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10 Jul 2017

Greater emphasis on technical education vital for London to remain competitive say London businesses

More needs to be done to improve technical education, including increasing funding levels, according to a new survey by London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI).

3 Jul 2017

A quarter of businesses believe they cannot stop cyber crimes happening

The Government is being urged to do more to help businesses protect themselves from cyber crimes as a quarter of London businesses (24%) say they are not capable of preventing such crimes from happening

27 Jun 2017

Listen to business in Brexit negotiations warns new LCCI report

London businesses have retained a pragmatic and level-headed approach to Brexit but have growing concerns about potential barriers to future trade and the capital's pressing 'domestic' policy agenda being overlooked.

22 Jun 2017

London businesses hail advent of the 24-hour tube

Colin Stanbridge, Chief Executive of London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has said the 24-hour tube network will help to bolster this part of London's economy.

21 Jun 2017

London Chamber welcomes more engagement with business community in Queen's Speech

Commenting on the Queen's Speech, Chief Executive of London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Colin Stanbridge said: "We welcome the Government's intension to intensify engagement with the business community, whose experience and insight will be vital".

9 Jun 2017

London Chamber says forming a credible Government is essential

One of London's biggest business lobby groups has today called on political party leaders to establish a credible Government as soon as possible so they can get to work and prioritise infrastructure projects to protect and re-energise the whole country's economy.

9 Jun 2017

Decision not dithering is needed on airport expansion

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called on Government to be prepared to make a swift and clear decision on airport expansion.

5 Jun 2017

London Chamber sets out its manifesto to create a thriving business environment

London's leading business organisation, London Chamber of Commerce and Industry has called on the next government to ensure the capital continues to thrive as a place to do business as it negotiates the exit from the EU.

30 May 2017

London Chamber sets out manifesto priorities to equip tomorrow's workforce with skills to compete

London's leading business organisation, London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called on the next government to help give the emerging workforce the skills it needs to thrive in business through several practical measures.

26 May 2017

Heathrow will be absolutely key to post-Brexit Britain's competitiveness

The planned expansion of Heathrow Airport should go ahead to ensure Britain can compete and succeed after Brexit, the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has said.

25 May 2017

New migration figures pose a risk for London's construction industry says LCCI

The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry is seriously concerned about the new ONS migration figures announced today and its impact on London's workforce.

23 May 2017

LCCI says Theresa May's EU citizen offer is welcome, but raises questions

Chief Executive of London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Colin Stanbridge, has responded to the Prime Minister's offer of guarantees for EU citizens living and working in the UK, made at last night's European Council meeting.