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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.

Using Certificates of Origin for exporting to the USA

Interim guidance from Business West on using Certificates of Origin for exporting to the USA - April 2025 Following recent developments around US import tariffs, we want to provide some clarification...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 24.04.25
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Latest BCC updates on US Tariffs

Latest updates from British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) on US Tariffs. Business West is one of the largest Chambers of Commerce in the UK, and we work closely with the BCC.
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 22.04.25
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BCC Press Release: Businesses eager for tariff advice

More than 650 businesses have attended a webinar held by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) to get more detail on US tariffs. Business West is working closely with British Chambers of Commerce on...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 10.04.25
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BCC Press Release: Extent of US tariff impact revealed 

A snap poll, by the British Chambers of Commerce award-winning Insights Unit, of more than 600 business has revealed the extent to which UK firms expect to be hit by US tariffs.
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 07.04.25
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Customs Update: Spring 2025 Edition

The latest customs updates from our customs agent and consultant, Nathan Hoyle. Spring 2025 edition.
Nathan Hoyle
Nathan Hoyle
Posted on: 07.04.25
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What do US Tariffs mean for UK exporters – and where else can you trade?

After weeks of speculation, UK exporters finally have clarity: a blanket 10% tariff will now apply to many goods heading to the United States. While some businesses may feel relieved to have a clear...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 03.04.25
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BCC Press Release: US Tariffs To Hit UK Economy

Reacting to news of a 10% tariff on all UK exports to the US and higher tariffs for other countries, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Government has kept a cool head so far...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 03.04.25
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Springing Ahead with ATA Carnet Progress

Business West ATA Carnet update from Hilary Rossborough, Compliance Manager. As spring unfolds, it's the perfect time to reflect on recent milestones and exciting developments in our ATA Carnet...
Hilary Rossborough
Hilary Rossborough
Business West
Posted on: 01.04.25
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BCC Press Release: UK firms show resilience in more difficult trading world

UK Trade in January 2025 Total UK exports in goods and services rose by 2.8% in the first month of the year, with goods exports up by 3.5% on this measure, and services exports up by 2.3% month on...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 28.03.25
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