Whatever your business, whatever your challenges - we can help!
Business is done better together
Our members face a range of challenges and issues which impact their ability to grow and do business. Our policy and representation work connects directly with central government, local government, policymakers and influencers. Simply put, we are a powerful platform which amplifies the voice of the local business community and ensures that the needs of Black Country firms are listened to and taken seriously.
Our Work
As one of 53 Chambers within the British Chambers of Commerce network, we have run a number of local campaigns and projects and meet regularly with politicians and decision makers to create a powerful platform for the region’s business community.
COVID-19 Business Guidance
HELP YOUR BUSINESS RECOVER FROM THE IMPACTS OF COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS) As COVID-19 continues to impact the operations of businesses, learn more about the steps your business can implement to minimise the impact on local communities,...
Kickstart Scheme
Kickstart Scheme The Government recently announced a new Kickstart Scheme, which aims to provide funding to employers to create new 6-month job placements for young people who are currently on Universal Credit and at risk of...
Black Country 2.0
Black Country 2.0 is a joined-up call for businesses, business owners, industry leaders and decision makers to come together and work with the power of our Chamber network to ensure that, as a region we can reboot, rebuild and rebound.
Walsall Diversity Project
Walsall Diversity Project This project aims to understand businesses in Walsall and their approach to Diversity and Inclusion practices in the workplace. The project will work across three elements: a research study, a virtual...
Brexit
TRADE AND TRANSITION SUPPORT FOR BUSINESSES On 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period ended. A new Trade Co-operation Agreement governing future trading relations between the UK and the EU came into law on 1 January 2021. ...
Making More
Manufacturing is a key component of the Black Country economy and an important part of our region's heritage. Our Manufacturers' Club meets on a regular basis for peer-to-peer discussions on relevant topics. Through this campaign, we aim...
Armed Forces
Supporting the Armed Forces Community The Black Country Chamber of Commerce works tirelessly to help raise awareness of the businesses, skills and employability of our UK Armed Forces community. In 2020 we proudly received the...
Have Your Say
WHAT IS THE QUARTERLY ECONOMIC SURVEY? As the most authoritative national business confidence survey, and the first to be published in each quarter, the results of this survey are closely watched by both HM Treasury and the Bank of...
Women in Leadership
BLACK COUNTRY WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP A project of the Black Country Chamber of Commerce, Black Country Women in Leadership was established in May 2019 in order to support and celebrate women in senior leadership roles and to...
Documents
Document Download Area We have a variety of useful documents available for you to download.
Start Up Dudley
Start-Up Dudley is a three-stage support programme to help your new business or business idea flourish Are you thinking about starting a business or are you running a new business? Do you live in,...
APPG
All Party Parliamentary Group for the Black Country The All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Black Country (APPG-BC) brings together Parliamentarians from across the political spectrum to raise awareness of and to discuss the importance...
