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Our Chief Economist @LouiseHellem welcomes @jreynoldsMP’s return as @biztradegovuk Secretary.

Louise tells Sky News that tackling energy costs must be a top priority. ⬇️

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The move to cut business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues is an important step to put money back into communities and boost the nighttime economy. 🍺����

Reform of the whole broken business rates system is now needed.

➡️ https://t.co/j8f48JCdpM

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With a new Prime Minister and Cabinet now in place, our UK Competitiveness Director Jordan Cummins talks to @BBCNews about what business wants from the government's 10-year-plan to stimulate growth.

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In the three months to May, the UK labour market showed some signs of resilience, but there are clear signals that businesses remain cautious about hiring. See the full update with @PertempsJobs here: https://t.co/hB9T1pnX0U

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Our CEO @RainNewtonSmith sets out what business wants to see from @AndyBurnham’s new government.

Rain told @BBCRadio4 ‘World At One’ that business wants a focus clear plan to deliver economic growth for the UK with an urgency to pick up the pace of delivery.

Listen here ⬇️

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UK GDP rose by 0.7% in the three months to May, following an upwardly revised 0.8% in the three months to April. This leaves GDP 1.3% higher than in May 2025. GDP grew 0.1% in the month of May, beating consensus estimates of no growth.

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Our CEO @RainNewtonSmith says Andy Burnham's government should listen to businesses, set out a credible fiscal plan and take action to reduce the cost of doing business.

👉 https://t.co/nd4f0IDVmZ

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We welcome Chancellor @RachelReevesMP Mansion House speech with its positive signal that the UK remains focused on growth, investment and innovation.

Read our full response here: https://t.co/Z39Ol5ZJ2c

#MansionHouse #UKEconomy #Growth #Investment #SMEs #Innovation

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The UK-Switzerland agreement is a win for business. Better market access, fewer barriers and stronger mobility arrangements will help firms trade, invest and grow with confidence 👇https://t.co/eEeNRld1vV

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⚡How can government help firms struggling with sky-high energy bills and unlock an additional £130 billion in economic activity by 2050? Read the new report from @CBItweets and @EnergyUKcomms – with analysis from @CornwallInsight.

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/mbbah4qBlU

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“No one voted for higher youth unemployment.” Our CEO @RainNewtonSmith joined @TrevorPTweets on @SkyNews to discuss how we can deliver stronger economic growth. The Employment Rights Act must strike the right balance, giving businesses confidence to hire, invest and grow.

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Business has the power to shape what happens next.

Join us at the CBI Annual Conference on 23 November as business leaders and policymakers come together to tackle the UK's biggest challenges.

🎟️ Super earlybird tickets on sale now.

🔗 https://t.co/WrVSjcAYHf

#CBI26

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Business volumes in the financial services sector dropped at a rapid pace in Q2, following a temporary recovery in Q1, according to the latest CBI Financial Services Survey. Firms expect volumes to decline at a relatively slower pace over the next quarter.

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FS firms plan to raise investment in IT over the next 12 months (vs previous 12), to the greatest extent since September 2021. Capex is expected to be cut back on vehicles, plant & machinery, and be broadly flat in land & buildings.

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For a more detailed look at the June Financial Services Survey data, check out our press release 👇
https://t.co/8GnQvMiRnF

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Join us at the CBI Annual Conference 2026 on 23 November at QEII

https://t.co/mM61t7pYn1

#CBI26

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We're proud to be working with @HeathrowAirport and @Marsh for #CBI26.

Hear from @RainNewtonSmith, Thomas Woldbye and Lisa Quest on why business and government must work together to drive growth.

🎟️ Super earlybird tickets on sale now: https://t.co/lL8jFFa3eB

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In June, we put the UK's record tax burden in the spotlight, secured progress on VAT reform, influenced international labour standards and kept the pressure on Fit Note reform. Discover our latest impact 👉 https://t.co/nMOze8ZZLa

#CBI #UKBusiness #BusinessVoice

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🌿Great to see this new report from @CleanAirFund exploring the health and economic benefits of cleaner air, with expert analysis from @CBI_Economics and @WSP_UKI.

Find out how @CBI_Economics can help your business👉 https://t.co/BHeccL9zZL

[CBI Economics @CBI_Economics]

❓ What are the health and economic benefits of cleaner air?
That's what @CleanAirFund tasked us and @WSP_UK to explore, quantifying the air quality co-benefits of decarbonisation pathways aligned with the CCC's Balanced Pathway.
Download the report now.👉https://t.co/j9orJr7e1D

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We’re excited to launch the CBI Annual Conference 2026!

Join 650+ business leaders, policymakers and influential voices on 23 November as we tackle the questions shaping the UK's future.

Strategic Partners: @HeathrowAirport and Marsh

🎟️ https://t.co/gno9DodlkR
#CBI26