Uncategorised 24 July 2026
BTG Eddisons – Buyer secured for office building in Huntingdon
Acting on behalf of the seller in the transaction, BTG Eddisons has secured the sale of a self-contained, three storey office building on Ermine Business Park on which the freehold was marketed for sale at £1.25 million.
Business Growth & Development, Economic Growth 23 July 2026
Business Rates Changes Must Go Further
Reacting to the government’s announcement on a cut in business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy and Insight at the BCC, said:
“While news of a carve out for pubs, clubs and music venues is welcome, there are many other smaller hospitality companies facing an existential threat. Meanwhile at the other end of the scale, airports and hotel chains are already paying millions more.
HR & Recruitment 23 July 2026
Weak Business Confidence Impacting Hiring
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Patrick Milnes, Head of Policy for People and Work at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
“Today’s labour market data is a stark example of the challenges awaiting Andy Burnham as he settles into Number 10.
Economic Growth 23 July 2026
Delivering Growth Must be Priority Number One
Responding to Andy Burnham’s first speech as Leader of the Labour Party, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
“The British Chambers of Commerce would like to congratulate Andy Burnham on his successful election as Leader of the Labour Party.
Economic Growth 22 July 2026
Inflation Eases But New PM Must Tackle Business Costs
Responding to the latest inflation data published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said:
“While businesses will welcome news that CPI cooled to 2.6% in June, the inflation thermometer remains vulnerable to further spikes in the months ahead.
Business Growth & Development 22 July 2026
Back to school, Keystone style
The summer holidays may be in full swing but this August, Keystone is going back to school. We’re not sharpening our pencils or choosing a new pencil case, however. Instead, we’re going to be at the front of the room, handing out the worksheets and preparing to be teachers for a day. Our students will be young adults aged between 16 and 20, participating in a summer programme delivered by Cambridgeshire County Council.
Economic Growth 22 July 2026
The UK economy has lost its momentum: what must the next Chancellor do?
The UK economy returned to positive territory in May, with GDP rising by 0.1% after a 0.1% decline in April. Activity has steadied, but the surprisingly strong growth in the first quarter of the year feels a distant memory as the economy suffers from the ramifications of continued tensions in the Middle East.
Households are increasingly cautious, businesses are still adjusting to higher employment costs, and many firms are still holding back on investment projects until there is greater clarity over the economic outlook. This combination continues to limit the pace of any recovery.
Economic Growth 22 July 2026
MHA reports revenues up 12% to £251m in first full year as a quoted company
MHA, a leading professional services provider of audit and assurance, tax, accountancy and advisory services, is pleased to announce its unaudited preliminary financial results for the year ended 31 March 2026.
Revenues were up 12% to £251.3m from £224.1m in FY 25. Growth in the period was split by 6.4% organic growth and acquisitive growth of 5.8%. The latter reflects the acquisition of Baker Tilly South-East Europe in August 2025. The acquisition of Moore Stephens UAE was completed shortly after the year end.
Economic Growth 21 July 2026
New PM Must Give Business ‘Breathing Space’
Responding to Andy Burnham’s first speech as Prime Minister in Downing Street, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
“The British Chambers of Commerce would like to congratulate Andy Burnham on being appointed Prime Minister.