Day: 6 February 2024
A promising horizon: Positive trends in the UK mortgage market
Over the last 18 months, the UK property market has been in a period of flux. However, the tide is changing, presenting a positive outlook for homebuyers. Several key factors contribute to this optimistic landscape, including a decline in inflation, a trend of lower fixed rates and a correction in house prices. As we delve […]
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UK Power Networks invests £11.5m in East Sussex power upgrade
UK Power Networks is investing £11.5 million in the electricity grid near Heathfield in East Sussex to future-proof the power network for thousands of residents.
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Prioritising Businesses
Skills remain a key focus of the Chamber as it is the people in our organisations who deliver the successes we are familiar with. We need them to be suitably trained and we need to be able to access the training and skills necessary. We have now launched our Opportunities tab, allowing employers and training […]
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COP28 Activities
COP28, UN Climate Change Conference – United Arab Emirates 2023, from 30 November to 12 December, is a key date for the international community to come together and set out how to meet the Climate Challenge as a planet. The British Chamber Network and members will be actively taking part in COP28 events and initiatives. […]
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Fostering Growth
As I write, we eagerly await the King’s Speech and my fingers are crossed that it’s one that will support business and business growth. There have been far too many impediments to growth over the past five-plus years and this could be an opportunity to start to turn things around, show signs of positivity and […]
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Crowe UK continues to help organisations keep on top of international trade tax developments
Industry leaders from across Kent gathered at Crowe UK’s Maidstone office for the firm’s latest International Trade event where updates on a range of international trade developments were provided. The event was hosted by Crowe UK’s Head of Manufacturing – Johnathan Dudley – and included presentations provided by Crowe UK’s Customs team, Ian Worth, Jamie […]
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Directors’ Duties and The Threat of Insolvency
With the UK economy facing an uncertain path on account of domestic and global upheaval, businesses continue to face challenges, and it is essential for directors to be mindful of their duties both generally and more particularly where there is the risk of insolvency. The Insolvency Service has issued refresher guidance on the Government website […]
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