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Confidence among firms has continued to weaken, with tax remaining the biggest concern, according to the UK’s largest business sentiment survey. The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Survey also found more businesses now expect to raise prices in 2026.
Amy Joyce
5 January, 2026
Business West
A new survey by the BCC’s Insights Unit of 989 businesses (96% SMEs) shows EU trade is becoming increasingly difficult, and this year’s reset needs to continue at real pace in 2026 to deliver vital deals for businesses.
Fiona Parsons
23 December, 2025
Business West
Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said:
Amy Joyce
18 December, 2025
Business West
At Business West, we’re proud to support a diverse network of businesses and organisations, from ambitious start-ups to established firms and charities, all working to make our region stronger and more connected.
Amy Joyce
17 December, 2025
Business West
There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding careers in the health and social care sector such as low pay, it being a female dominated environment and that it only includes personal care. In partnership with City of Bristol College, our Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) team has hosted a series of three events to break down these barriers and inform students of the reality of working in this industry.
Louise Holland
17 December, 2025
Business West
As we reach the end of another whirlwind year in international trade, I’ve found myself reflecting on just how much our team and our businesses have achieved together. If there’s one thing 2025 has proved, it’s that international trade is always changing. Tariffs fluctuate, rules develop, systems upgrade, and new opportunities appear in unexpected places. Throughout it all, our purpose remains the same: to help businesses trade confidently and compliantly.
Catherine Stephens
15 December, 2025
Business West
As our Managing Director, Phil Smith, steps down after more than thirty years at Business West, we sat down to talk about the organisation he helped shape, the journey that brought him here, and the lessons learned along the way.
Amy Drummond
15 December, 2025
Business West
The Bristol Old Vic provided an evocative backdrop for December’s Bristol Initiative Members’ Evening. Members gathered in the historic Bristol landmark, first opened in 1766, to explore how the region can build a skills system capable of meeting its economic ambitions for the decade ahead.
Anonymous Author
15 December, 2025
Business West
New EU Customs Duties To Hit Small Businesses
Fiona Parsons
12 December, 2025
Business West
