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Stay informed on what's going on in business and the economy. Our blog includes regular updates, including thought leadership pieces, from the Business West team, British Chambers of Commerce and regional business leaders.

Jones Food Company Brings "Most Advanced" Vertical Farm to the Forest of Dean

James Lloyd-Jones is the man behind the world’s most advanced vertical farm right here in the Forest of Dean at Lydney. In an exclusive interview with Ian Mean, Business West Gloucestershire Director...
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 28.02.24
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BCC Press Release: Empowering Local Economies - A Key To UK Prosperity

The British Chambers of Commerce, of which Business West is a key player, has released its new Local Economy Of The Future report which sets out 16 policies that could transform the UK’s growth...
Eleanor Ferrari
Eleanor Ferrari
Posted on: 20.02.24
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We must reopen rail station axed by Beeching

Good transport links for business are vital if the Gloucestershire economy is to grow. Efficient train and bus services are such an important factor in recruitment which is now such a headache for...
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 16.02.24
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BCC Press Release: Chancellor Must Outline Sustainable Growth Plan

The BCC is calling for the Chancellor to use next month’s Budget to work in partnership with business to develop a sustainable growth plan.
Eleanor Ferrari
Eleanor Ferrari
Posted on: 16.02.24
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Shaping the Economic Narrative: Why Your Voice Matters in the Quarterly Economic Survey

As we navigate the twists and turns of the economic landscape, one thing remains certain: your voice matters. At Business West, we understand the power of data in driving informed decision-making and...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 15.02.24
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BCC Press Release: Inflation Remains a Real Concern for Business

Responding to the latest inflation figures from the ONS, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, of which Business West is a key player, said:  “Businesses need price...
Eleanor Ferrari
Eleanor Ferrari
Posted on: 14.02.24
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Bristol Initiative Members Meet the Green Party: “We’re not all tree hugging hippies who hate business”

Last week, we brought together Bristol Initiative members to meet with Carla Denyer, Green Party Co-Leader and Green Party Councillor for Clifton Down, as well as Tony Dyer, Green Party Councillor...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 14.02.24
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Learning from old hands

Last week I was privileged to attend a special service, in the presence of Her Majesty the Queen in Bath Abbey, to mark the 850th anniversary of the St John’s Foundation. She was accompanied by...
Ian Bell
Ian Bell
Business West
Posted on: 08.02.24
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Have businesses forgotten the S in ESG?

Last week, business leaders from the Bristol Initiative membership came together to discuss ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance. We were kindly hosted by Initiative member and leading UK law...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 07.02.24
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