essex Chambers of Commerce has been proud to fundraise for our nominated charity of the year Mid & North East Essex Mind. As our time with this wonderful charity comes to an end we are thrilled to announce we have raised a staggering...
Read moreResponding to the latest inflation data, published by the ONS this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Inflation easing slightly to 3.4% in May was widely expected, but this elevated level remains a real concern for businesses and confirms that price pressures...
Read moreReacting to news that the US President has signed an Executive Order on the trade deal with the UK, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “News that the trade deal with the US has been agreed on automotives and jet engines will be music to the ears...
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