BCC reaction to Prime Minister’s conference speech
29/09/09 | 16:17
Reacting to Gordon Brown’s speech to the Labour Party Conference today, David Frost, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:
"As we emerge from the worst recession since World War II, businesses must be given the freedom to create much-needed wealth and jobs. Business must not be caught up in the rush to regulate the excesses of the banks.
“While we support some of the Prime Minister's commitments, such as investment in innovation, guaranteed minimum wage rises and higher National Insurance contributions for employers will hinder Britain's return to growth."
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Media Contact:
Sam Turvey
Tel: 020 7654 5813
Email: s.turvey@britishchambers.org.uk
Notes to Editors:
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is the National Voice of Local Business.
The BCC sits at the heart of a powerful nationwide network of Accredited Chambers of Commerce serving business across the UK, which employ over five million people.