MPs Urged to Back Key ERB Amendments
Fri 25th July 2025
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on MPs to support key amendments to the Employment Rights Bill, when it returns to the Commons.
Major Changes to the Immigration Rules for Skilled Workers from 22 July 2025
Thu 24th July 2025
The UK government has announced significant changes to the immigration rules for skilled workers, effective from 22 July 2025. These changes will impact skill and salary thresholds, affecting eligibility for sponsorship under the skilled worker route.
Government Must Harness Retail Investor Optimism
Tue 22nd July 2025
A major new Retail Investor Sentiment survey, carried out for the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Insights Unit, immediately after the Chancellor’s Mansion House speech, shows increased optimism that could be harnessed to grow the UK economy.
Rising Real Wages Pile On More Pressure?
Thu 17th July 2025
Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said:???
Business Welcomes Movement On EU Reset Negotiations
Thu 17th July 2025
Responding to the release of the EU’s draft mandate for UK negotiations on removing checks on food and drink and eliminating carbon charges, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said:
Inflation Headache Remains for Firms
Wed 16th July 2025
Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce, responds to the latest inflation data published this morning by the Office for National Statistics
Chancellor Must Spark Investment Reform
Tue 15th July 2025
Ahead of her Mansion House speech tonight, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is urging the Chancellor to carry out further reforms to unlock business investment.
Business Still Sceptical On Employment Rights Bill
Tue 15th July 2025
Research by the BCC has found that businesses are worried about the speed with which the Employment Rights Bill is being put through Parliament and have serious concerns about it.
Recruitment Static as Firms Assess NI Impact
Mon 14th July 2025
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Insight Unit’s latest Quarterly Recruitment Outlook (QRO) shows hiring remained largely static in Q2 as firms dealt with the employer National Insurance (NI) hike.
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