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  • BCC forecast: UK economy remains subdued despite uplift from strong global growth
    19th March 2018

    The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has today (Monday) upgraded its growth expectations for the UK economy, raising its forecast for GDP from 1.1% to 1.4% in 2018 and from 1.3% to 1.5% for 2019, and its first forecasts for

  • BCC comments on inflation figures
    20th March 2018

    Commenting on the inflation statistics for February 2018, published today by the Office for National Statistics, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: The drop-in price growth in February was more than expected and

  • Do you go out in Guildford town centre in the evening?
    19th March 2018

    We want to know what you think. Working in partnership with Experience Guildford we would like to find out what you think in a public consultation about going out in the town centre in the evening and night time. This

  • BCC: Business welcomes milestone agreement on Brexit transition period
    19th March 2018

    Commenting on the agreement of a ‘status quo’ transition period by UK and EU27 Brexit negotiators, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This is a milestone that many businesses across the UK have been

  • Spelthorne responds to Heathrow consultation
    19th March 2018

    Spelthorne Borough Council’s comprehensive response to Heathrow’s consultation will be discussed at a Cabinet meeting on Wednesday 21 March. The Council is expected to reiterate its support, in principle, for Heathrow expansion because of the potential economic benefits and opportunities

  • Locals in Guildford now have access to new high quality specialist eye care and surgery led by a team of experienced Consultants.
    15th March 2018

    Based within BMI Mount Alvernia Hospital, Eye Care Surrey is a new comprehensive centre for private eye health and eye surgery in the area. The new advanced facility is the result of a significant investment by BMI Healthcare. Eye Care

  • £2000 raised for the Reigate Business Guild at local quiz night!
    15th March 2018

    On Thursday 9th March Reigate Manor played host to a curry and quiz night to raise funds for the Christmas lights put on by The Reigate Business Guild. The evening was extremely well attended with quiz goers joining in from

  • BCC reacts to Chancellor’s Spring Statement
    14th March 2018

    Commenting on the Spring Statement, delivered today (Tuesday) by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Businesses will be encouraged by the Chancellor’s report on the UK’s fiscal health, with

  • Exporter Update Notice – Turkey
    13th March 2018

      Notification regarding Certificates of Origin for Turkey We have been made aware that the Turkish customs authority have issued a notice, effective from the 28th February 2018, that for certain goods where in their opinion, there is insufficient evidence

  • Strong senior hires at Menzies in Leatherhead
    13th March 2018

    Top 20 accountancy firm, Menzies LLP, has welcomed two new senior hires to its Leatherhead office. Previously based in the capital, experienced specialists David Boyce and Chris Gillman have been recruited to strengthen the firm’s private client offering in the

  • May Half Term at the Lightbox: Picasso Week
    12th March 2018

    30 May – 1 June Come to The Lightbox gallery and museum in Woking this May half term for a week of Picasso-themed arts and craft activities for children and families. Coinciding with the exhibition ‘Picasso: Paper & Clay’, workshops

  • Dividend Allowance reduction to have wide impact
    12th March 2018

    The tax rules surrounding dividends have changed drastically in recent years. The tax- free Dividend Allowance has dropped from £5,000 to £2,000 per annum from April 2018. This change could have a significant impact on many, whether you own shares