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There must be one Regional voice to make Trans-Pennine Tunnel a reality
Businesses called for one regional voice to advocate for the proposed Trans-Pennine Tunnel at a major business event. A transport link from the M60 to the M1 would help to connect not only Manchester to Sheffield but the whole country to help improve the business economy.
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Business leaders survey shows Sheffield City Region coping well despite uncertain climate
Firms hold an overall positive outlook on the regional economy looking forward, despite major uncertainties at a national and global level, according to the latest results of the Sheffield City […]
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Trans Pennine Tunnel Initiative: What are your thoughts?
Would you like to see an alternative route across the Pennines that will reduce travel time and ease congestion? Hear the results first at the Quarterly Economic Survey Breakfast, 10th […]
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An aligned Chamber movement to be voice for business during time of devolution
Presidents of both Sheffield and Barnsley & Rotherham Chambers of Commerce have announced their intention to promote a greater sense of partnership between the two organisations. The move reflects a […]
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BCC comments on latest Ofcom plans to reform the digital communications market
Commenting on Ofcom’s update on plans to reform the digital communications market, Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Businesses and consumers need the best possible […]
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BCC gives full reaction to Chancellor’s Autumn Statement
Giving his full reaction to the Autumn Statement, Adam Marshall, BCC Director General, said: “Philip Hammond has delivered a responsible, solid and focused package that will reassure both business and markets. “Increased resources […]
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BCC comments on public sector finances
Commenting on the public sector finances for October 2016, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “While some encouragement […]
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BCC responds to Prime Minister’s speech
Commenting on the Theresa May’s speech at the CBI conference this morning, Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said: “I think businesses will be reassured […]
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BCC: Economic and Brexit uncertainty expected to put increasing pressure on UK labour market
Commenting on the labour market figures for November 2016, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “While the latest […]
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Local Chamber responds to latest HS2 announcement
Andrew Denniff, Chief Executive at Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce, responding to the government’s new plans for HS2 in the region: “Our Chamber has consistently supported HS2 as a […]
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