WHO IS GEF? UK exports could surge if SME export finance guarantee scheme promoted more effectively
7th June 2024
SME BOOST: Exports could grow if more companies were aware of ‘GEF’ – the General Export Facility, says Mark Barrie, funding and strategic partnership director with Azets SME exports could grow if more companies were aware of and using ‘GEF’
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BCC responds to the further easing of lockdown restrictions in the leisure, arts and beauty sectors
10th July 2020
Commenting on the government’s announcement today (9 July) that some firms in England in the leisure, arts and beauty sectors will be allowed to reopen, BCC Co-Executive Director Hannah Essex said: “Businesses in the leisure and beauty industries and many
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Remove blockers in the skills system to alleviate recruitment struggles, says BCC and Indeed
25th June 2019
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BCC responds to Prime Minister’s announcement on further easing of lockdown restrictions
23rd June 2020
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s announcement of further easing of Coronavirus restrictions from July 4 in England, including the reopening of culture, tourism and leisure venues as well as a relaxation of the two-metre rule, BCC Director General Adam Marshall
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Kellys Charity Events
19th March 2024
We are delighted to announce the return of the Kelly’s Cycle Challenge for 2024 and this year it’s an extra special one! We are celebrating the 10th anniversary of our Cycle Challenge! This event has been our biggest fundraiser each
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 6th September 2022
6th September 2022
Business support urgently needed We would like to congratulate Liz Truss on running a successful campaign to become the UK’s new Prime Minister. She must now take immediate steps to support the economy. The last few months have been difficult for everyone,
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Chambers of Commerce challenge PM to meet five business tests for Covid restrictions
19th October 2020
In a letter to the Prime Minister, British Chambers of Commerce Director General, Dr Adam Marshall, BCC President Baroness Ruby McGregor-Smith and Chamber CEOs from across the United Kingdom set five business tests that must be met to limit the impact
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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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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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Farnborough Airport Secures Top Spot for 18th Consecutive Year
3rd April 2024
Farnborough Airport has again retained its number one position in the Aviation International News (AIN) FBO Survey 2024, winning the category for the best Fixed Based Operator (FBO) within Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. This is the 18th
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Surrey fire service has received just 10% of external wall plans since the introduction of new fire safety regulation
30th April 2024
New research from signage specialists, FASTSIGNS UK, has revealed that Surrey Fire and Rescue Service has only received 10 percent of external wall plans and no building plans, since the introduction of the Government’s updated fire safety regulations. The regulation, known
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An update from Fetcham Park House
29th July 2020
The doors at Fetcham Park are open once again and welcoming our clients back. As lockdown eases, and with safety measures in place, life has returned to the House which has been adapted for working under the ‘new normal’ conditions.
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Reigate Manor help raise over £1600 for Stripey Stork
4th July 2022
On Thursday 23rd June Reigate Manor played host to local charity, Stripey Stork’s, annual quiz night. Sadly, due to the pandemic, the charity have been unable to run the evening since 2019. Nevertheless, the 2 year hiatus only helped build
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Overseas Trade Sinks in June as Economic Headwinds Gain Strength
15th August 2022
Responding to the latest ONS data on the UK’s trade figures, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “June’s trade data ended what was a strong second quarter of the year overall with a damp squib. “The
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BCC Coronavirus Business Impact Tracker: First results show heavy toll on UK business communities as majority of firms face cash flow crisis
2nd April 2020
Results from the BCC’s first Covid-19 Business Impact Tracker paints a concerning, if unsurprising, picture for business communities affected by Coronavirus. Sharp and significant fall in domestic and overseas revenue for UK businesses The majority of firms (62 per cent) have
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BCC responds to Bank of England interest rate decision
30th January 2020
Welcoming the Bank of England’s decision to keep interest rates on hold, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The decision to keep interest rates on hold is the right one given the mixed picture from
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 25th January 2022
25th January 2022
On Tuesday 11th January we were delighted to hold our first Business Breakfast of 2022 at the fabulous Woodhaven Space, Woking, in even though most other face to face events were not happening. Overcoming the current challenges, it was great
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No Relief for Businesses as Inflation Remains High
14th September 2022
Commenting on the Office for National Statistics inflation figures for August 2022, Director of Policy and Public Affairs, Alex Veitch, said: “This rise in Consumer Prices Index inflation by 9.9% confirms the sustained pressure businesses and consumers have been facing over
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Inflation at Target Raises Rate Cut Hopes
19th June 2024
Responding to the latest inflation data published by ONS, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s data showing CPI easing to the Bank of England’s 2% target, is a further sign that the
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A majority of UK manufacturing exporters are reporting a stark worsening in sales and orders, with indicators showing a substantial drop compared to 2017 and 2018 levels.
21st November 2019
The Quarterly International Trade Outlook for Q3 2019, released by British Chambers of Commerce and DHL today, reveals that indicators for exporting manufacturers in Q3 2019 have undergone large declines, with several key indicators for orders and cashflow now in
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