Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid

Autumn Budget ✅ But what's next? What do the announcements actually mean for your business? Our interim CEO Gus Williams shares the key next steps for businesses in Wales following the Autumn Budget 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDrCbnd4

Partner insight 💡 Our Equity Forum is led by Chamber partners and members. Run in conjunction with Emma Waddingham and the team at Legal News Wales, the forum is chaired by Acuity Law’s Liz Gibbons and vice-chaired by Hugh James’ Gwen Morgan-Evans. The forum was established to bring together key organisations and provide a powerful collective voice to advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the business community 🤝 In our latest partner insight article, Acuity Law highlight the importance of this forum 👉 https://lnkd.in/eh_Xjbu6

We are delighted to welcome an honorary member to the Chamber - The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 🤝 Beyond its beautiful beaches and welcoming people, the Dominican Republic is a logistics hub with extensive experience in Free Trade zones, and a vibrant economy that offers multiple opportunities for businesses across a variety of sectors, from machinery to IT and from hospitality to services. Discover more about their diplomatic mission in the UK here: https://loom.ly/am0_WC4 #Embassy #NewMember #ChambersWales

What does the Budget mean for business? Today's Budget was the first delivered by the Labour party in 14 years and the first to be delivered by a female Chancellor. Key headlines include the £40bn increase in taxes, changes to employer national insurance contributions, rises in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage and investment plans. 💬 Our interim CEO Gus Williams and the British Chambers of Commerce break down the announcements from today's Budget: https://lnkd.in/d9MCqHyd

🌟Upcoming Events at Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid! 🌟 Coming up in November! Join us for the opportunity to connect with other businesses, explore collaboration opportunities, gain valuable business updates and explore the fantastic newly developed Y Muni in Pontypridd 👀 📅 Dates for your diaries below: 11/11 - Chambers Wales Equity Forum 12/11 - The Future Of Work: New Labour Employment Laws 13/11 - Regional Networking: Pontypridd 19/11 - Chambers Wales International Forum Launch 20/11 - Regional Networking Breakfast: Cardiff 👉Browse and book your tickets here: https://loom.ly/Zb0J2hU *Please note selected events are members and partners only. #UpcomingEvents #ChambersWales #BusinessNetworking

Brand Britain still holds value 🇬🇧 A recent report by the British Chambers of Commerce, IPSO (Independent Press Standards Organisation) and Jones Knowles Ritchie reviews the public and business perception of Brand Britain. The research reveals that 52% of UK exporters feel Britain’s brand helps to boost their sales, with a third of consumers seeking out British brands. Read the full report 👉 https://lnkd.in/e6JgaffT

Increases in Minimum Wage ➡️ the reaction from Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid's interim CEO. As the Chancellor announces a significant increase in the minimum wage, our CEO Gus Williams shares his thoughts on the implications for Welsh businesses, regional competitiveness, and workforce development. Read Gus’ full statement to gain insight into the potential challenges and opportunities these changes bring for Wales' economy. Read the full statement 👉 https://lnkd.in/eEykUR2m #WalesBusiness #MinimumWage #ChambersWales #EconomicDevelopment #SupportingBusinesses

In today’s challenging global market, UK exporters continue to face obstacles. The British Chambers of Commerce breaks down exporting performance in Q3 in its latest Trade Confidence Outlook 👉 https://lnkd.in/eaTa8qbK

We are delighted to welcome a fantastic new member to the Chamber - The Celtic Collection 🙌 Discover The Celtic Collection, a group of luxury hotels and lodges in Wales. Boasting world-class golf courses, award-winning spas, superb restaurants and bars, and a fantastic range of activities. From city to coast and everything in between, each of our venues has its own personality, offering something different to each and every one of our guests. 👀 Discover more about The Celtic Collection here! 👉 https://loom.ly/E_p5KjE #NewMember #ChambersWales #LuxuryHotels #TheCelticCollection

Would your business like to visit one of the top 10 markets for Welsh exports? Check out the latest export market visit led by Busnes Cymru / Business Wales and Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government ⬇️