Fenland
Brexit At Three: Fresh Trade Challenges Growing
A new survey by the BCC’s Insights Unit of 733 businesses (97% SMEs) shows the…
Businesses say hybrid working is here to stay
New research by the British Chambers of Commerce Insights Unit and technology firm Cisco, shows…
Growth Problem remains as the Year Ends
Responding to the latest GDP data from the ONS, David Bharier, Head of Research at…
Iconic Innovation Hub could help Harwich become beacon for the future of clean energy
An iconic multi-million-pound innovation hub should be established in Harwich to support the town’s progress…
Business community unites in show of strength for East West Rail
Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce and route-wide counterparts underline ‘strong support’ for EWR they say is…
Business Council Focuses On Workforce Issues
Workforce issues were the focus of the BCC’s second Business Council meeting, held this morning,…
The Princess Royal opens new state-of-the-art training centre in Chatteris
Princess Anne was in Fenland (29 November) to officially open a state-of-the-art engineering training centre.…
Investment In Skills Vital As Vacancies Continue To Fall
Responding to the latest Labour Market figures from the ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of…
BCC Economic Forecast: Economic Growth Stuck in a Rut
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has marginally upgraded its 2023 and 2024 GDP forecast…
Chamber Network reacts to Labour’s Small Business Plan
Reacting to the publication of Labour’s small business plan, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the…
Businesses still struggling to understand Net-Zero Target
On the eve of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28) in Dubai, a…
UK Engineering Supply Chain Show offers the opportunities for companies to reshore production
The skills, capabilities and high-quality workmanship present in the UK’s engineering and manufacturing supply chains…
Red Tape, Regulation & Costs Holding Back Exports
Almost half (49%) of businesses say current customs checks and declarations are a barrier to…
Businesses Still Struggling To Understand Net-Zero Target
On the eve of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28) in Dubai, a…
BCC welcomes new support to get people into work
Responding to the Government plans to boost four key employment support services, Alex Veitch, Director…
Chamber CEOs tell Chancellor ‘Now is the time to talk investment’
The Chief Executives of 37 Chambers, representing over 35,000 businesses, have called on the Chancellor…
Leading recruiter to showcase ‘new way of working’ at B2B event
After an absence of four years, one of the region’s most prestigious business events is…
GDP figures underline the need for a bold Autumn Statement
Responding to the latest GDP data from the ONS, Alex Veitch Director of Policy and Insights…
Labour Market cooling but no respite for business
Responding to the latest Labour Market from the ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public…
UK Trade Falls In September As Global Economy Falters
Reacting to the ONS trade data for Q3 and September 2023, William Bain, BCC Head…