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Reacting to the announcement by the US President of new 100% US tariffs on pharmaceutical imports, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “This will create fresh uncertainty for the UK’s pharmaceutical companies. However, the Economic Prosperity Deal commits the US to negotiate significantly preferential arrangements for the UK on these levies."
Fiona Parsons
26 September, 2025
Business West
“We congratulate the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority on its compelling proposition for investment and inclusive growth. It provides a clear narrative of what our region could achieve, if we have the right investment.
Matt Griffith
25 September, 2025
Business West
Over a third of SMEs (35%) say they are actively using AI technology, up from 25% in 2024 – according to research by the British Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with Intuit, the global financial technology platform.
Amy Joyce
23 September, 2025
Business West
The recently launched Secure Innovation Security Review (SISR) service is receiving positive recognition from technology-led businesses across the UK. It provides expert, tailored guidance to help businesses review their existing security provisions and take steps to better protect their ideas, technologies and reputation.
James Cortis
22 September, 2025
Business West
The BCC is pleased to announce that Michael Hayman MBE DL, has been appointed to its board as an independent member.
Amy Joyce
18 September, 2025
Business West
We are attending the Labour and the Liberal Democrat party conferences this month, making the case to invest in our region.
Andrea Dell
18 September, 2025
Business West
“UK Preferential Origin”… does this term sound familiar? Preferential origin is complex and contains a web of origin rules and clauses which can be easy to misinterpret. Did you know that in a recent study of ours, around 50% of exporters found the preferential terms of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) difficult to understand? Check out these 10 RED FLAGS to look out for on your commercial invoices and export documents. If any of these strike a chord, get in touch with our team of experts who can help you ensure that your preferential origin claims are compliant for making those cost-saving declarations.
Megan Childs
16 September, 2025
Business West
Responding to the latest labour market data published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said:
Amy Joyce
16 September, 2025
Business West
Commenting on the latest ONS trade data, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “The first month of reduced automotive tariffs has had a positive effect on US exports alongside more certainty on the outlook for other manufactured goods sectors. “But far more work is needed on US tariffs. That means delivering the promised zero percent tariffs on steel and aluminium goods, long term certainty for pharmaceuticals, and securing lower levies on other goods if possible. “The performance of our trade in goods with the EU continued its recent upward trend but the UK-EU reset negotiations need to deliver quickly. Firms are clamouring for cuts to red tape and lower compliance costs. “There is also a warning in the data as services exports cooled off in July reflecting business concerns about wider economic headwinds. The government needs to focus on the fundamentals to boost UK trade. “That means lowering tariffs, removing regulatory barriers, boosting supply chain cooperation, and improving access to export support and finance. The faster, simpler and cheaper trade is for UK companies, the higher our exports will be.”
Fiona Parsons
12 September, 2025
Business West
