Archive for January 2025
Chamber respond to Chancellor of the Exchequer speech on growth
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today welcomes measures outlined by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves to kickstart economic growth. Expanding our nation’s airport capacity, investing in internal transport infrastructure and streamlining the planning system will all help send the message to business in our network that a brighter future is within our…
Read MoreChamber plans to strengthen links with the Gulf State
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce has today published its plans for an upcoming trade mission to the United Arab Emirates. Between February 9 and 14, the Chamber will lead a delegation of businesses to the cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi in order to strengthen links between our region and the Gulf state.…
Read MoreReaction to UK economy growth in November
Reacting to the news that the UK economy grew by 0.1 per cent in November, a spokesperson for West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce said: “While a return to growth after two months of contraction is welcome, the reality remains that our economy is treading water. “British Chamber of Commerce forecasts do anticipate GDP…
Read MoreChamber responds to slight decline in inflation
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today reacts to the slight decline in inflation seen during December. The Office for National Statistics showed that inflation fell from 2.6 per cent in November to 2.5 per cent in December. It remains ahead of the Bank of England’s target of two per cent. Mark Casci, head…
Read MoreBudget tax hike bursts business confidence
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce today publishes research showing that business sentiment across the region has declined sharply, with sales, recruitment, investment and confidence all having plummeted in the final quarter of 2024. The Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey for the final quarter of 2024 shows that increases in Employer national Insurance Contributions and…
Read MoreWNY Chamber looking to strengthen links between our region and the Gulf state
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce is to lead a delegation of businesses to Dubai and Abu Dhabi in order to strengthen links between our region and the Gulf state. The Chamber will lead the delegation to the United Arab Emirates in early February. The Chamber is working alongside partner institutions including HSBC, the…
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