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Peterborough Cathedral hosts magnificent photographic ‘Portraits’ of all 42 English Anglican Cathedrals by the late Magnum Photographer Peter Marlow

Uncategorised 13 May 2024

Peterborough Cathedral hosts magnificent photographic ‘Portraits’ of all 42 English Anglican Cathedrals by the late Magnum Photographer Peter Marlow

Image credits: Peter Marlow, Peterborough Cathedral, 2010 © Peter Marlow Foundation / Magnum Photos   Peter Marlow: The English Cathedral Exhibition Dates: 14 May – 13 June 2024   Opening 14 years to the day since the late Magnum photographer, Peter Marlow photographed it, Peterborough Cathedral, UK, one of the finest Norman cathedrals in Europe, […]

Businesses help drive the UK away from recession

Uncategorised 13 May 2024

Businesses help drive the UK away from recession

Reacting to the latest GDP figures, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s Q1 GDP first estimate of 0.6%, outstripping expectations, is a welcome sign that the UK has moved away from last year’s shallow recession. Businesses across the UK have been the driving force behind the recovery. “Firms have […]

Star Shine Night Walk – Discover the 10 mile route around Cambridge

Uncategorised 13 May 2024

Star Shine Night Walk – Discover the 10 mile route around Cambridge

Arthur Rank Hospice Charity has released a brand-new 10-mile route for the Star Shine Night Walk. With over one hundred people already signed up, the night is lining up to be a special one.   Walking together through Cambridge, the event raises funds for hospice care to support people living across Cambridgeshire with an advanced […]

Businesses continue to hold their breath on Interest Rates

Uncategorised 13 May 2024

Businesses continue to hold their breath on Interest Rates

Reacting to the Bank of England’s latest interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:   “Today’s decision to hold the interest rate at 5.25% was widely expected. Businesses will be hopeful that tentative signals from the Bank translate into a rate cut later this year. “However, for many SMEs […]

UK Goods Trade Struggling For Impact

Uncategorised 13 May 2024

UK Goods Trade Struggling For Impact

Responding to the latest ONS Trade figures published this morning, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:       “The first quarter of 2024 shows the challenges UK goods exporters face, with a further drop in sales to both EU and non-EU markets, despite a brighter global economic picture.     […]

SME Exporters Trapped In Doldrums

Uncategorised 9 May 2024

SME Exporters Trapped In Doldrums

The Trade Confidence Outlook, conducted by the BCC’s Insights Unit, is a survey of more than 2,000 UK SME exporters.           It shows the percentage of SME exporters reporting increased exports has been static since the pandemic, and has weakened slightly since the end of 2023. SMEs are less likely to report increased exports compared […]

US Still A Land Of Opportunity For UK Business

Uncategorised 9 May 2024

US Still A Land Of Opportunity For UK Business

Supply chain security, trade deals, tariffs and planning permission were the big issues during the BCC’s 5-day mission to the US to promote business and investment.     Director General, Shevaun Haviland’s, trip was organised ahead of the US elections as issues around trade agreements, tariffs, supply-chain disruption, subsidies, protectionism and geo-political tensions all gather momentum.    […]

Cambridge Wireless appoints three new members to further strengthen board

Uncategorised 8 May 2024

Cambridge Wireless appoints three new members to further strengthen board

Cambridge Wireless is delighted to announce the appointment of three new Board Members: • Paula Rogers-Brown – Head of Communities and Ecosystem Engagement at the University of Cambridge • Dan Clarke – Head of Technology and Innovation at the Greater Cambridge Partnership • Paul Crane – former CEO of Cambridge Wireless and telecoms technologist Board […]

SME Exporters Trapped In Doldrums

Uncategorised 7 May 2024

SME Exporters Trapped In Doldrums

The Trade Confidence Outlook, conducted by the BCC’s Insights Unit, is a survey of more than 2,000 UK SME exporters.           It shows the percentage of SME exporters reporting increased exports has been static since the pandemic, and has weakened slightly since the end of 2023. SMEs are less likely to report increased exports compared […]