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Half of businesses surveyed say that Brexit is making it difficult to decide whether to import or export, hampering British trade Volatility of sterling is also causing concern BCC has long been calling for clarity for business on the practical

Commenting on the inflation statistics for September 2018, published today by the Office for National Statistics, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:   “Inflation slowed for the first time since April, with food

Commenting on the labour market figures for October 2018, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:   “With UK employment high by historic standards and unemployment continuing to fall, the latest figures paint

Elmbridge Borough Council welcomed representatives of the Brooklands Museum to the Civic Centre on 3 October.  The Museum had arranged a unique demonstration showcasing the famous Napier Railton car. Built in 1933, this famous vehicle set the all-time speed record

We have just acquired two properties in the Bedford Wharf area to help advance our plans to regenerate Guildford town center. Leader of the Council, Cllr Paul Spooner, says: “I am very pleased to announce that the Council has just

A Surrey healthcare company is hoping fans of Aldershot Town will support their bid to raise awareness of Type 2 diabetes.   Woking-based GlucoRx, a major supplier of quality diabetes products to the NHS has already struck a deal to sponsor

Thanks to funding from the Big Lottery Fund, a new project called ‘Spelthorne Rentstart Extra’ has been launched to help people with multiple and complex needs into suitable rental accommodation.   Building upon a previous project funded by the homeless

Existing and start-up businesses in the borough will benefit from a new, free advice and support service from Guildford Borough Council in partnership with Enterprise M3 Growth Hub and BE Group. The service is called Guildford Business Growth and launches

Commenting on the latest tranche of technical notices to advise businesses in the event of a no-deal Brexit, Hannah Essex, Co-Executive Director at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:   “Firms will welcome the additional information provided in the

Plans to update and replace Walnut Bridge were approved at a meeting of the Planning Committee last night. One of a number of innovative projects within Guildford Town Centre’s Sustainable Transport package, the new bridge will encourage walking and cycling

The Guildford Innovation Awards are now on the horizon, with the ceremony to be held at Guildhall on the 3rd December. This year, Guildford Borough Council want to really promote innovation throughout the borough and maximise submissions to the awards

Ten local organisations and individuals have been recognised for their dedication to making the borough a more accessible place for all at this year’s Mayor’s Awards for Access. The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford Museum and Guildford Library were among those