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Recruitment Static as Firms Assess NI Impact

Recruitment remains static with 55% of firms attempting to hire staff in the last three months (compared with 54% in Q1) Hiring remains challenging despite some respite, with 73% of firms reporting difficulties in Q2 (76% in Q1) Transport and logistics (80%) and construction (77%)

Industrial Strategy ‘An Important Milestone’

Responding to the government’s Industrial Strategy published this week (Monday 23 June, 2025) Ross McNally, Chief Executive and Executive Chairman of Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, said: “Finally, we have a national plan that focuses on long-term growth over ten years. “It’s a welcome move that

Unemployment Up As Business Costs Rise

Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The increase in employment costs for business appears to be starting to bite with today’s data showing a rise

Championing inclusive workplaces: Diversity is better for everyone

Charity Inclusion Education are joining forces with their partners at Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, Hampshire County Council, Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, Destination Basingstoke, Basingstoke Bizspace and Simpila Wellbeing, to present the third in a series of events highlighting the importance and benefit of diversity

Hampshire Chamber launches new benefit for members

Hampshire Chamber is pleased to launch a brand-new benefit for our members - exclusive online access to expert-led business resources, available anytime, anywhere. In partnership with business support specialists WSX Enterprise, we’re offering members a wide selection of on-demand tutorials and webinars covering essential topics