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With nearly 30 years at Business West, Catherine Stephens reflects on a career dedicated to helping UK businesses trade internationally. Recently awarded Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade, she shares insights on leadership, global trade challenges, and the people-focused approach behind successful exporting.
Amy Drummond
9 April, 2026
Business West
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) finds that nearly three-quarters of UK businesses are still struggling to recruit in early 2026, with persistent skills shortages and high labour costs continuing to pressure SMEs despite modest expectations for workforce growth.
Amy Joyce
8 April, 2026
Business West
Spring has finally arrived and the International Trade Services Team continue to keep trade moving with ATA Carnets and export documents. Our Carnet team has seen an increase in applications so far this year, although trade to the Middle East has slowed due to the current situation affecting shipping routes.
Helen Hodgson
5 April, 2026
Business West
Last month, members of our International Trade team attended the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), Driving International Trade Conference, bringing back valuable insights, perspectives and practical takeaways to support our customers navigating today’s fast-changing trade landscape.
Fiona Parsons
3 April, 2026
Business West
Businesses of all types, sizes and sectors across the South West and UK are having to cope with eye-watering cost increases fuelled by global energy price hikes. Find out how digital technology could help your business better manage the problem and relieve some of the pressure on your cash flow.
Mark Williams
1 April, 2026
Business West
Keeping up with the pace of change when running a business is a relentless challenge, especially when it comes to technology. Most UK SMEs aren’t facing one technology challenge – they’re juggling several at once. So, what are the most common SME tech challenges and how can you best negotiate them?
Mark Williams
25 March, 2026
Business West
Senior leaders at the Bristol Initiative roundtable, with Proctor + Stevenson, explored what drives client acquisition and retention in a digital world, focusing on adapting strategies to engage increasingly informed buyers.
Amy Joyce
24 March, 2026
Business West
An interview with accounting expert Ben Steele exploring why digital accounting is becoming essential, the barriers small businesses face, and how cloud tools can save time, improve efficiency, and prepare for Making Tax Digital.
Joshua Porter
24 March, 2026
Business West
Last week, The Business West John Savage Award for Improved Opportunity celebrated two exceptional students - Fareed Rahimi and Ray - whose determination and ambition truly embody the spirit of the award.
Phil Smith
19 March, 2026
Business West
