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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.

BCC appoints Adam Marshall as Director General

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Adam Marshall as its new Director General with immediate effect. Adam initially took on the role on an Acting basis...
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 13.10.16
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Bristol is best for business

Another week passes and another report is released on topics spanning everything from the happiness of commuters to internet broadband speeds. Lately though there seems to be one thing that isn't...
Posted on: 04.10.16
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Hinkley Point C approval - great news but just the beginning

The Government have decided to proceed with the new nuclear build at Hinkley Point C providing the country with a new, stable, energy production.
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 15.09.16
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Presentations are dead. Long live conversations.

Presentations have always been an important part of business. Whether you're an audience member or the one giving the presentation, this is where ideas are shared and deals are done. However, there...
Russell Anderson-Williams
Russell Anderson-Williams
The Prezenter
Posted on: 19.08.16
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South West Jobs Market Remained Firm Before EU Vote

The latest data released by the Office for National Statistics on the 17th August found that in the three months to June 2016...
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 19.08.16
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Phil Smith, Managing Director of Business West talks candidly about Hinkley Point C

We simply cannot underestimate the importance that the South West places on an early decision by the new Prime Minister on the future of EDF's Hinkley Point C project.
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 18.08.16
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Hinkley Point C - Please don't keep us waiting

Phil Smith, Managing Director of Business West, explains why we cannot underestimate the importance that the South West places on an early decision on the future of EDF's Hinkley Point C Nuclear New...
Phil Smith
Phil Smith
Business West
Posted on: 17.08.16
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Government guarantees funding beyond UK's date to leave the EU

Chancellor Phillip Hammond confirmed over the weekend that the government will back EU-funded projects signed before this year's Autumn Statement, resulting in many opportunities for local businesses...
Mary Martin
Mary Martin
Business West
Posted on: 17.08.16
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Nevermind the North; what about the South West Powerhouse

The South West is well positioned to build on its powerhouse capabilities. We need the ambition and confidence to trade throughout the world and the control afforded by local devolution to drive...
Phil Smith
Phil Smith
Business West
Posted on: 16.08.16
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