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Finalists announced in the Somerset Business Awards 2026

Business rates ‘tweaks’ not enough 

Planning system putting the brakes on growth

Clean energy deal a welcome first step, says BCC

Inflation waters remain choppy

Few signs for optimism in labour market

Somerset Chamber welcomes SS&L as a new Business Partner

Growth returns in pre-Budget period

Costs pressures hit jobs market further

Somerset Chamber calls on employers to help shape the county’s workforce

Business Rates anxiety hits record high

More clouds gathering over business confidence

EU trade getting more difficult

Rate cut Christmas cheer for business

Business wary as new employment rights become law

Gloomy picture for jobs and opportunities

Little festive cheer as the UK economy shrinks

BCC Economic Forecast: Budget unlikely to be growth game changer

Shortlist announced for Somerset Business Awards 2026

Employment Rights Act amendment welcomed 

Relief on tax but no blueprint for growth

Little to boost business confidence or economic growth in Budget

Wage increases push up costs for business

September trade slump rounds off weak Q3

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