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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
There are many myths 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 hosted a series of three events to challenge misconceptions and inform students of the reality of working in this industry.
Louise Holland
17 December, 2025
Business West
This month, we spoke to Jane Guy from The Bristol Hotel about her role, plans for the busy festive period and the benefits of being a Business West Chambers of Commerce member.
Amy Joyce
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. 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
In this BCC press release, William Bain, British Chambers of Commerce Head of Trade Policy, comments on to the EU’s decision on de minimis exemptions and new customs duties from 1 July 2026.
Fiona Parsons
12 December, 2025
Business West
Despite economic uncertainty, 2025 has been a phenomenal year for innovation-led businesses in the South West. Innovate UK Business Growth, delivered by Business West in the South West, has once again been instrumental in enabling innovators to access vital support, manage their innovation efficiently, and achieve sustainable growth.
Tara Gillam
10 December, 2025
Business West
