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BCC International Trade Survey: Exporters need more support to break into global markets

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) on Sunday published a major international trade survey, looking at how many UK companies are currently exporting and the barriers they face in penetrating new gr....

North Valley Forge celebrates 25 years in business,with brand new Electric Gate Showroom right opposite The Hawthorns

Expansion has always been part of the North Valley Forge mindset & they are now one of the foremost operations of its kind in the UK. Established in 1987, the company has now extended its operati....

Birmingham firm wins the gold

Jofson's outstanding customer commitment impresses Mitsubishi Excellent local customer support and reliable products, backed by global resources, proved to be the winning formula for Jofson Ltd at th....

International connectivity would boost Midlands Economy

The Black Country’s Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Chamber of Commerce have endorsed comments by Birmingham Airport that the UK suffers from an acute regional ‘connectivity gap’ and as a....

Charmaine Peart gets in the race to help local charities

Charmaine Peart Marketing & PR has been appointed as the chosen agency to manage the PR campaign for the Mercantile Club Bull Run V. The agency will be maximising opportunities to increase support....

Lord Young report: Supporting smaller firms is crucial to driving economic recovery

Commenting on the report by Lord Young – ‘Growing Your Business’ – published today (Monday), Dr Adam Marshall, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Lord Youn....

Exports up, but Britain’s trade deficit remains too high, says BCC

Commenting on the UK trade figures for March 2013, published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said: “While it is pleasing to see an upturn in ....

Queen’s Speech: business will welcome ‘less is more’ approach, says BCC

Commenting on the Queen’s Speech, John Longworth, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said: “On balance, businesses will welcome the limited package of legislation announce....

How to access millions of potential new customers at West Midlands Export Week

UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) West Midlands held a series of events across the region as part of Export Week 13-17 May, in a bid to encourage new exporters and provide practical advice for exis....

Play your part in the success of Black Country Living Museum

Many Chamber members will be familiar with the Black Country Living Museum. The Museum is one of the UK’s leading open air museums attracting c. 250,000 visitors each year to its astonishing 26-acre....

Black Country Chamber Vice President visits Prime Minister at 10 Downing Street

On Thursday 2nd May, Ninder Johal, Vice President of Black Country Chamber of Commerce accompanied by representatives from the British Chambers of Commerce and thirteen other Chamber members visited D....

Job hopefuls check in to career in hospitality

Job seekers from across the Black Country were given a first hand insight into careers in hospitality at a special session organised by Barnardo’s and the Salvation Army.

BCC/DHL: Confidence among exporters remains high, but mixed fortunes suggest challenges remain

The latest DHL/BCC Trade Confidence Index report – which measures UK exporting activity (Export Index) and business confidence (Confidence Index) – shows that confidence levels in future turnover ....

8 Great Questions to ask a Telemarketing Company

So if you've read the previous 8 Great Ideas, you'll know why including telemarketing in your marketing mix can add real value. The next question is usually which telemarketing company should you use?....

Acas launches six steps to success for small firms

Small firms who are thinking about taking on their first member of staff or who may have had a bumpy experience managing staff for the first time can now access new guidance launched today by workplac....

Collaborative Action to Support Birmingham Drop in Service

A Birmingham based community centre offering a brand new drop in service to local residents has received a fresh lick of paint thanks to food & drink wholesaler, Blakemore Wholesale.

UK public finances will remain under pressure for some time, says BCC

Commenting on the Public Sector Finances for March 2013, published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The headline figure shows an improv....

Extending Funding for Lending will help credit reach growing businesses, says BCC

Commenting on the emerging proposals for the widening of the Funding for Lending Scheme to cover more types of business finance, John Longworth, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, s....

M6 Toll Road trial boost for businesses

Council chiefs and business leaders have welcomed today’s news that lorries will be able to use the M6 toll road for free for a month.Midland Expressway, who operates the M6 Toll Road, has agreed to....

Alternative Business Finance coming to the Black Country to support local firms

Central Finance, a firm of Alternative Business Finance experts, is expanding its services into the Black Country in a bid to support local enterprises. Already having offices in Birmingham and London....

British Chambers of Commerce voted a Business Superbrand

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has been officially named as a Business Superbrand in an influential annual survey that identifies the UK’s strongest business-to-business brands.

MPC right to hold QE, but pressure for increase mounting, says BCC

Commenting on the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) interest rate decision, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said: “We support the MPC’s decision to maintain QE ....

