BCC: Simplifying planning rules would go a long way to boost rural coverage
27th August 2019
Commenting on the government announcement on proposals to simplify planning rules to improve rural mobile coverage, Mike Spicer, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “We’ve been calling on the new government to prioritise the introduction
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Zan Life Coaching Reimagines Wellness and Life Mastery in 2024 Relaunch
12th March 2024
In 2024, Zan Life Coaching, initially founded by Suzanne Jenkins in 2022, is set to re-emerge with a revitalised focus on mental well-being and mastering the art of living. Suzanne Jenkins, with her 14 years of dedication to mental health charity
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Businesses Representing All Areas Of UK Economy Offer Government Help Designing New Immigration System
24th January 2020
Open letter to Home Secretary published days ahead of Migration Advisory Committee report The UK’s five largest business organisations (BCC, CBI, FSB, IOD & MakeUK) – and around 30 trade associations, from hoteliers to universities, employing millions of people –
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BCC Welcomes Government Support for Businesses on Energy Bills
8th September 2022
Reacting to the Prime Minister’s announcement on a cap for businesses’ energy bills, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The BCC welcomes this quick and positive intervention from Government. It is clear the new Prime Minister has listened to
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BCC Welcomes Fresh Tack On EU Regulation Reform
11th May 2023
Reacting to news of planned changes to the Government approach on EU regulation reform, Jane Gratton, Head of People Policy at the BCC, said: “Firms will breathe a huge sigh of relief that steps are being taken to
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BCC responds to proposed planning reforms
6th August 2020
Responding to the publication of the government’s Planning for the Future white paper and associated consultation, BCC Head of People Policy Jane Gratton said: “Businesses will welcome efforts to accelerate the planning and development of new homes, business premises and
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Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 28th November 2022
28th November 2022
Budget reaction The Chancellor stayed true to his word in focusing on financial stability and targeting support for the most vulnerable in society. But in the teeth of a recession, this statement has not increased business confidence. Businesses welcomed support with business rates, and retention of the employment allowance, although the reduction in the dividend allowance will impact many smaller firms.
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Looking for a Job? We can help
15th October 2020
If you’re currently unemployed, facing redundancy or looking to get back into work, we can help. We are offering residents a free skills for employment scheme or online ‘job club’ run by local experts the Stuart Mitchell Group. The sessions
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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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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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Net Zero Change Pivotal to UK Plc’s Competitiveness
14th June 2023
Business says a partnership with Government is vital to meet the UK’s commitment to be Net Zero by 2050. The proposal is a centrepiece of a new report from business leaders which recommends how we successfully transition to a
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HMRC accelerates 95,000 firms onto simplified import procedures
15th October 2019
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has automatically registered 95,000 businesses for its simplified import procedures allowing most traders up to six months to pay import duties and submit customs declarations, if the UK leaves the EU without a deal
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61% Increase in Youth Homelessness in Sussex since Covid-19 Lockdown
17th September 2020
Family breakdown is a leading cause of youth homelessness and pressure created by COVID-19 has drastically increased the number of vulnerable young people presenting as homeless in Sussex and Surrey. Since March, YMCA DownsLink Group, who provide supported accommodation and
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SURREY BUSINESS NEWS: Economic risk from cyber breaches rising fast
17th June 2025
Large businesses in Surrey are increasingly exposed to cyberattacks, with fresh data showing a clear link between company size and breach frequency – but experts are warning that smaller firms may be dangerously underestimating the threat. According to the latest
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BCC comments on PM statement
22nd May 2019
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s statement, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Businesses need concrete outcomes to plan for the future. In the absence of parliamentary consensus on either the Withdrawal Agreement or
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BCC IN-DEPTH BUDGET RESPONSE: Measures Unlikely to Shift Dial on Business Investment
16th March 2023
Giving her full reaction to today’s spring budget, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “The Chancellor has acted to address the unfilled jobs blighting our economy. It is especially good to see the help on childcare and for
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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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East Sussex firefighters pass vote of no confidence in fire service leadership
19th June 2024
Firefighters in East Sussex have unanimously passed a motion of no confidence in the senior leadership team of East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, at a meeting of the East Sussex Fire Brigades Union brigade committee. The committee is
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BCC reacts to latest GDP and trade figures
12th March 2021
Commenting on GDP figures for January 2021 published today by the ONS, BCC Head of Economics, Suren Thiru, said: “The latest data confirms a better than expected start to the year for the UK economy as the third lockdown and post-Brexit border disruption combined to trigger only a relatively modest decline
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The Hogs Back Hotel: Life During Lockdown
20th July 2020
The end of March 2020 is a time no one will forget – we all have our own lockdown journeys. At this time Surya Hotels took the bold decision to keep the majority of our hotels open to support key
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