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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.

Launch of Hydrogen South West consortium to accelerate the transition to a net zero future

A group of nine leading organisations covering aerospace, shipping, hi-tech engineering and public utilities have come together to launch Hydrogen South West, a partnership which will create an...
Posted on: 21.06.22
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The HR essentials all startups must consider

Creating and starting your own company takes plenty of hard work, bravery and determination to keep things going, especially when it can take time for things to take off. Bringing your products or...
Dakota Murphey
Dakota Murphey
Posted on: 17.06.22
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Will the four day week work?

Ian Mean discusses whether the four day week will work for business.
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 17.06.22
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Business West responds to increase in interest rates

Commenting on today’s interest rate decision by the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee, Phil Smith, Managing Director of Business West, said: “The government’s decision to raise interest...
Posted on: 16.06.22
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How can you promote positive mental health in the workplace?

We speak to co-founder of Team Doctor, Rosie Runciman about the importance of mental wellbeing in the workplace.
Posted on: 10.06.22
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Major Supply Chain Issues Faced By Today's Businesses

Having a streamlined supply chain is an important part of being able to run effectively for businesses of all sizes.
Dakota Murphey
Dakota Murphey
Posted on: 10.06.22
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Will Stroud Council's Levelling Up plan get the green light?

Ian Mean asks if Stroud's Levelling Up plan will get the go ahead
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 10.06.22
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British Chambers of Commerce forecast testing times for business as quarterly growth dries up

The British Chambers of Commerce, of which Business West is a key member of has downgraded its expectations for UK GDP growth for 2022 to 3.5% (from 3.6%) against a deteriorating economic outlook...
Posted on: 09.06.22
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Big Tent Ideas Festival is coming to Bristol – but what’s in it for businesses?

We at Business West are delighted to be partnering with the Big Tent Ideas Festival that is coming to Bristol next week. Taking place in Queen Square on 11th June, the festival hopes to provide a...
Victoria Matthews
Victoria Matthews
Business West
Posted on: 01.06.22
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