Linking Knowledge to Success

Black Country manufacturers have recently learnt how they can claim back thousands of pounds, but are now calling for more support to help invest in training and employment.

GDP figures reinforce need for more measures to boost growth, says BCC

Commenting on the third GDP estimate for Q4 2012 published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The unrevised decline on the quarter w....

Quarterly Economic Survey: Economy improves and exports strong, but growth will be subdued

The British Chambers of Commerce’s Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) released on Tuesday shows that the economy has made progress, but there are still some mountains to climb before it is fully back o....

Budget 2013: Many positive measures for business, but need for urgency, scale and delivery remains

Commenting on the Chancellor’s Budget speech, John Longworth, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “There is much for business to commend in the Chancellor's statemen....

Walsall College Makes History with Outstanding Ofsted Grade

Historic grading makes Walsall College the first Outstanding general further education college under new inspection framework in the UK, and the first ever to receive a grade one in the Black Country!....

Kerry Collins Recruitment celebrating its 10th birthday

The team at Kerry Collins Recruitment know that people really matter; that’s why they’ve built their company around making connections between clients and candidates that count. Celebrating its 10....

Aspiring but not Inspiring

The Chancellor could have done more today to deliver for enterprise and growth, according to Black Country Chamber of Commerce. Although the need to control the public sector deficit is rightly at th....

The Government must look into more radical measures to support enterprise and growth

Ahead of the budget statement on 20th March, the Black Country Chamber of Commerce has called for the Government to prioritise measures and expenditure that stimulate exports and generate infrastructu....

Black Country Chamber announces new Vice President

Black Country Chamber of Commerce has announced Ninder Johal as their new Vice President, who will succeed President Paul Bennett on 1st April 2014. Over the next twelve months Ninder will work close....

New RGF Access to Finance grants available from UK Steel Enterprise

UK Steel Enterprise is set to launch a new Access to Finance scheme to benefit growing companies in the Black Country. Supported by the Government’s Regional Growth Fund (RGF) programme, the new sch....

BCC Economic Forecast: UK growth reduced in 2013 & 2014, but prospects will improve gradually

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has published its latest economic forecast, which sees UK growth in 2013 revised downwards from 1.0% to 0.6% in 2013, and from 1.8% to 1.7% in 2014.

One of the 'Top 25 Big Companies to Work For’ makes it an awards hat-trick for Midcounties

Community retailer The Midcounties Co-operative and the 9,000 colleagues it employs were today celebrating a stunning hat-trick of national business awards that reflect its growing reputation as an ou....

Road Investment Crucial to Economic Growth

Business Leaders in the region have called for greater recognition of the critical importance to road freight and investment in the strategic road network to support haulage and logistics activity. Re....

Black Country Chamber & Colleges Showcase Apprenticeships

The Black Country Chamber of Commerce worked with local college Patrons to showcase apprenticeships in the region during National Apprentice Week. Apprenticeship Week is designed to celebrate Ap....

Walsall Studio School

In September this year a brand new approach to education and training will be opening in Walsall. The Walsall Studio School & Sixth Form will be offering a new educational pathway for young people....

Black Country Chamber of Commerce and Government Equalities Office encourage focus on equality

The British Chambers of Commerce and Black Country Chamber of Commerce are working in partnership with the Government and Equalities office (GEO) to host a ‘Business is Good for Equality’ seminar ....

Black Country Chamber of Commerce calls for more relationship focussed banking

Businesses across the Black Country continue to experience problems when attempting to access the finance they need to grow. A recent survey carried out by the Black Country Chamber of Commerce shows ....

Party Night raises £5,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

On Saturday the 26th January 2013 all roads led to the Imperial Suite at the National Motorcycle Museum, Bickenhill, Birmingham where Coinadrink Ltd held a Party Night for its staff, suppliers and col....

Nominations open for Sandwell Volunteer Awards

The search is on for the borough's best loved unpaid helpers with the launch of the 2013 Sandwell Volunteer Awards. Local people are invited to nominate volunteers or communi....

8 Great Reasons to Outsource Telemarketing Rather Than Do It In-House

Not all businesses have the time or the skill in-house to undertake telemarketing effectively. And not everyone enjoys making cold calls! There are a number of reasons why successful businesses choose....

GDP figures could harm business confidence, says BCC

Commenting on the preliminary GDP figures for Q4 2012, published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: "The disappointing GDP figures could le....

BCC: Positive job figures will dampen fears of a new UK recession

Commenting on the UK labour market statistics published today by the ONS, David Kern, Chief Economist at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Once again, unemployment is down, employment i....

