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The majority of SMEs are still not using artificial intelligence, despite a growing acceptance by businesses that it will help boost productivity. Research carried out by the British Chambers of Commerce Insights Unit in partnership with specialist recruiter Pertemps Network

Reacting to the launch of the Pathways Into Employment report and plans for a new Government White Paper, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the BCC, said:   “The Government is right to focus on getting more people

Responding to the launch of Skills England, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the BCC, said: “The UK economy has a pervasive skills and productivity problem that stretches back long before the pandemic and Brexit. “Skills shortages ramp

A new Government, Brexit, and ‘Brand Britain’ – what would you say to the new Prime Minister? With a new Government in place, your business voice has never been more important. The British Chambers of Commerce Network campaigns – and

As we continue to make good progress with our works, we are writing to let you know about three planned closures we need to put in place. These closures are to enable Affinity Water to undertake water main works and

Surrey-based consultancy Enigma Strategic Communications continues to shine, picking up ‘Businessperson of the year’ at the coveted Central South Business Awards 2024. This is in addition to having already been recognised with a ‘Creative Entrepreneur of the year’ accolade at the Great

Reacting to the latest ONS data on inflation, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said:    “Today’s data indicating a 2% increase in the CPI rate shows the UK is exiting its three-year inflation crisis and makes a

The South East had the second highest investment value by region in 2023 at £866m The region also had the second highest number of announced equity deals Oxford continues to be globally competitive in life sciences investments home to 5.0% of European

Director General of the BCC, Shevaun Haviland, has urged the next Government to stop treading on eggshells around trade with the EU if it wants to grow the UK economy. She will make the plea at the British Chambers of

The Royal Association for Deaf people (RAD) and Professional Training Solutions (Pro-train/PTS) today announce their partnership to accelerate the advancement of deaf people. This collaboration aims to enhance access to high quality BSL training and the development of highly skilled

There were scenes of joy, plenty of emotions and congratulations galore at this year’s Runnymede Business Awards which took place at Royal Holloway, University of London. The awards event brought together dozens of businesses as well as support organisations to

Whilst many women will automatically avoid exercise during their period, experts believe doing the right exercises will help reduce or relieve period cramps and combat pain and fatigue.  Bobbie Butters, a Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science representing Mirafit says,