Business News

Spring Budget must help alleviate pressure on concerningly tight labour market

14 March in Business News

Reacting to the latest ONS Labour Market figures, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said: “Today’s ONS figures provide further evidence of historic tightness in the labour market. Despite a slight fall, there are still over 1.12 million vacancies across the UK. This confirms...

BCC WELCOMES SUPPLY CHAIN AND TRADE FOCUS IN INTEGRATED REVIEW

14 March in Business News

Reacting to the publication of the 2023 Integrated Review, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said:    “The renewed commitments to tackling climate change, sustainable development, and economic empowerment of women are all welcome in the Review.    “On Europe, the Refresh takes account of the...

BCC launches three – year gender equity campaign based on stark research findings

08 March in Business News, Chamber News, International Womens Day

Two thirds (67%) of women who have had childcare responsibilities in the last 10 years felt they missed out on career progression as a result More than eight in ten (86%) women disagree that there is sufficient support for people with caring responsibilities...

Unlock New Business Opportunities at the Chamber Means Business Expo!

02 March in Business News, Chamber News

Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of our upcoming business expo, Chamber Means Business, sponsored by South Yorkshire-based businesses KAT Communications Ltd and KCM Waste Management, taking place on Thursday, 21st September taking place at the New York Stadium...

Ben Bailey Homes joins Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce

24 February in Business News, Chamber News

One of the best known names in the South Yorkshire property business is making a strong return as it becomes a member of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce. Launched in 1937 by Ben Bailey himself, Mexborough-based Ben Bailey Homes was Yorkshire's largest independent house builder,...

Networking meets Nostalgia, Business Event at Retro Arcade Scores Big!

24 February in Business News, Chamber News

On February 23rd, the Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce hosted a truly unique business networking event at the Retrodome, the unique retro games arcade in Barnsley. Professionals from all industries gathered at this nostalgic venue for an afternoon of connection, fun, and nostalgia. Upon arrival,...