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Apprenticeship Plans Must Provide Opportunities for All
25th September 2024
Reacting to further detail on the announcement of reforms to the apprenticeship system in England, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Skills shortages continue to be a major concern for businesses and a
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BCC Reacts to Prime Minister’s Conference Speech
24th September 2024
Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “The Prime Minister rightly set out the importance of stabilising and growing the economy during his speech. Businesses stand ready to work in partnership with Government to reach those
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BCC reacts to Chancellor’s speech
24th September 2024
Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “It was encouraging to hear the Chancellor recognising the huge potential of British business to grow the economy and her ambition to make that happen. “Today’s speech has set the
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Civic Agreement for Surrey – Surrey County Council and universities Building a thriving future for all through shared commitment to action.
23rd September 2024
Surrey County Council, in partnership with Surrey’s three leading universities – Royal Holloway, University of London; University for the Creative Arts; and the University of Surrey – is proud to announce the launch of a new Civic Agreement for Surrey.
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Are you, or would you like to nominate, a property developer with an office or project based in Surrey?
23rd September 2024
We are the organisers of the most important ‘business event of the year’ in the region, the Surrey Business Awards and we have a very exciting category for 2024 – Property Developer of the Year. This award recognises a property developer, with an
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Cautious Approach on Rates Continues
23rd September 2024
Reacting to the Bank of England’s decision to hold the interest rate at 5%, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s decision by the MPC to hold the interest rate at 5% is
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Headline Inflation Steady But Volatility Remains
18th September 2024
Reacting to the latest ONS data on inflation, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “With CPI remaining steady in August at 2.2%, headline inflation continues to move into slightly calmer waters. However, some
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Amazon Filters shortlisted for three Surrey Business Awards
17th September 2024
Process filter maker Amazon Filters has been shortlisted for three coveted awards that celebrate business growth and success. As a triple finalist at the Surrey Business Awards 2024, the Camberley-based supplier of filters and housings for critical industrial processes worldwide
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COOPER PARRY WELCOMES NEW AUDIT PARTNER IN LONDON
17th September 2024
COOPER PARRY WELCOMES NEW AUDIT PARTNER IN LONDON Nick Campbell Lambert adds significant audit and corporate CFO experience to the rebels of accountancy’s fast-moving plans. Hot on the trail of 8 acquisitions in 16 months, Cooper Parry (CP) has announced
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Services and Digital Trade ‘Key To Boosting Exports’
13th September 2024
The British Chambers of Commerce has endorsed the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) focus on services and digital trade as key priorities. The BCC was part of a record-size UK delegation to the WTO Public Forum in Geneva, last week.
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CHILLS & THRILLS GUARANTEED THIS DECEMBER!
12th September 2024
Join us this Christmas for a brand new Murder Mystery, brought to you by the same creative behind last year’s Boeing, Boeing, Gone! It’s December 1922 and the body of Lady Amy Montague has been found at the foot of the grand staircase. As
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Amazon Filters team members prepare for Twilight Runway Challenge
12th September 2024
Team members at Amazon Filters are limbering up to run, walk, cycle, hop, skateboard or scoot up to 10km around the runway of Blackbushe Airport in aid of a charity challenge. The Surrey-based filter manufacturer is supporting the Twilight Runway