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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.

UK Goods Trade Struggling For Impact

Responding to the latest ONS Trade figures published this morning, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “The first quarter of 2024 shows the challenges UK...
Mia Thorne
Mia Thorne
Business West
Posted on: 13.05.24
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Saudi Arabia and the Philippines join the ATA Carnet Scheme

Saudi Arabia joins the ATA Carnet scheme on 1st June 2024 and the Philippines joins on 15th July 2024
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 03.05.24
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Business West Celebrates Peru’s Entry into ATA Carnet Scheme

Today at Leigh Court, Business West celebrated Peru’s inclusion into the ATA Carnet scheme with a Peru-themed event. ATA Carnets streamline the temporary export process for goods and equipment,...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 30.04.24
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Celebrating excellence: Business West wins Best Industry Champion at national Digital Trade Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Business West's International Trade team won Best Industry Champion at the International Chambers of Commerce and Centre for Digital Trade and Innovation Trade Awards...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 19.04.24
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BCC Press Release: Bold Thinking Needed To Keep UK At Top Table

The British Chambers of Commerce, of which Business West is a key player, has launched its Global Britain Challenge report to boost exports and channel overseas investment into the UK.  Among the 28...
Eleanor Ferrari
Eleanor Ferrari
Posted on: 27.03.24
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Digital trade: a step into the world of FTAs, preferential rules of origin & Genesis

In the ever-evolving landscape of global trade, staying ahead means embracing digital innovation. With an astounding 361 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) worldwide, the complexity of navigating these...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 26.03.24
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BCC Press Release: Weak Start To 2024 For UK Exports

Responding to the latest Office for National Statistics data on UK trade for January, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, of which Business West is a key player,...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 15.03.24
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Business West attends BCC Trade Facilitation Forum

Recently, two of my colleagues and I attended the British Chamber of Commerce (BCC) Trade Facilitation Forum – the first since the COVID pandemic. The forum brings Chamber colleagues from across the...
Beth Rice
Beth Rice
Posted on: 11.03.24
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Celebrating International Women's Day 2024 with women in international trade

As International Women's Day (IWD) approaches on Friday, March 8th, we embrace the theme of 'Inspire Inclusion.' In celebration of this significant occasion, we've engaged with two inspiring women...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 04.03.24
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