BCC press release: Red tape cuts a welcome first step
Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, has reacted to Government plans to cut the thicket of red tape that businesses face.
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Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, has reacted to Government plans to cut the thicket of red tape that businesses face.
A roundup of key highlights from the Bristol Initiative's Autumn QME, including the exclusive fireside chat on the West Innovation Arc and Brabazon with Sebastian Loyn, Director of Planning & Development at YTL Developments, Alex Cobb, Head of Housing & Strategic Planning at the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (WECA), chaired by Andrea Dell, Director of Futures West.
As part of National T Levels Week, we've highlighted the benefits to employers of supporting a T Level placement, plus answered some of the common questions businesses may have.
This month, we’re featuring Impact IT Solutions as our Chamber Member of the Month, and we caught up with them about their business, their experience as a member and their decision to sponsor our recent Meet the Neighbours networking lunch, in partnership with Somerset Chamber of Commerce.
The latest UK trade figures show a disappointing August for British exporters, with goods exports falling following July's encouraging growth. A sharp decline in exports to the EU was the main reason behind the fall, although trade with countries outside the EU showed a small increase.
Social Economy West has supported over 220 organisations in the West of England since 2024. Learn more about the impact this support had on the organisations involved and the sector as a whole.
International trade is changing fast, bringing new opportunities and fresh challenges. At the Trade Facilitation Forum 2026, Business West colleagues joined experts from across the Chamber network to explore emerging trade agreements, new border requirements and the future of Chamber trade services. Discover the key insights from the event and how Chambers are developing their support to help businesses trade internationally with greater confidence.
Matt Griffith, Business West’s Director of Policy, explains how his team represents members, uses evidence to help shape policy, and works with partners to drive investment and long-term growth.
Founded by former Dyson senior employees Josh Eggleston and Ed Shelton, find out how accessing the right support at the right time helped Bristol-based innovation-led medtech company huru to grow significantly and forge new important partnerships overseas.