BCC

The British Chambers of Commerce represents & campaigns for business, championing & supporting our members all across the UK & around the world.

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China is back on the UK business agenda - but what does that actually mean for firms?

Following recent UK ministerial engagement with China, our upcoming webinar will break down the political signals, risks, and commercial openings for British businesses.

We’ll be joined by:
🗣️ Lewis Neal, HM Trade Commissioner for China & Hong Kong
🗣️ Alex Bamford, Deputy Director, China Department (FCDO)

We’ll discuss:
✅ What’s changing in UK–China relations
✅ Where opportunities may be emerging
✅ Key risks for businesses operating or entering the market
✅ What this means for trade with mainland China & Hong Kong

Whether you’re already active in China or just exploring the market, this session will offer insight from those closest to the relationship.

🎟️ Register now - https://t.co/4z4atOarQS

#ChinaBusiness #UKChinaTrade #UKBusiness

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Amazing businesses and amazing people - the North of England is a great place to invest.

Last month, our Director General @BCCShevaun was delighted to speak at the first ever investment summit for the region, organised by #TheGreatNorth.

https://t.co/Xcg7OKCx7v

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🫵 Stop everything: the Global Annual Conference 2026 agenda has just dropped!

📍 25 June | QEII Centre, Westminster
👀 Take a look: https://t.co/PeUWIFfJlC

Under the theme Delivering Growth, we’ll bring together senior political leaders, business executives, innovators and Chamber leaders to explore the policies, partnerships and investment needed to unlock sustainable growth across the UK and globally.

🎤 Keynote speakers include senior figures from across the UK political spectrum, alongside leading voices from business and industry including @NatWestBusiness, @Intuit, @HeathrowAirport, @SSE and @KingsTrust.

Plus breakout sessions on the big drivers of future growth:

🤖 AI adoption
🌍 Trade
🔗 Supply chains
🎓 Skills
🏗️ Infrastructure investment
📈 Long-term growth

#WhereBusinessBelongs #DeliveringGrowth #EconomicGrowth #UKBusiness

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🚨The US has announced a new 10% #tariff on most UK goods imports. The action comes as its current temporary tariffs come to an end next month. Read more on @William_Bain's thoughts on the change. 👇

https://t.co/S3yscAWZyo

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Many teams understand CBAM in theory. The challenge is applying it confidently in day-to-day workflows. 🤔

Our EU CBAM Advanced Masterclass is built for businesses that already know the basics and want practical compliance guidance through real-world scenarios, examples and expert insights.

✅ Applying CBAM requirements in practice
✅ Identifying emissions data risk areas
✅ Understanding compliance responsibilities and avoiding costly mistakes

If CBAM affects your goods movements, now is the time to build repeatable processes and reduce future reporting pressure.

Where do you see the biggest challenge: supplier data, internal ownership, or reporting timelines?

Register now: https://t.co/mEJhS6oZ0i

#WhereBusinessBelongs #CBAMCompliance #BusinessCompliance

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The government consultation on zero hours contracts has been launched.

It's crucial that the business voice is heard, and that contract flexibility is available, to drive forward growth.

Read our full response 👇

https://t.co/I2BTk5Qewy

#employmentrights #Chambers

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🚨The BCC's latest economic forecast is out. The headlines...

📍 Subdued growth
📍 Weak business investment
📍 Higher inflation
📍 Rising unemployment
📍 Falling exports

Read the full details and analysis here 👇

https://t.co/z16GaeIiVV

#ukeconomy #Chambers

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📍📅 New UK steel quotas come into force from July. Are you prepared for the impact on costs, supply chains and compliance?

Join our expert-led webinar on 11 June to understand what’s changing and what actions your business should take.

What we'll cover:

✔️ Implementation timelines and key milestones
✔️ The policy rationale behind the new quota framework
✔️ Which steel products and categories are affected
✔️ Transitional arrangements available to businesses
✔️ Customs compliance considerations and risks
✔️ Practical steps businesses can take now to prepare

This session will provide valuable insight for importers, manufacturers, distributors, procurement teams, and anyone involved in international trade and supply chain management.

ℹ️ Register now - https://t.co/qdNvta4Cvx

#WhereBusinessBelongs #SteelIndustry #UKSteelQuotas #TradePolicy

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Great visit for @BCCShevaun and Andy Haldane to see our business council member @DP_World at their London Gateway trade & logistics hub.

We're delighted that DP World will be a supporting partner at our Global Annual Conference on June 25th.

https://t.co/WSPn8Pb1ll

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⚠️ The ERA changes are now in effect – but compliance isn’t always straightforward!

From new day-one rights to increased tribunal risks, even small oversights can expose your business.

Our partner, @questcover, is offering a free ERA Compliance Review to help you check where you stand

ℹ️ Book your ERA Compliance Review today 👉 https://t.co/gGL88j7SBw

#EmploymentRightsAct #ERASupport #BusinessSupport #EmploymentLaw

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The Youth Guarantee is a major step for young people, employers & growth.

Read our latest blog from @BCCShevaun & @DWPgovuk Skills Minister @Jacqui_Smith1

#YouthGuarantee #growth #skills #Chambers

https://t.co/L90yvJvFjS

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Businesses want to play their part in tackling the crisis facing young people not in education, employment or training.

@BCCShevaun gave her reaction to the Milburn Review to @TimesRadio earlier - highlighting the challenges employers are facing. 👇

#MilburnReview #Chambers

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🚨More than half of UK firms (54%) are now actively using AI.

That was the headline stat from our report with @Atos earlier this year.

@BCCShevaun sat down with Atos CEO UK and Ireland Michael Herron to discuss the report, leadership and tech👇

https://t.co/GpU22lDBHW

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The Milburn Review must be a wakeup call for policymakers about the crisis facing young people not in employment, education or training.

Read the full response from @BCCShevaun to today's report. 👇

https://t.co/zt3BKGl1fk

#milburnreview #employment #training #Chambers

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📢 The Employment Rights Act 2025 updates are now in effect – is your business fully compliant?

We’ve partnered with Quest Cover - HR and Health & Safety Specialists to offer a free ERA Compliance Review, helping you assess your current policies and identify gaps.

🔍 Book online today –https://t.co/UZ7Vc2E9FO

#WhereBusinessBelongs #ERA2025 #BusinessSupport #EmploymentRightsAct

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The reality of UK business and what comes next.

🫖Grab yourself a cuppa and watch our Director General @BCCShevaun speaking to Katharine Spence in the latest episode of the Behind the Narrative podcast. 👇

https://t.co/xstge1yC2E

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New BCC on the business impact of the Iran conflict shows

⚠️ 80% of firms reporting an existing or expected impact
⚡75% of firms expect their energy bills to increase over the next year

Read the full details including analysis from @William_Bain 👇

https://t.co/FrimRqKJaL

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🚨Crime against business is the hidden threat to UK growth.

Our Policy Manager Ellis Shelton explains more about the research and recommendations in our latest report published last week 👇

https://t.co/bBoHxHtP9i

#businesscrime #growth #Chambers

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Can the UK win the quantum computing race? 💻

Our Deputy Director @davidbharier spoke to @siobhankennedy4 for @Channel4News. Watch the full report below 👇

You can also read David's thoughts on the @SMFthinktank website

https://t.co/YRS8zZ5cST