Quarterly Economic Survey

The Chamber's Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) is the region’s barometer of business confidence.

Why the QES Matters - Download a PDF Guide

“I have hugely benefitted from partnering with the Chamber of Commerce in supporting South Shropshire’s local economy. Their reports [Quarterly Economic Survey] give me a helpful statistical analysis that compliments what I hear on the ground when I go out and meet local businesses. This is vital as I call on the Government to take the challenges facing our rural economy more seriously.” Stuart Anderson MP Member of Parliament for South Shropshire

“I am always fascinated to learn more about our amazing range of local businesses, and I am always impressed by the level of success we have amongst our own business community. However, it is also useful to understand the challenges and concerns businesses are grappling with so I can feed back to Ministers the impact of policy approaches, on the ground. It means I am better placed to shape legislation where amendments are needed and act as your voice in parliament” Julia Buckley Member of Parliament for Shrewsbury

The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) is the UK’s largest and longest-running independent survey of business sentiment. Founded in 1989 and comprising of around 5,000 respondents each quarter from across the UK, it provides unparalleled insight into how UK businesses are performing from quarter to quarter.

As the largest and most representative independent business survey of its kind in the UK, the QES is closely watched by policymakers such as the Treasury, the Bank of England and the Office of Budget Responsibility, while also attracting significant media attention.

The local QES results allow the Shropshire Chamber to accurately represent an up-to-date snapshot of current operating conditions and business to local and regional decision-makers.

Your opinions are very important as the stronger the voice. Small or large, public or private sector, it is open to all. 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 join the mailing list.

To view past local results, see below. To view the national QES results, and other economic data provided by the BCC 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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