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Reacting to the ONS GDP figures for February, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said: “Although today's GDP figures indicate the UK economy continues to technically avoid a recession, it’s now clear
Reacting to the ONS GDP figures for February, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC,...
As businesses face an 85% decrease in energy support from tomorrow, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has highlighted the need for an energy support contingency plan, and is calling for increased, targeted help
As businesses face an 85% decrease in energy support from tomorrow, the British Chambers of Commerce...
“Today’s decision to increase the interest rate indicates the Bank are still pursuing strong action following yesterday’s surprise rise in inflation. Record high inflation remains the top issue of concern for SMEs, and it
“Today’s decision to increase the interest rate indicates the Bank are still pursuing strong action following...
An unexpected rise in the CPI rate to 10.4% indicates that the UK economy is still in the midst of a stubborn peak. The main drivers of inflation - restaurants and hotels, food, and
An unexpected rise in the CPI rate to 10.4% indicates that the UK economy is still...
“Once again Government has failed to understand that the energy crisis for businesses and households are two sides of the same coin. Extending the Energy Bills Relief Scheme for households is hugely welcomed, but
“Once again Government has failed to understand that the energy crisis for businesses and households are...
“The Chancellor has acted to address the unfilled jobs blighting our economy. It is especially good to see the help on childcare and for over 50s workers. The plans for full capital expensing are
“The Chancellor has acted to address the unfilled jobs blighting our economy. It is especially good...
The renewed commitments to tackling climate change, sustainable development, and economic empowerment of women are all welcome in the Review. On Europe, it takes account of the impact of the War in Ukraine, for
The renewed commitments to tackling climate change, sustainable development, and economic empowerment of women are all...
UK economy should avoid a technical recession but shrink by 0.3% in 2023, before returning to growth in 2024; inflation will slow to 5% by Q4 2023. But the economy will not currently return
UK economy should avoid a technical recession but shrink by 0.3% in 2023, before returning to...
The BCC has long been calling for a negotiated solution to the trading difficulties caused by the initial version of the protocol.
The BCC has long been calling for a negotiated solution to the trading difficulties caused by...
The BCC is calling on the Chancellor to use his Spring Budget to relieve cost and recruitment pressures on business as new research shows: Two thirds of businesses (65%) plan to raise prices due
The BCC is calling on the Chancellor to use his Spring Budget to relieve cost and...