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Shaping the Economic Narrative: Why Your Voice Matters in the Quarterly Economic Survey

As we navigate the twists and turns of the economic landscape, one thing remains certain: your voice matters. At Business West, we understand the power of data in driving informed decision-making and...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 15.02.24
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BCC Press Release: Inflation Remains a Real Concern for Business

Responding to the latest inflation figures from the ONS, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, of which Business West is a key player, said:  “Businesses need price...
Eleanor Ferrari
Eleanor Ferrari
Posted on: 14.02.24
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6 Steps to Establishing Yourself as a Small Business

Starting a small business is a dream for many people, but few turn that dream into a reality. If you are desperate to be your own boss, have control over your schedule, and do something you love,...
Harvey Holloway
Harvey Holloway
Posted on: 14.02.24
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Bristol Initiative Members Meet the Green Party: “We’re not all tree hugging hippies who hate business”

Last week, we brought together Bristol Initiative members to meet with Carla Denyer, Green Party Co-Leader and Green Party Councillor for Clifton Down, as well as Tony Dyer, Green Party Councillor...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 14.02.24
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Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism for EU exports

Many countries around the world are actively trying to find solutions to Climate Change. Some countries, such as the United States of America, have chosen to incentivise green industries in the hope...
Joe Goldsworthy
Joe Goldsworthy
Posted on: 14.02.24
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BCC Press Release: Business Fears Over Number Not Seeking Work 

Responding to the latest labour market data from ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said:    “Fewer vacancies show the labour market is softening but...
Eleanor Ferrari
Eleanor Ferrari
Posted on: 13.02.24
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Tips for staying weather-ready for your event

For anyone who has organised a business event, the worst scenario is to wake up in the morning to stormy weather, dark clouds and pouring rain. But Mother Nature doesn't always cooperate with our...
Dakota Murphey
Dakota Murphey
Posted on: 13.02.24
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"I was an Apprentice" Q&A with Andy Keast Operations Director at Openreach

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, we wanted to highlight Openreach , a Bristol Initiative Member with a long history of working with apprenticeships and supporting apprentices through their...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 09.02.24
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Chamber Member Spotlight: DiversITy-talent

Business West Chambers of Commerce welcomes businesses from a wide range of sectors, sizes and structures, all of whom have different reasons and motivations for joining the community. As part of our...
Eleanor Ferrari
Eleanor Ferrari
Posted on: 09.02.24
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