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Autumn Budget Response 2024

Following the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget on 30th October 2024, East Midlands Chamber conducted a snap survey of businesses based in the East Midlands.

The survey highlights the specific impact of the Budget on business sentiment, growth projections, and overall confidence.

You can read a full breakdown of the responses below.

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Help Shape the Future for East Midlands Business

The Q4 East Midlands Chamber Economic Survey is now open, inviting business cross the region to share their insights. Recognised by Government, the Bank of England and economists as a vital indicator, the survey informs policy and guides targeted business support.

Contribute your voice to influence post-Autumn Budget discussion and receive a personalised report benchmarking your business against others.

Your input is crucial in driving sustainable growth for our region.

Complete the Survey

Chamber AGM - 9 December

The Chamber's AGM will take place on 9 December at Toyota, Derby.

Chamber President Stuart Dawkins will reflect on his time as President and the changes that have happened during that time.

We will also hear from some of our Business Awards winners and there will be plenty of time for networking before the event.

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A Manifesto for Growth 2024

At the core of the Chamber’s lobbying activity, and directly influenced by our engagement with members, is our blueprint for economic growth, titled A Manifesto for Growth 2024.

The seven-page document, which was launched during a special reception at Westminster, sets out a series of national policies that would support businesses like those in our region to succeed and grow the national economy.

Read the manifesto now

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Get advice to grow your business. Build a network of valuable connections. Develop new skills and knowledge. Have your say on important local matters or raise your profile. We have a range of support services, explore more by selecting the most appropriate route for you below.

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Business Network Magazine

East Midlands Chamber’s highly-respected flagship magazine is at the heart of issues affecting businesses in the region across a wide range of features and news.

The magazine features interviews with high level people as well as the latest news, opinion and events from the Chamber and our members.

Click the link below to find out more and read the latest edition.

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Our upcoming events

Browse the latest events including networking, workshops and conferences across the East Midlands.

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Eligible SMEs

Mansfield Accelerator Business Support Event

13th December 2024

10:00am - 1:00pm

Mansfield , NG18 5DA

More dates available

FREE

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Autumn Budget Response 2024

Help Shape the Future for East Midlands Business

Chamber AGM - 9 December

A Manifesto for Growth 2024

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Business Network Magazine

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Our upcoming events

Mansfield Accelerator Business Support Event

Gedling Business Advisory Surgery

Derbyshire Business Hub

International Trade Operations and Procedures BCC Accredited

Derbyshire Manufacturing Network

Online Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Nottinghamshire Manufacturing Network

Two-day Effective Team Leader

Blogging with Authority and Trust

Marketing Made Easy for Tourism Businesses

Generation Next Members Only - Leadership Skills for Young Professionals Webinar

Generating and Winning New Sales

Using AI for SEO

ATA Carnets and how to use them

Handling difficult situations and people

Customs Procedures and Documentation

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Refresher

Carbon Literacy for SMEs

Getting started with podcasting for business

Chamber Connect Online Networking

Rushcliffe Business Advisory Surgery

Decarbonising Governance

Export Documentation

Gedling Business Advisory Surgery

Harnessing AI for Business: Practical Applications and Legal Insights

How to do your own PR: Putting your Tourism Business ‘on the map’

Low-Cost Carbon Cuts: Affordable Tech, Savvy Procurement, and Smart Behaviour

Lunch & learn – Fully funded Training supporting net zero (Automotive & Built Environment sectors)

HR Essentials

Selecting the right Social Media Tools to help you

Gedling Business Support Network Meeting

Understanding Business Finance

Leicestershire Manufacturing Network

Generation Next - January Social 2025 - Coffee & Cake

Green your Business: Save money and attract new visitors

Your Guide to Performance Management

The one-hour Google Ads course

Decoding ISO and PAS Standards on the Net Zero Journey

Using Video in Content Marketing

Conducting workplace investigations – Top tips on avoiding common pitfalls!

Maximise Your Membership - January 2025

Time Management

How to Safely Update your WordPress Website

To offset or not to offset

Welcoming Visitors with Autism

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Awareness Webinar

Welcoming Visitors with Dementia

Derby Manufacturing Network

Assertiveness and personal effectiveness

Email marketing 101 for businesses

Champagne Marketing on a Lemonade Budget

Managing Finance

Generation Next Members Only - Building a Personal Brand

Your Net Zero journey - Carbon Management Maturity model & supply chain engagement in scope 3

Gedling Business Advisory Surgery

Customer Service Excellence - getting it right!

WordPress Masterclass

Net Zero Journey: Understanding & Implementing Carbon Reduction Planning with Science-Based Targets

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Friend to Supervisor - establishing authority

Selling for non-sales people

Harnessing AI for Business: Practical Applications and Legal Insights

How to do your own PR: Putting your Tourism Business ‘on the map’

Getting Started with HR Essentials

How environmental responsibility can bring your business alive