Positive partnership talks with Chancellor

The British Chambers of Commerce Director General called a meeting with Chancellor Rachel Reeves a “valuable opportunity”.

After attending a meeting with the Chancellor, alongside other business group leaders, Shevaun Haviland said: “The meeting was a valuable opportunity to reaffirm our commitment, on behalf of the businesses across our Chamber network, to work in partnership with Government.

“We outlined our priorities for the Autumn Budget, recognising the public finance challenge. Boosting economic growth and investment is crucial, while maintaining a fiscal environment that protects the UK’s business competitiveness.

“We welcome the Chancellor’s pledge to work with us on plans for an industrial strategy and to boost infrastructure investment.

“We look forward to more discussions with the Chancellor and the Treasury team ahead of her statement on October 30th.”