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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.

Bristol's Young Professionals Quiz Bristol Politicians at General Election Hustings

What is Bristol’s place in the national political landscape, and how will local issues be addressed by the next government? These and more pressing questions were at the heart of a lively debate held...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 19.06.24
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Celebrating Leadership Distinction in Gloucestershire

The best companies, in my view, tend to have the best leaders. One of the very best companies in Gloucestershire is Renishaw, and its co-founder and executive chairman is Sir David McMurtry. Sir...
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 18.06.24
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First UK ATA Carnet issued to Peru supports charitable rowing adventure

Business West has issued the first UK ATA Carnet to Peru on behalf of Cambridge Chamber of Commerce. The ATA Carnet, often called the "passport for goods," will streamline the process of temporarily...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 14.06.24
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Customs Summer Update

As many people who work in international trade know, one of the hardest tasks in any exporting role is keeping up with the number of acronyms used in day-to-day trade! In this Business West summer...
Joe Goldsworthy
Joe Goldsworthy
Posted on: 13.06.24
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Discover prestigious serviced office space at Leigh Court

Looking to impress your staff and welcome visitors to an impressive office location in Bristol? Look no further than Leigh Court, the headquarters of Business West. Nestled in 25 acres of stunning...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 13.06.24
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ATA Carnet Summer Update

As summer approaches, the Business West ATA Carnet team is ready for a busy season of international events. Our meticulous preparation and efficient processes ensure we can handle the surge in demand...
Hilary Rossborough
Hilary Rossborough
Business West
Posted on: 13.06.24
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How can we keep things moving?

Transport is such an important issue for business that this month we devoted our entire quarterly Initiative meeting to that single topic.
Ian Bell
Ian Bell
Business West
Posted on: 13.06.24
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Exciting new chapter in Gloucestershire's heritage of nuclear energy

Confidential talks are now moving at pace to site some of the first new nuclear Small Modular Reactors, or SMRs, to Gloucestershire with Rolls -Royce SMR in a strong position to develop this new...
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 12.06.24
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Somerset Tech Showcase brings together innovative businesses

The newly built Firepool Centre for Digital Innovation (FCDI) was a hive of activity last week when it played host to the successful Somerset Tech Showcase event, organised by Business West and...
Fay Daniels
Fay Daniels
Business West
Posted on: 06.06.24
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