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.
Responding to the latest interest rate decision by the Bank of England, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, of which Business West are key players, said: “As...
As we celebrate the first anniversary of Dr. Justin Morris as President of the Bristol Chamber of Commerce & Initiative, we took the opportunity to sit down with him and discuss how he feels...
Green jobs are expanding rapidly, contributing £74 billion to the UK’s economy last year alone. Thinking about a green career? Here's how to get started!
Did you notice that mention of the South West was sadly lacking in the Chancellor’s Big, Big Budget? There were lots of mentions of the North and the North West as the recipients of help from...
In this edition of our Bristol Initiative member spotlight series, we’re thrilled to introduce Simon Wales, the new CEO of Bristol Beacon. Since joining in August 2024, Simon has taken the helm at...
Business West was pleased to host an insightful international trade roundtable at Leigh Court Business Centre, in partnership with South West Business Insider. This exclusive event brought together...
New Report Unveils Its Enduring Distinctiveness 52% of UK exporters say Britain's brand helps boost their sales: More than half see their association with Britain as a key driver of growth. 1/3 of...
Released today, Business West’s Q3 2024 Quarterly Economic Survey reveals cautious optimism among businesses in the South West, with confidence levels holding steady despite a challenging economic...
