BCC responds to Shadow Chancellor’s speech
23rd September 2019
Responding to the Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell’s speech at the Labour Party Conference, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Labour and business share key goals, but often differ on how to achieve them. “At
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Camberley shopping centre seeking interested businesses for first full private 5G infrastructure shopping centre in the UK
21st September 2020
The owners of The Square Shopping Centre in Camberley (Surrey) are seeking expressions of interest from businesses and retailers who want to experience and test the latest technology delivering the foundation for innovation in the UK’s first fully 5G enabled
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Weak GDP Growth Forecast For 2020 As Business Investment Falls
9th December 2019
UK economic growth in 2020 is forecast to slow to its weakest rate since the financial crisis as higher government spending struggles to offset falling business investment, weakening net trade and sluggish consumer spending. GDP growth is forecast to
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BCC comments on ONS gender pay gap data
29th October 2019
Responding to ONS gender pay gap data published today, Jane Gratton, Head of People Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “It’s right that more women in senior roles are being fairly rewarded, but we need more action to ensure women of all ages receive
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An update on COVID-19 cases in Surrey
3rd September 2020
Data is showing some rises in COVID-19 case numbers in areas of Surrey and residents should remain vigilant to slow any spread of the virus. As part of the Local Outbreak Control Plan for Surrey we made a commitment to
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London Gatwick lends helping hand to good causes in Surrey
20th May 2024
Surrey community groups were celebrating this week as London Gatwick announced the recipients of £30,000 from the first round of the London Gatwick Foundation Fund of 2024, across Reigate and Banstead, Tandridge and Mole Valley. Among the six good causes
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Elmbridge moves to Tier 2 of Government’s new local COVID alert level
16th October 2020
It has been announced that Elmbridge Borough will move into Tier 2 of the Government’s new three-tier system for England, meaning they are now deemed an area of HIGH risk. The change will be implemented from Midnight on Saturday 17th
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BCC comments on ONS Q4 2019 GDP statistics
11th February 2020
Commenting on GDP statistics for Q4 2019, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The UK economy lost momentum in the final quarter of 2019 due to weaker figures
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Final call to vote in the Experience Guildford Customer Service Awards
18th July 2022
Voting in the Experience Guildford Customer Service Awards 2022 is now coming to an end, with under a week until the voting lines close. Make sure your voice is heard and your favourite businesses are recognised by placing your vote
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Quarterly Recruitment Outlook: No Sign of Hiring Difficulties Easing
26th April 2023
80% of businesses surveyed (92% of whom are SMEs) attempting to recruit have faced challenges, with hospitality and manufacturing firms still the most likely to report difficulties Almost six in ten (59%) businesses are actively trying to recruit
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Celebrating our borough’s games industry: Videogames – Made in Guildford
23rd June 2022
‘Videogames – Made in Guildford’ is our museum’s latest exhibition. The display is open between 2 July and 24 September. It gives a snapshot into the thriving videogame sector in Guildford and the local area and why Guildford is known
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BCC: Investment in infrastructure is vital to UK prosperity
13th May 2019
Commenting on the National Infrastructure Commission’s letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer on infrastructure planning and investment, Mike Spicer, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The National Infrastructure Commission is right to stress the
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BCC Reacts To Latest UK Labour Market Figures
20th April 2021
Commenting on ONS Labour Market statistics for April 2021 published today, BCC Head of Economics, Suren Thiru, said: “The latest data confirms that the UK labour market remains subdued. While there was a marginal fall in the unemployment rate, the squeeze on activity from ongoing
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BCC gives its initial response to March 2021 budget
3rd March 2021
Giving his reaction to the Chancellor’s budget, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the BCC, said: “There’s much to welcome in this Budget for business communities across the UK. The Chancellor has listened and acted on our calls for immediate support to
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BCC responds to Conservative Party business proposals
21st November 2019
Responding to proposals unveiled by the Conservative Party, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, Dr Adam Marshall said: Business rates: “We have continually highlighted the damaging impact that upfront business costs are having on companies across the UK – and Chambers
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FINAL CALL: DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR EVERYWOMAN ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS
18th June 2025
London, 17 June 2025 – The nominations deadline for this year’s everywoman Entrepreneur Awards, in association with BGF, has been extended. Female entrepreneurs now have until midnight on 14th July 2025 to submit their entries for this extraordinary showcase
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BCC responds to Coronavirus business support measures
19th March 2020
Responding to the package of government announcements to help businesses affected by Coronavirus, BCC Director General Dr Adam Marshall said: “Businesses will welcome the scale of the Government’s latest response, as well as the specific support it is offering to
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BCC responds to enhanced Coronavirus support for businesses
22nd October 2020
Commenting on the Chancellor’s announcement of further support for businesses and jobs as Coronavirus restrictions increase, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “This is a very significant improvement in the support available to businesses struggling with the impact of
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Surrey Based Digital Agency Receives 10th Award Nomination
20th April 2021
Thunderbolt Digital are thrilled to share that they have received their 10th Award nomination. They are very pleased to be in the running to win the Best Small SEO agency in the European Search Awards 2021. Much celebrated for its
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Lightwater in Surrey Female Entrepreneur Recognised For Success
12th January 2021
Local entrepreneur recognised for making a powerful contribution to society, the economy and communities 11th JANUARY 2021: Jarmila Yu from Lightwater in Surrey Heath has been named as one of the UK’s most 100 inspirational female entrepreneurs by Small Business
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