Archive for May 2020
West Yorkshire Devolution Consultation
In March 2020 West Yorkshire’s council leaders secured a £1.8 billion-plus devolution deal for West Yorkshire, which will see more decisions about the region taken here instead of London and more investment for the things that matter to local people. This deal means that decisions in key areas, such as better transport, skills, the economy,…
Read MoreLaunch of the government’s Test and Trace programme – BCC
Commenting on the announcement of the government’s Test and Trace Coronavirus programme, BCC Director General Dr Adam Marshall said: “’A comprehensive Test and Trace programme is essential to boosting the confidence of businesses, staff and consumers as the economic re-start continues. “Businesses will be keen to play their part in the success of the programme,…
Read MoreHave your say in our Q2 Quarterly Economic Survey
As we work to restart, rebuild, and renew – the voice of business is more important than ever. By completing the Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) you are helping us to make the case for policies that promote local business growth and support this region’s economy. This will be the first QES since the onset of…
Read MoreYork & North Yorkshire Leadership Group Elections 2020
Are you a business leader who wants to influence decisions affecting your area and business? Have you thought about standing for election to the York & North Yorkshire Leadership Group? This is your opportunity to do just that. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the York & North Yorkshire Leadership Group.…
Read MorePhishing Scam Email Warning
We have been notified of a phishing scam email being sent to our members. The email is a survey purporting to be sent on behalf of Cabinet Office by Kantar. Although Kantar is a genuine company, the survey within the email does not take you to a legitimate Kantar survey platform. The email also states…
Read MoreFirms ready to embrace ‘new normal’ but government support must adapt
Results from the latest BCC Coronavirus Business Impact Tracker reveal that firms are ready for a gradual reopening of the economy but will need continued, adaptable government support during a phased return to work. • Over 70 per cent of respondents have furloughed a portion of their staff • Nearly three quarters of these firms…
Read MoreCoronavirus Business Impact Tracker: most firms can be ready for ‘restart’ within three weeks
Results from the latest BCC Coronavirus Business Impact Tracker reveal the vast majority of firms surveyed say they will require three weeks or less to prepare to restart operations alongside any loosening of the UK lockdown. Smaller businesses may be able to restart operations more quickly. Almost two-thirds (64 per cent) of respondents employing fewer…
Read MoreThe latest UK Finance Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme Update
Commenting on the latest UK Finance figures (7 May) on the number of firms successfully accessing CBILS, the BCC’s Head of Economics Suren Thiru said: “Although the steady improvement in the number of firms accessing CBILS is welcome, with many firms only having a few months’ cash in reserve the pace of delivery remains disappointingly…
Read More“This is a time to be bold”: BCC sets out principles for safe restart of UK economy
Open letter to Prime Minister published as government mulls plan to lift lockdown British Chambers of Commerce President, Baroness Ruby McGregor-Smith, has written an open letter to the Prime Minister setting out principles for a phased restart of the UK economy. The leading business group set out its integrated approach, the first step in a…
Read MoreUniversity of York offer free online courses to support local businesses and Chamber members
The University of York is committed to help regional businesses to recover, innovate and grow. They are offering a suite of online courses developed by professionals to help support Chamber Members and their staff through the period of national lockdown and impact of Covid-19 on you and your business. Now, more than ever, it is…
Read More