🗣️William Bain: 'Switzerland is a reliable trading partner for the UK, with similar views on digital trade + policy issues at the WTO. If a new free trade agreement can be agreed, an even more prosperous chapter in Swiss-UK relations can begin.' 👇

britishchambers.org.uk/news/2024/05/s…

📢Breaking News – General Election Announced📢
Initial Statement: This General Election must focus on the best ways for Suffolk, and the country, to prosper. Read more suffolkchamber.co.uk/support/genera…

🗣️David Bharier, Head of Research: 'Today’s data showing CPI inflation is at 2.3% is positive news that should help settle nerves and increase the likelihood of an interest rate cut in the coming months.'

Read our full response 👇 #ukinflation

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Upcoming Chamber Events!

⚪People & Skills Group
🟢Safari Networking
🟣Tendering Success Workshop
🔴Import Procedures - Training Course
🟠In Conversation with Prof Helen Pankhurst CBE
⚪West Suffolk Place Forum
🟣Tendering Success Workshop

Visit: my.suffolkchamber.co.uk/calendar_detai…

Over two-thirds of SMEs plan to invest in their current workforce in the year ahead. With benefits including plugging skills gaps and boosting employee motivation, there’s never been a better time to future proof your workforce.

Visit: tinyurl.com/2w8kvcdb

#Ad #SkillsForLife

🚢 Discover the Power of International Trade with Suffolk Chamber of Commerce✈️

Read the latest International Trade update
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#ChamberOfCommerce hashtag#InternationalTrade hashtag#GlobalOpportunities hashtag#suffolkbusiness

🗣️Deputy Director Policy Jane Gratton: 'Employers across the UK will welcome further signs that the labour market is cooling, but more must be done to ensure they can access the skills they need.'

Read our full response to the latest labour market data
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britishchambers.org.uk/news/2024/05/s…

🌟 Member Spotlight 🌟

📅 Turning Factor are hosting a seminar on building a confident workforce for the future.

🏷️Tennial Personnel Ltd is offering an exclusive discount for Chamber members.

📢 Scientist and genetics expert Lord Robert Winston visits The EpiCentre at Haverhill

🎉 Congratulations to all the incredible Suffolk businesses honoured with the Kind Awards for Enterprise 2024! 🏆

O.C.O Technology Limited
bf1systems Limited
Burland Technology Solutions Ltd.
Broadwater Mouldings Ltd
Muntons plc
Frugalpac LTD

🗣️ David Bharier, Head of Research: “Today’s Q1 GDP first estimate of 0.6% is a welcome sign that the UK has moved away from last year’s shallow recession.'

Read our full response here 👇 #GDP #ukeconomy

britishchambers.org.uk/news/2024/05/b…

🗣️David Bharier, BCC Head of Research: 'Today’s decision was widely expected. Businesses will be hopeful that tentative signals from the Bank translate into a rate cut later this year.'

Read our full response to the interest rate decision👇

britishchambers.org.uk/news/2024/05/b…

We're proud to be part of a network that receives such prestigious recognition, further bolstering our commitment to serving and championing our local business community. 👑 #BritishChamber #SuffolkChamber #EconomicGrowth #BusinessCommunity

🗣️William Bain: “The outlook remains fragile for 2024, notwithstanding forecasts of stronger global trade growth, due to ongoing geo-political uncertainty and growing concerns about the resilience of supply chains.'

BCC Trade Confidence Outlook.👇

britishchambers.org.uk/news/2024/05/s…

🌟 Member Spotlight 🌟

🏷️ Discover Lifehouse Spa's limited time 48 hour flash
sale.

📅 Suffolk New College Hosts Progression Fair:
Connecting Businesses with Future Talent.

📢 Smith & Pinching announce their plan for the next
generation

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🌟 Member Spotlight 🌟

🥂 A listers are thrilled to announce the return of their Wellness Workshop 'Pilates and Prosecco'.

📢 Auditel (U.K.) Limited have announced their Carbon Partnership with @birkett_long.

🤝 Source One Interiors secures major partnership with Ipswich Rugby Club.

We are backing the blues!
#IpswichTownFC #PremierLeagueBound #HometownHeroes #ITFC I(P)SWICH TOWN

🌟 Calling all Suffolk businesses! 🌟Looking to connect with your future workforce? 🎓 Join @Suffolknewcoll Progression Fair on 15 May, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm! 🗓️ Find out more: suffolkchamber.co.uk/latest-news/su… #SuffolkBusiness #FutureWorkforce #ProgressionFair

🗣️Shevaun Haviland: 'To help business grow our economy we need more skilled, engaged, and motivated people to contribute to the workforce in every part of the UK.'

Find out more about our catch up with Gillian Keegan MP earlier today. 👇

britishchambers.org.uk/news/2024/04/e…

🗣️ Deputy Director Public Policy Jane Gratton: “It’s welcome that the recruitment picture is improving and the percentage of firms reporting difficulties is at its lowest level for three years.'

Read the full details of our latest recruitment outlook 👇

britishchambers.org.uk/quarterly-recr…

📣 Upcoming Suffolk Chamber Events 📣

🔴 Export Documentation - Training Course

⚫ Net Zero & Climate Adaption Group

🟢Safari Networking - West Suffolk

🔴 Understanding Export - Training Course

Don't miss the Chamber events this May:
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