Category Archives: Business News
Business News
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New figures reveal government spending is failing SMEs
Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber has called on the UK Government to do more to back SME businesses across the UK, after a new report revealed that it is failing to […]
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The King’s Awards for Enterprise 2027
The King’s Awards for Enterprise, formerly known as The Queen’s Award for Enterprise, represent the most prestigious official recognition for UK businesses. This esteemed awards programme celebrates outstanding achievements in […]
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Chamber President responds to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement
Businesses have delivered a cautious response to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, warning that while the UK economy is showing signs of stability, significant barriers to growth remain for firms across […]
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Survey Shows South Yorkshire Business Confidence at Three-Year Low
South Yorkshire’s latest Quarterly Economic Survey, published towards the end of 2025, paints a challenging picture for the region’s business community. Over 250 businesses across South Yorkshire shared their views […]
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Budget 2025 – Key Highlights from Patron Brearley & Co
The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, announced on 26 November 2025, brings major changes that will affect households and businesses across the UK. Brearley & Co, proud Patron of Barnsley & Rotherham […]
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Chamber responds to Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget 2025
Businesses have delivered a mixed verdict on the Autumn Budget 2025, with many warning that Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves’ budget fails to provide a clear blueprint for growth. […]
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South Yorkshire Chambers Unite to Drive Skills Revolution Across the Region
South Yorkshire’s business community is taking decisive action to reshape the region’s skills system, as the three Chambers of Commerce — Doncaster, Sheffield, and Barnsley & Rotherham — launch the […]
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Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber welcome decision to re-open Doncaster-Sheffield Airport
The green light given today, which aims to see the re-opening Doncaster Sheffield Airport today has been welcomed by Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber. Following a meeting concluded this afternoon (9th […]
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New Trade Strategy to protect and boost British business
The strategy will make the UK the most connected nation in the world while protecting vital industries from global threats and backing businesses to thrive. Read the full strategy here. […]
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South Yorkshire Businesses Highlight Growth Ambitions Amid Challenging Conditions
Today we’ve released the latest findings from our Quarterly Economic Survey (QES), offering a timely snapshot of business sentiment and economic conditions across the region. Covering the period from April […]
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Yorkshire businesses call on government to back Blunkett rail review
Yorkshire businesses have written an open letter to the Chancellor calling on them to back the recently published Yorkshire’s Plan for Rail, led by Lord David Blunkett. They want to […]
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Carrie Sudbury, Chief Executive of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber responds to Chancellor’s Spring statement
Responding to the Chancellor’s Spring statement, Carrie Sudbury, Chief Executive of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber said: “Today’s announcement will offer little comfort to businesses. Many of our members are facing […]
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