BCC reacts to latest GDP figures

Thu 13th May 2021

Commenting on GDP figures for Q1 2021, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:

Landmarks latest success story

Sun 16th May 2021

Landmarks is a specialist college supporting young people with learning disabilities into employment through their supported internship programme. They are always looking for new employers to work with.

Leading the way to COP26 – The UK’s journey to Net Zero

2.53pm - 2.53pm, Mon 17th May 2021

Online Event

The BCC's latest survey on the Net Zero economy*, conducted in partnership with Drax, showed that 38% of respondents said they fully understand the term net zero and the implications for their business while 21% did not.

Works start on Henry Boot Construction's second major Heart of the City build

Fri 14th May 2021

Construction work has begun on the Kangaroo Works, Henry Boot Construction's second major project secured under the Heart of the City scheme.

BCC says Queen’s Speech offers opportunity to make change for the better

Tue 11th May 2021

Responding to the details of the Government’s legislative plan set out in today’s Queen’s Speech, Claire Walker, Co-Executive Director of the BCC, said:

Simply Business. Online Networking - May21

9.30am - 10.45am, Tue 18th May 2021

Online Event

Network, build relationships and generate leads to ensure your business gets the right visibility at our popular Simply Business Networking event. Meet fellow Chamber members in a relaxed environment and hear the latest updates from Sheffield Chamber.

BCC Welcomes 'First Step' In Return Of International Travel

Tue 11th May 2021

Responding to the announcement of the ‘green list’ for international travel, British Chambers of Commerce Co-Executive Director Hannah Essex said:

Using green social prescribing to prevent and tackle mental ill health

Fri 14th May 2021

Lockdown highlighted the impact of green spaces on our mental health and wellbeing – and now researchers are investigating whether prescribing nature can help prevent and tackle mental ill health.

In conversation with Emily Thornberry, Shadow Secretary of State for International Trade

1pm - 1.45pm, Wed 19th May 2021

Online Event

Join James Martin, BCC’s Director of Policy as he explores the Labour Party’s views with Emily Thornberry on:

Realise welcomes new Board Director to lead people strategy

Fri 14th May 2021

Realise is delighted to welcome Sue Kamal, who will join the business in the newly created post of People Director. The decision to appoint Sue marks the next stage of evolution for Realise, and further establishes the company’s commitment to people.

Landmark skills training report calls for wide-ranging reboot of UK system

Thu 6th May 2021

A major new report is calling for a root and branch reform of the UK’s training system to help businesses access the skills they need to boost productivity.

Employment Workshop: Belgium, your UK-EU Gateway for Trade and Investment

4.45pm - 6pm, Wed 19th May 2021

Online Event

Join BritCham EU & Belgium in the second event in their free UK-EU Gateway for Trade and Investment series.

Sheffield Chamber Comments on Sheffield City Region Quarterly Economic Review Q1 2021 Results

Thu 6th May 2021

On 27th April 2021 businesses from across the region gathered to hear the latest results following the Sheffield City Region (SCR) Quarterly Economic Review for Q1.

Double Olympian Jack Green Joins Sheffield Startup Champion Health

Fri 14th May 2021

Sheffield startup Champion Health has hired Olympian Jack Green as their new Head of Performance.

Key Milestones to UK’s accession to the CPTPP trading partnership and the value for UK Business

4pm - 5pm, Thu 20th May 2021

Online Webinar

In conversation with Graham Zebedee, UK’s Chief negotiator to CPTPP

Survey on the new immigration system – have your say:

Fri 14th May 2021

Fragomen is helping RAMP (The Refugee, Asylum and Migration Policy) to respond to The All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) who have asked them to conduct an investigative inquiry into the new immigration system.

BCC welcomes ratification of UK-EU TCA but says work remains to be done

Thu 29th April 2021

Speaking after news that the Trade and Co-operation Agreeement has been ratified, Hannah Essex, Co-Executive Director of the BCC, said:

Tax and Economic Update for Businesses & their Owners

10am - 11am, Tue 25th May 2021

Online Event

An essential update for business owners on the prospects for the UK economy and the latest key tax-saving ideas.

New Figures Show Workforce Growth Expected but Some Sectors Yet to See Signs of Revival

Thu 29th April 2021

The British Chambers of Commerce today released its Quarterly Recruitment Outlook for Q1 2021.

Sheffield Credit Union Expands Payroll Deduction Services to More Employers

Fri 14th May 2021

The expansion is due to a report from February 2021 by the Financial Inclusion Centre, commissioned by the Money and Pensions Service, highlighting the success of payroll deduction schemes in helping people build savings and improve financial resilience.

Supply Chain Online Event: Supplying the Public Sector

10am - 11am, Wed 26th May 2021

Online Event

By joining this free event you will get expert advice from the Procurement teams of Barnsley; Doncaster; Rotherham and Sheffield councils.

Henry Boot PLC launch equality, diversity & inclusion strategy

Thu 13th May 2021

Sheffield-headquartered Henry Boot PLC has set out a ‘deliberately ambitious’ strategy to create a fair, accessible, diverse and inclusive working environment.

South Yorkshire Skills for Recovery Report Launched

Tue 27th April 2021

Commissioned by the Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), the report has been produced using original survey data from the Chambers of Commerce in South Yorkshire, combined with content from a series of focus groups within key sectors.

International Trade Live: Ask the experts

10am - 11am, Thu 27th May 2021

Online Event

International Trade L!ve focuses on the areas that matter most. Providing information and advice to help you keep trading successfully through 2021 and beyond.