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.
International growth is crucial for supporting the local economy. Since April 2022, our team has provided expert advice on internationalisation, facilitating strategic partnerships between 116 SMEs...
Last week, Business West’s Bristol Initiative hosted a Hustings for the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority election, bringing together candidates from the four major political parties that...
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on the Government to tackle the problems of the UK’s worn-out infrastructure to fire up growth. Among the recommendations in a new report, published...
We are pleased to share that the Department of Education has announced Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) funding for the 2025-2026 Financial Year. With another six-month extension on our LSIP...
Last week the Bristol Initiative and Futures West hosted a Devolution and Growth event at Bristol’s Engine Shed, which featured keynote speeches from Andrew Carter, Chief Executive at Centre for...
The Bristol Chamber & Initiative has appointed Ed Rowberry, BBRC’s Chief Executive, as President. Ed, who as the driving force behind BBRC has mobilised more than £70m investment into the West of...
The overwhelming majority of businesses say the rise in employer National Insurance contributions will force them to change their plans, according to new research by the BCC Insight’s Unit, in...
In a significant move to drive sustainable and inclusive economic growth across the UK, in 2023 Business West joined forces with five leading regional business organisations to form the Growing...
We are regularly seeing headlines saying there is a national housing crisis and the Government is pledged to increasing supply. One of the ways they are doing that is to raise the targets for many...
