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September
12th
BCC: New survey shows potential impact of a ‘no-deal’ Brexit on UK business investment, recruitment intentions
The British Chambers of Commerce publishes new research demonstrating some of the potential real-world consequences of the UK leaving the EU without a deal on the 31st of October.
September
12th
UK agreed trade continuity with six African nations
The UK initials Economic Partnership Agreement with the Southern African Customs Union and Mozambique.
September
5th
Business leaders urge Uttlesford District Council not to “lock the economy on a low-growth trajectory” by further delaying Stansted Airport growth plans
In an unprecedented move four Chambers of Commerce from the East of England, representing 6,450 companies and over half a million jobs, join forces to sound warning
August
29th
Essex Chambers sign up to Armed Forces Covenant
Essex Chambers of Commerce recently joined the more than 4,000 businesses, charities and local councils who have signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant and thereby pledge their support in ensuring that those who serve, or have served, in the UK's armed forces are treated fairly.
August
27th
Visit East of England support for Stansted development
East of England’s tourism industry dismayed at council’s decision to delay approval for London Stansted Airport growth
August
22nd
Local businesses meet with Deputy Chief Constable Pippa Mills
Local businesses met with Deputy Chief Constable Pippa Mills yesterday (Tuesday 20 August) to discuss how working together plays a key part in our fight against crime.
August
21st
Success for British Chambers of Commerce campaign to simplify trade procedures as Government acts to issue EORI numbers
Commenting on the announcement that the government will act on the BCC’s call to automatically issue businesses with an EORI number, Denise Rossiter, Chief Executive, of Essex Chambers of Commerce said:
August
9th
BCC comments on Prime Minister’s immigration announcement
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s announcement on immigration proposals, Dr Adam Marshall of the British Chambers of Commerce said:
July
29th
Basildon Business Expo open for bookings
Following the success of the last two events, Essex Chambers of Commerce and Basildon Borough Council have joined forces again to host Basildon Business Expo 2019 at the Holiday Inn in Basildon.
July
26th
Essex Chambers welcome support for Lower Thames Crossing proposals
Following the publication by Highways England of their 2018 Lower Thames Crossing Consultation update, Essex Chambers of Commerce have welcomed the support shown by consultees for the proposals.
July
24th
Essex Chambers to Prime Minister: Now is the time to get down to business
Today the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) – which includes Essex Chambers of Commerce – has written to incoming Prime Minister, Rt Hon Boris Johnson MP, setting out 15 urgent, immediate steps that the PM must address on arrival in Downing Street to boost business confidence and stimulate the UK
July
15th
Businesses pledge support for A120 and £2.2bn economic turbo-charge
Major regional businesses met to show their support for proposals for an A120 dual carriageway.
July
12th
Working together to beat contactless card fraud #BeatingBusinessCrime
Essex Chambers of Commerce, the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex and Essex Police are working together to help businesses and residents tackle contactless card fraud.
June
28th
Essex Chambers celebrate Loganair’s new routes from London Southend Airport
The sound of bagpipes greeted guests to Essex Chambers’ recent networking event held at The Holiday Inn, Southend to celebrate the recent launch of the airport’s new routes to Scotland and Northern Ireland provided by Loganair.
June
13th
Discovering Business in Essex 2019 a great success
Essex Chambers’ business exhibition, Discovering Business in Essex 2019, recently held at Chelmsford City Racecourse was again judged to be a great success by exhibitors and visitors alike. Over sixty businesses and other organisations were exhibiting, showcasing the very best of the county’s renowned
June
7th
BCC and COBCOE combine networks to support UK and European businesses through Brexit and beyond
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and the Council of British Chambers of Commerce in Europe (COBCOE) announce that they have reached an agreement that will see 24 additional British Chambers across Europe become part of the BCC’s Global Business Network
June
5th
Essex business collaboration recognised for supporting police volunteering
Essex Chamber of Commerce, Essex Police and the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner have been recognised at the National Employer Supported Policing Conference for their innovative collaboration to create stronger relationships between businesses across the county and Essex Police.
May
21st
Priti Patel MP co-hosts meeting with Minister for Apprenticeship & Skills
Priti Patel, the MP for Witham and the Chair of the Essex Business Transport and Infrastructure Forum (EBTIF) has co-hosted a Forum meeting at Westminster (20 May) with the Rt Hon Ann Milton MP, Minister for Apprenticeship and Skills, to discuss the Apprenticeship Levy and how it can support Essex businesses
May
13th
The return of Trading Places - Networking with a difference
Essex Chambers of Commerce are pleased to announce the return of “Trading Places”, their networking with a difference, which brings together the enjoyment of a three course meal with the opportunity to meet businesses from across Essex.
May
2nd
Essex Police retains its ‘good’ rating from HMICFRS
Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has published its latest report, in which Essex Police has retained its ‘good’ grading in the three main areas inspected for Effectiveness, Efficiency and Legitimacy.