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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.

South West unemployment on the rise

The latest data released by the Office for National Statistics found that South West unemployment increased by 8,000 in the three months to May 2016.
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 20.07.16
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Swindon and Wiltshire economy shows sign of growth after disappointing first quarter

Business West's latest survey of over 170 businesses has found that the Swindon and Wiltshire economy showed signs of growth before the EU Referendum. However, most indicators remain below levels...
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 18.07.16
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Gloucestershire firms buck national trend with increased sales and recruitment

Business West's latest survey of businesses has found that Gloucestershire firms saw increases in sales and recruitment in May and June. This bucked both the wider South West and national trend which...
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 18.07.16
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South West Expo a steaming success

Over 1000 business people visited the STEAM Museum on Thursday 30th June for the South West Expo. The event gave attendees the chance to hear from over 120 exhibitors, meet like minded businesses at...
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 07.07.16
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Brexit - What does it mean for Gloucestershire businesses?

What happened in Gloucestershire really reflected the national trend to vote for Brexit with most of our county voting to leave.
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 01.07.16
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Business reaction to the West of England devolution decision

Bristol City Council, Bath and North East Somerset Council and South Gloucestershire Council have all voted to press ahead with the West of England devolution deal.
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 30.06.16
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South West businesses call for stability, clarity and action

Commenting on the statement made by the Chancellor George Osborne following the UK's decision to leave the EU, Phil Smith Managing Director of Business West, said: "Businesses across Gloucestershire...
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 27.06.16
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Business West Reaction to the EU Referendum

After a long and often acrimonious campaign the UK public has chosen to leave the European Union. This is a historical decision.
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 24.06.16
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Just a week to go until the South West Expo

With just a week to wait until the South West Expo, the full schedule has now been released to whet the appetite of businesses across the South West. South West Business & Community Expo is...
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 23.06.16
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