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13 Apr 2023

More London businesses feeling confident about future of the economy, despite economic headwinds

The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has today published the results of its Q1 2023 quarterly economic survey, the Capital 500, which seeks to gauge private sector performance and confidence levels among businesses of all sizes across the capital.

12 Apr 2023

Liverpool Street Station upgrade central to London business growth

The City of London Chamber of Commerce has decided to back the redevelopment of Liverpool Street Station. The proposal is in line with the needs of a contemporary global city which needs high-quality connectivity to key business destinations.

11 Apr 2023

London Chamber calls for action to support refugees

The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) calls for a stronger relationship and enhanced cooperation between regional and central governments to address the refugee housing crisis in London.

31 Mar 2023

London businesses urge Bank Of England not to limit SME lending

LCCI urged the Treasury Minister, Andrew Griffith MP, to intervene with the Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA) to ensure bank capital rules do not hold back lending to small and medium sized businesses.

30 Mar 2023

The Government must bring our business rates system into the 21st century

The Government has taken the first step towards delivering on its long awaited programme of business rates reform.

27 Mar 2023

Government’s U-Turn On HS2 Hampers London Business Growth

LCCI is disappointed with the Government’s indecision and sudden change of plans to not terminate the High Speed 2 (HS2) rail line at Euston.

23 Mar 2023

LCCI reacts to Bank of England Interest Rate rise

A statement from Richard Burge regarding the Bank of England’s decision to raise the base interest rate to 4.25%.

22 Mar 2023

Single, Smart Road Charging Scheme Needed to Boost London Business Efficiency

The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called for reform to the current road user charging scheme by developing a single, smart scheme instead. The call was made by LCCI in its submission to the London Assembly.

20 Mar 2023

LCCI Pledges Support To Ukraine's Post War Recovery

Today’s ‘Road to URC’ event is an important step in aiding Ukraine’s reconstruction and supporting its long-term economic recovery.

15 Mar 2023

Spring Budget Does Not Meet London Business Expectations

LCCI, in response to the Spring Budget, declared that it fell short of delivering optimum value and support for London businesses.

13 Mar 2023

NPPF: Balance Between Business and Housing Needs Vital To ‘Levelling Up’

The Chamber responded to the consultation on the Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC).

10 Mar 2023

Each and every delay to HS2 will affect thousands of businesses across the UK

The success of HS2 is crucial to ensure equal distribution of opportunities across communities in the UK, and every aspect of the strategy that is removed, delayed or hindered will affect thousands of businesses in London and right across the country.