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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.

Q&A with Business West’s New Board Director: Professor Sir Steve West

Professor Sir Steve West CBE has joined Business West as a Non Executive Board Director. Sir Steve is Chief Executive Officer of the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol), and was...
Amy Drummond
Amy Drummond
Business West
Posted on: 23.04.25
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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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How can businesses connect with the future workforce?

One key way for businesses to grow, bring in fresh ideas, keep up to date with the latest training and invest in future talent is through hiring an apprentice, taking on a T-Level student or...
Louise Holland
Louise Holland
Business West
Posted on: 22.04.25
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Q&A with Independent West of England Mayoral Combined Authority Metro Mayor candidate Ian Scott

What do you think a Metro Mayor’s role should be? It is to bring the West of England together to present clear local visions to local people, the Government and International Investors. It can do...
Ian Scott
Ian Scott
Posted on: 11.04.25
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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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Navigating skills and workforce development with Business West

Whether you're looking to upskill your existing staff, recruit new people with the right skills and knowledge, create a workforce development plan or find out more about apprenticeships, Business...
Tara Gillam
Business West Ltd
Posted on: 08.04.25
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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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Swindon Mindful Employer Network Event Recap: Managing Stress & Wellbeing

We were pleased to welcome attendees to our first Mindful Employer Network event this week - a collaboration between Swindon Borough Council, Business West, and Swindon & Gloucestershire Mind...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 04.04.25
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