BCC: Prime Minister is right to renegotiate Britain’s place in Europe, but pace and ambition required

Commenting on today’s speech on Europe by the Prime Minister, the Rt Hon David Cameron MP, John Longworth, Director General at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “The vast majority of busines....

Forster Dean Ltd nominated for the Most Innovative Managing Partners Award

Local Solicitors Firm, Forster Dean Ltd has been nominated for the Most Innovative Managing Partners Award at the prestigious 2013 Managing Partners Forum Award. The awards represent an opportunity to....

Pulse Soccer & Fitness helping our community get fit for life!

Nestled within the heart of the community more than 1,500 residents are already enjoying the sports, health and fitness benefits associated to an accessible, affordable sports hub. The state-of-the-a....

In-Comm achieves new standard

A leading West Midlands training provider is celebrating its 30th birthday in style after becoming one of the first organisations to successfully pass the new Ofsted inspection standards. In-Comm T....

Business Skills Secures Contract to Upskill 1,000 Local Young People

Business Skills and Stourbridge College have been successful in winning a partnership bid for funding with Calderdale College which will benefit up to 1,000 employed young adults in the Dudley Borough....

Multi-Stroke Ltd prove British manufacturing is second to none

The fortunes of Tipton based Multi-Stroke Ltd have taken a certain upward turn, after they successfully secured a new project. Since May last year Multi-Stroke have worked with Rapid EPS making ....

Join Age UK Wolverhampton on 8th Feb for Bobble Day

Each winter, thousands of older people struggle to stay warm and well or keep in touch with others. When the weather is at it’s worst, as many as 200 older people die needlessly every single day. Bu....

Black Country businesses remain defiantly confident

Black Country businesses remain defiantly confident that their turnover and profitability will improve in 2013, despite a highly challenging economic environment. The Black Country Chamber Quarterly E....

Traineeships needed now, but education must improve, says BCC

Commenting on the proposals to launch a national traineeship programme published by the government today, Dr Adam Marshall, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Train....

BCC: Businesses want a re-negotiated relationship with Europe

Ahead of the Prime Minister's long-awaited policy speech on Europe later this month, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has today called for a pragmatic re-negotiation of Britain's relationship wi....

Sensible pension reforms, but defined benefit employers must be protected, says BCC

Commenting on the White Paper on pension reform, published today by the government, Dr Adam Marshall, Director of Policy and External Affairs at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said: "Today’s....

Pay tensions continue in 2013 predict Acas

The Area Director of Britain’s top employment relations service is highlighting the challenges for the world of work in 2013. Malcolm Boswell, Acas West Midlands Area Director, predicts that pay wi....

Compare Energy Bills.com receive ISO 9001 Accreditation

Wolverhampton based energy consultancy and Chamber member, Compare Energy Bills are proud to announce it is now fully accredited to ISO 9001, making it one of the very few companies in the country wit....

Cash payments for scrap metal across England and Wales scrapped

December 3rd saw the end of cash payments for scrap metal across England and Wales. From early December 2012 no scrap metal yard or trader/dealer will be able to trade in cash for scrap metal. Due to ....

Success at the Black Country Chamber Annual Awards!

Businesses from across the Black Country celebrated why Business is good for the Black Country at the Black Country Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards on Thursday 29th November at Wolverhampton Racecou....

Royal Student Cycling from London to Paris

This summer while everyone is on their holidays, 19 year old Chris will be taking on the daunting task of cycling from London to Paris from 17-21 July in aid of Action Medical Research. Spurred on by ....

About Us

Black Country Chamber represents around 1500 businesses employing 56,000 employees across Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall & Wolverhampton.

Membership

We can offer help and support on a range of business issues whilst helping you to raise your company profile & develop a wider sales network.

Policy & External Affairs

We can offer your business the opportunity to constructively and pro-actively shape policy development for the benefit of all businesses.

International Trade

Businesses wishing to begin exporting or improve their export performance can obtain help from the dedicated UKTI Team.

Business Start Ups

The Enterprise Team offers one-to-one start up advice for business start ups. Start up advice is free, impartial and confidential.

Training and Apprenticeships

We have partnerships with our training Patrons who offer a broad range of training, apprenticeships and other employer services.

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Upcoming Events

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Tuesday, 01 Jan 2013 - Wednesday, 31 Jul 2013

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Tuesday, 21 May 2013

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Tuesday, 21 May 2013

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Tuesday, 04 Jun 2013

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