The Growing Together Alliance’s House of Commons Reception
We were pleased to represent our region at last week’s Growing Together Alliance's House of Commons reception, hosted by Business South and Deloitte.
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We were pleased to represent our region at last week’s Growing Together Alliance's House of Commons reception, hosted by Business South and Deloitte.
The BCC warns that minor business rates adjustments fall far short of what firms need. With rising costs and stalled investment, businesses are calling for deeper reform to create a fairer, more supportive system that strengthens growth and protects high‑street and commercial viability.
As part of International Day of Education (23rd January), we’re proud to feature Hartpury University and Hartpury College as our Chamber Member of the Month, recognising their commitment to education, skills development and strong links with industry.
The DBT's Digital Adoption: Rapid Evidence Review (2024) found using cloud computing, CRM, ERP or other software can boost SME productivity by 7%–18% per technology. That’s an incredible increase, one that's affordable and achievable. So, why are so many small firms failing to make the most of digital technology?
UK businesses face growing uncertainty as the US signals fresh tariff hikes. New BCC data shows many firms are exposed and already preparing for impact, while industry leaders urge calm negotiation, contingency planning and swift government support to protect exporters in the weeks ahead.
Occasionally we like to shine the spotlight on our members, and in this case one of the members of the Bristol Initiative. We sat down with Ben Daniels, Partner and Bristol Location Head, DAC Beachcroft.
Despite hiring problems easing, fewer firms are expecting to grow their workforce in early 2026, according to the latest data from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).
UK exports showed mixed momentum in November, with goods sales to the EU rising but services stalling and US demand weakening. As global conditions soften and tariff uncertainty lingers, the BCC urges government action to cut trade barriers and strengthen support for exporters in 2026.
Key customs and regulatory changes are coming in 2026, from new vaping duties to the EU‑UK reset, TCA review, and major updates to CBAM and EUDR. Here’s what businesses need to know to prepare for shifting compliance requirements in the year ahead.