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A family-run Brighton building firm has launched a new division focused on building compliance, safety and performance improvement – as demand from landlords, housing associations and local authorities to bring existing buildings up to standard continues to grow.

Four fifths of firms (80%) report an existing or expected impact from the Iran conflict, according to research by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).

Responding to measures announced by the Chancellor this lunchtime, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said:

Pilbeam Construction, working closely with University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust has completed a project to modernise and enhance the existing public toilets for visitors and patients at The Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath.

Responding to the news that a free trade agreement has been made with the six Arab states which comprise the Gulf Cooperation Council, William Bain, Head of Trade Policyat the British Chambers of Commerce, said:

Reacting to the government announcement on a series of pilot schemes on fit note reform, Hannah Larsen, Policy Officer at the BCC said: 

The Directors’ Hub is a peer to peer support club built for directors, founders, CEOs, partners, and senior decision makers across Sussex.

Direct public sector procurement spend with SMEs hit a six year high of 21% last year, according to the latest report by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and public procurement intelligence provider Tussell.

Willmott Dixon Interiors have been commissioned by Horsham District Council to refurbish Capitol Theatre. As part of the social value element of the contact Willmott Dixon Interiors are partnering with The Lighthouse Charity to deliver a virtual Mental Health briefing covering the key signs to look our for and useful services that are available.

Responding to the latest inflation data, published this morning by the Office for National Statistics, Caterina Batog, Research & Economics Analyst, at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: 

Creative Process Digital’s AI for Business Bootcamp is a FREE 8-week, in-person training programme in Brighton, designed to help businesses upskill existing employees with practical, real-world AI knowledge and digital confidence.

Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Patrick Milnes, Head of Policy for People and Work at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:

Decisive action is needed to tackle the ‘hidden threat’ of crime against businesses damaging growth, according to a new report from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).  

Events for your diary at the Crawley Innovation Centre

Salike® intends to lead on transition of Sustainable Geotechnical and Natural Fibre Engineering Solutions in the UK

The UK’s leading business organisations have signed a joint letter pledging to take a stand against antisemitism, committing to concrete action to support Jewish employees and foster inclusive workplaces.

Horsham District Council is inviting local employers looking to attract new talent to book a stand for the Jobs and Skills Fair 2026.

Cyber attacks don’t wait for someone to be at their desk. Yet many organisations still protect their systems as if threats only appear between nine and five.

Responding to the latest GDP data published by the Office for National Statistics this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said:

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned that changes to UK steel quotas and tariffs could add millions of pounds to manufacturers’ costs.

The Sussex Sign Company is proud to announce that it has been named Runner-Up in the “Business of the Year” category at the prestigious Seahaven Business Awards 2026.

Responding to today’s King’s Speech, Shevaun Haviland CBE, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said:  

The BCC is calling on the Government to grab the chance to fix the UK’s broken business rates system in its legislative agenda for the King’s Speech. 

Chichester event technology company Eventflow has been named as a finalist in the Best AI for Customer Service category at the Event Technology Awards: AI Edition 2026.

Kathy sat down with Brighton business consultant Clive Bonny to unpack Social Value Certification—an accreditation for organisations and individuals making a real difference locally

Pentagon are delighted to share that their Quality Leader; Lloyd Bolton has attained CQI Practitioner Certification in Quality Management.

Why Choose the BCC AI Academy? Most courses give you theory... We give you transformation. Backed by the British Chambers of Commerce. Trusted by governments and global enterprises. Ongoing updates ensure your skills evolve with AI.

Adelphi Group of Companies, a UK manufacturer and supplier of processing and packaging machinery, on the company officially opening its Tandem Works manufacturing facility in Huddersfield.

Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said:

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is urging Government to prioritise the UK’s economic security, after 10 years of geopolitical shocks have repeatedly damaged growth.

Staying competitive increasingly depends on how effectively businesses use the tools they already have. Many small and medium-sized organisations across the South East rely on Microsoft 365 for daily operations, but the platform has evolved quickly. Today, advanced capabilities once reserved for large enterprises are readily available to SMEs. Understanding these productivity trends allows businesses to work smarter without increasing overheads.

Birling Gap beach will open a week before schedule after works to repair the staircase, which was damaged in recent storms, has been completed.

Our FREE 8-week Video Game Technical Art Bootcamp is coming soon — and it’s your chance to step into the world of game development.

A new pipe lining system has been used for the first time to protect a water pumping system vital to the continued operation of Shoreham Port.

Elderly residents at a sheltered housing complex in Rustington are getting together more frequently after a modern community hall was completed by Pilbeam Construction.

The rise of AI is transforming the long-running debate over CCTV versus security guards.

Our FREE 8-week Coding & Software Engineering Bootcamp is coming soon — and it’s designed to help you go from “I know a bit” to “I’m job-ready.”

During a busy workday, an urgent email from your “finance director” can be easy to trust. One hurried click later, sensitive data or funds may be lost. This is why social engineering scams are one of the most effective cyber threats facing small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) today.

A recently opened innovation centre that helps ambitious local entrepreneurs grow their businesses is launching a series of free business events and workshops from its base in the Manor Royal Business District in Crawley.

Nearly three quarters of firms (71%) say they experienced hiring difficulties in Q1 of 2026, according to the latest data from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).