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BCC: Labour market remains robust, but earnings slowdown concerning
Commenting on the labour market figures for June 2018, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:
“The marked increase in employment and the continued drop in the number of people out of work confirms that the UK labour...Read More »
BCC comments on trade statistics for April 2018
Head of Economics Suren Thiru comments on the latest ONS trade statistics for April 2018.
Commenting on the trade statistics and key short-term indicators for April 2018, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:
“While there was a slight...Read More »
BCC: No more delays, no more excuses on Heathrow expansion
Commenting on the publication of the Government’s Airports National Policy Statement, Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said:
“The message from business to Parliament couldn’t be simpler: no more delays, no more excuses on Heathrow expansion.
“Bold decisions are needed to demonstrate that Britain is open...Read More »
BCC cheers fresh look at immigration rules
Commenting on the Home Secretary’s remarks on the Andrew Marr Show about reviewing the UK’s immigration rules, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:
“The Home Secretary’s commitment to taking a fresh look at the immigration rules will be cheered by employers all...Read More »
Steel tariffs – UK firms ‘collateral damage’ of Trump protectionist push, says BCC
Commenting following the US government announcement of tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from the EU, Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:
“It is hugely disappointing that the US government has chosen to push ahead with these tariffs, which will hurt companies and...Read More »