Access a variety of reports and publications on current policy issues and agendas so you can make the most informed decisions for your business.
These reports collate the research findings from our in-house surveys and national business surveys to keep members informed of developments in key policy areas that affect business.
This gives your business a competitive advantage by knowing what is happening within the local region and beyond and providing the latest insights into policy issues.
Access briefing papers, reports and publications on current policy areas below: (PDF Downloads)
Shropshire Chamber is calling on all innovative and enterprising businesses from across the county to apply for one of the country’s most prestigious honours- the King’s Award for Enterprise
These awards display outstanding achievements in international trade, innovation, sustainable development and promoting opportunity (through social mobility).
These awards are valid for 5 years and winners have benefited from worldwide recognition, increased commercial value, greater press coverage and a boost to staff morale.
To be eligible for an award, you must be a company based in the UK, have at least two full time UK employees part-time equivalent, file its company tax returns with HMRC, be a self-contained enterprise that markets its own products or services under its own management and demonstrate strong cooperate social responsibility.
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Shropshire Chamber of Commerce compile economic data from a variety of businesses across the Shropshire region. Members can use this economic data to gain a competitive edge through the latest knowledge the local economy and the wider economic sentiment.
Our economic data and the data gathered by the wider Chamber Network assist us with formulating policy arguments to raise to Government. This data also provides easy to use commentary on the key economic indicators for businesses and access to economic data compiled by external organisations.
The QES is the largest private sector business outlook survey in the UK and the flagship economic survey of the British Chambers of Commerce. The results from the survey are used to measure the state of business sentiment and monitored by a range of national institutions such as the Bank of England, HM Treasury and independent economists.
Its results allow the Chamber to accurately represent current operating conditions and business confidence across the region when communicating with local, regional and national decision-makers.
Your opinions and views are very important to us as they help us to better represent you.
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The Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) sets monetary policy to keep inflation low and stable, which supports growth and jobs. The 2% inflation target is symmetric and applies at all times.
The MPC recognises that the actual inflation rate will depart from its target as a result of shocks and disturbances, and that attempts to keep inflation at target in these circumstances may cause undesirable volatility in output. The MPC will communicate how and when it intends to return inflation to the target.
The Monetary Policy Report (MPR) is produced quarterly and allows the MPC to share its thinking and explain the reasons for its decisions.
The national economic data provided by BCC and other surveys provides a strong economic indicator for UK businesses and is an accurate economic forecast.
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The Chamber's Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) is the region’s barometer of business confidence.
As the most highly respected national business survey, the results, alongside those from other accredited Chambers, form part of the largest survey of its kind in the UK and is recognised as a key economic indicator by the Government, the Bank of England, independent economists and provides the evidence needed for the British Chambers of Commerce to lobby Government.
The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) results allow the Shropshire Chamber to accurately represent an up-to-date snapshot of current operating conditions and business confidence across the county in our engagement work with local, regional, and national decision-makers.
Your opinions and views are very important as the stronger the voice, the greater the impact we can have on local and national policy. Small or large, public or private sector, it applies to all, and rest assured the survey is anonymous and you can skip bits that do not apply to your type of business. Please note this is only open to businesses in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. A link is provided to each Chamber-member via email; however, the survey is open to non-members too by simply contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
To view past local results, see below. To view the national Quarterly Economic Survey results and other economic data provided by the British Chambers of Commerce Research team, please click here.
If your company would like to take part in these surveys, please contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Contact us today to ensure your voice is heard.
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Shropshire – Quarterly Economic Survey Results
QES Local vs National Survey Results by Quarter
Shropshire – Quarterly Economic Survey Results
QES Local vs National Survey Results by Quarter
Shropshire – Quarterly Economic Survey Results
QES Local vs National Survey Results by Quarter
Shropshire – Quarterly Economic Survey Results
QES Local vs National Survey Results by Quarter
Shropshire – Quarterly Economic Survey Results
Shropshire – QES Results
Shropshire – QES Results
Shropshire – QES Results
The objectives of monetary policy are to keep inflation stable and to support economic growth.
The Bank of England publishes a wide range of economic data throughout the year. Below you will find links to two of the regular publications from the Bank of England.
The Monetary Policy Report and the Money & Credit Report
The Monetary Policy Report is quarterly and explains the decisions taken on interest rates by the Bank’s MPC (Monetary Policy Committee). The Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) sets monetary policy to keep inflation low and stable, which supports growth and jobs. Subject to maintaining price stability, the MPC is also required to support the Government’s economic policy.
The Money & Credit Report. A monthly money and credit statistical release made up of three parts: broad money and credit, lending to individuals and lending to businesses. These monthly statistics on the amount of, and interest rates on, borrowing and deposits by households and businesses are used by the Bank’s policy committees to understand economic trends and developments in the UK banking system.
A comprehensive range of Bank of England reports can be accessed through the Publications page on the Bank of England website.
Shropshire Chamber develop all policy arguments through engagement with members and local businesses. This ensures that your voice is heard by the right people.
We listen to our members and the local business community on the issues that concern them and use this knowledge to ensure that Government take these into account when formulating business policy. This includes lobbying and consultations, chamber forums and the Quarterly Economic Surveys.
Our policy and representation activities allow us to influence decisions on a wide variety of subjects including transport, regional development, sectoral issues, and inward development.
The Chamber maintains strong relations with policymakers in the region to give members a voice in the decision-making process. We support members to engage with decision makers in the region and facilitate direct communication with policymakers who make decisions that affect your business. Our policy events allow businesses to raise concerns and discuss policy issues affecting their business with key local policymakers.
It’s our objective to ensure that your voice – whatever the size or sector of your business – is heard when local councils and government agencies are formulating policy or consulting the business community.
All businesses are subject to changes in government policies which can impact the way businesses operate. Our activity ensures Shropshire businesses are represented in policy decisions at all levels of government.
All policy arguments are developed through engagement with members. We do this work so you do not have to.
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Shropshire Chamber’s Policy and Representation department help local businesses to understand policy decisions that affect their business and ensure that the voice of business is heard by decision-makers through the following approaches:
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We develop all policy arguments and campaigns through direct engagement with our members and local businesses to ensure that we best represent the views of your business and lobby on the issues that you are facing.
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Shropshire Chamber of Commerce compile economic data from a variety of businesses across the Shropshire region. Our economic data and the data gathered by the wider Chamber Network assist us with formulating policy arguments to raise to Government. This data also provides easy to use commentary on the key economic indicators for businesses and access to economic data compiled by external organisations.
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We regularly publish reports and publications to provide businesses with easy access to information on current policy developments including briefing papers and economic reports. This information assists you when making business decisions and planning.
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