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13 Sep 2017

London business body supports a 'Crossrail for the North'

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called on the government to seriously explore the construction of the so-called 'Crossrail for the North' rail line.

1 Sep 2017

LCCI says abstract financial settlement is not the answer

Chief Executive of London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Colin Stanbridge today commented on reports that Brexit negotiations had stalled over a "divorce" bill.

17 Aug 2017

London businesses say rent and rates are of most concern

The survey of more than 500 businesses, undertaken by ComRes for London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) found 33% citing rental costs as their most common worry followed by business rates at 29%.

15 Aug 2017

London Chamber of Commerce welcomes Government customs position paper

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry today welcomed the Government's position paper of plans to contune Britain's current customs arrangements for several years after Brexit.

15 Aug 2017

LCCI says train services need to improve as price hike is expected

Following today's announcement that rail fares could rise by up to 3.6% in January London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has renewed its calls for TfL to take over responsibility for suburban train services in London.

4 Aug 2017

Now is the time to rise to the economic challenge says London Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Businesses need Government support to continue to weather an uncertain storm, new research from London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has found.

2 Aug 2017

Mayor urged to appoint Freight Commissioner for London

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan has been urged to appoint a "Freight Commissioner" in order to navigate the growing logistical demands of the capital.

27 Jul 2017

Home Secretary's comments on immigration welcome says LCCI

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has welcomed the latest comments from Home Secretary Amber Rudd which suggest the door will be kept open to workers after Brexit.

24 Jul 2017

London Chamber welcomes Chris Grayling's support for Crossrail 2

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) today welcomed the news that Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has confirmed that he is supporting the Crossrail 2 project.

21 Jul 2017

London workers are already beginning the Brexit exodus say businesses

A third of businesses with EU staff (31%) have lost employees as a result of Brexit according to a shocking new survey has revealed.

18 Jul 2017

New London local business survey launched

Increasing transport and housing costs mean businesses in London face stiff challenges in recruiting and retaining staff - a unique new survey revealed today.

12 Jul 2017

Government must tackle business confidence with positive Brexit talks but not ignore domestic agenda

Positive Brexit talks and a commitment to invest in the both the capital's infrastructure and skills are vital for business confidence and security a new report has found.