International Trade : The Way Forward
29th September 2020
Today we live in a fast paced and ever evolving world. Recent history only goes to highlight that the future remains uncertain. At the end of this year we will leave the European Union and, of course, we hope
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BCC responds to ONS GDP figures
14th July 2020
Commenting on GDP figures for May 2020 published today by the ONS, BCC Head of Economics Suren Thiru said: “The latest data confirms there was a modest rally in monthly UK GDP growth in May as restrictions started to ease. However, coming after unprecedented contractions in the
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Tax measures to help individuals cope with the financial impact of COVID-19
27th April 2020
ax partners at the Guildford office of Smith & Williamson, the professional and financial services group, discuss measures announced by the government to help individuals cope with the financial impact of COVID-19. Though the primary concern may be public health,
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New specialist Maths School for Guildford gets Government green light to proceed
21st May 2019
++ SuMS to encourage more girls into STEM ++ ++ University of Surrey and GEP Academies join forces to find the next generation of mathematicians ++ University of Surrey and Guildford Education Partnership (GEP Academies), the Multi Academy Trust behind
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Get active, improve your wellbeing and raise funds for Eikon…
23rd April 2020
Run, ride, cycle, hop, lift, step… With major fundraising events either cancelled or postponed, Eikon needs your support more than ever so we can continue to reach out remotely to vulnerable young people at a time when they need us
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BCC responds to new statistics regarding women on boards
10th February 2020
Responding to news that one-third of FTSE 100 board members are women, BCC Co-Executive Director Hannah Essex said: “Companies of all sizes have much to gain by improving the diversity of their workforce at all levels. “As well as promoting
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Smith & Williamson joins Pension Protection Fund advisory panel
2nd June 2020
Smith & Williamson, the financial and professional services group which has an office in Guildford, has been selected to join the Pension Protection Fund’s newly established Trustee and Support Services panel which will provide restructuring advisory services to pension schemes
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BCC responds to Prime Minister’s speech setting out next steps in Coronavirus response
17th July 2020
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s speech today (17 July), setting out the next steps in England’s Coronavirus response, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: On new guidance for returning to the workplace: “Companies, in discussion with their employees, will decide
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Moore Barlow appoints new HR and marketing directors
14th July 2020
Katherine Allison and Tom Newman-Young join the firm’s executive leadership team to drive post-merger, people-led growth strategy SOUTHAMPTON, 14 July 2020 – Top 100 UK law firm Moore Barlow today announced two senior appointments to the firm’s senior leadership
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BCC comments on the Queen’s Speech
15th October 2019
Commenting on the Queen’s Speech opening a new session of Parliament, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Our message to government is simple: put the economy at the forefront of your agenda. These
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BCC reacts to latest Labour Market Figures
18th May 2021
Commenting on ONS Labour Market statistics for May 2021 published today, BCC Head of Economics, Suren Thiru, said: “The decline in the unemployment rate and the rise in payroll employment is further confirmation that the UK jobs market is now more resilient to the ongoing restrictions. “Continued government support and the easing of restrictions
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Spending Review Must Be A Catalyst For Growth
16th June 2025
Responding to the Comprehensive Spending Review, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the BCC, said: “Business has been waiting for Government to show it understands the deep-rooted problems holding back our economy and how they can be solved.
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The University of Surrey’s rising impact on global community recognised
22nd April 2020
The University of Surrey has risen 41 places to be ranked 59th in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings, a global ranking of universities based on their contributions to society and communities. Commencing in 2019, this THE global
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 30th September 2022
30th September 2022
A few lights in our challenging business environment Following some early heads up there was some good news from the government on support for businesses, who have been receiving eye watering energy bills. The support package on offer is significant
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 6th October 2022
6th October 2022
Energy explained Having announced support for businesses with their energy we have been finding out what this actually means. The new scheme is all about capping wholesale energy costs. Wholesale (commodity) electricity prices will be capped at 21.1p/kWh and gas
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BCC Director General Awarded CBE
25th June 2025
Shevaun Haviland, BCC Director General, has been made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE). She was awarded her CBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List for 2025 for services to business. Responding to the news of
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Gatwick looking forward to a strong summer – and will reopen its South Terminal later this month to meet demand – as airport publishes annual results
11th March 2022
Despite continually changing travel restrictions – and the emergence of the Omicron variant – an encouraging end to 2021 saw passenger numbers at Gatwick exceed 1 million in August, September, October, and December – helping reduce the airport’s annual losses
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 17th November 2021
17th November 2021
This week is an exciting one for Surrey Chambers of Commerce. We have the celebration event for the Surrey Business Awards highlighting the very best of business in Surrey. Many Chamber members have been shortlisted and we look forward to
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BCC: Business still unable to prepare fully for a no deal Brexit
7th September 2019
New research from the British Chambers of Commerce shows a concerningly high number of UK firms aren’t ready for a no deal Brexit. Business has consistently called on government to avoid a messy and disorderly exit but in light of
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BCC responds to ONS labour market statistics
10th November 2020
Commenting on the ONS labour market statistics for November, published today, BCC Head of Economics Suren Thiru said: “The rise in the unemployment rate and redundancies is further evidence that the damage being done to the UK jobs market
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