Responding to the latest GDP data from the ONS, Alex Veitch Director of Policy and Insights at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today's preliminary estimate, showing GDP failed to grow in Q3, provides further evidence of the difficulties the UK economy faces. Weak growth in...
Reacting to the ONS trade data for Q3 and September 2023, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “Economic woes at home and abroad are weighing heavily upon UK trade. September saw substantial falls in both imports and exports. Total goods trade values across Q3...
Sheffield Chamber of Commerce’s Chief Executive Louisa Harrison-Walker has visited the American state of Missouri as part of a delegation led by South Yorkshire Mayor, Oliver Coppard. The trip’s aim was to start conversations about boosting trade between South Yorkshire and the city of St...
We are very happy to announce the launch of the FCS Charity of the Year 2024 Competition. Would you like to win a cash contribution for your charity? Would you like to access new grant funding streams? Would you benefit from expert grant-writing support? The FCS Charity of the...
Students at Wath Academy are marking Armistice Day with 39 large poppies displayed on the railings outside the academy to depict the 39 alumni who died during World War II, the names of the fallen are listed on large banners as part of the display. Representatives...
The BCC has brought together an extraordinary group of politicians, diplomats, civil servants, businesses and Chambers to push for export growth. They met at the House of Lords this morning to discuss the BCC’s Trade Manifesto, which is supported by logistics company WTA. It sets out...
