Confidence in growth prospects dip London business leader’s confidence in the capital’s economic growth prospects has dipped, with a 16 point decline in the balance figure for firms expecting the London economy to grow in comparison to the previous quarter. This is according to new research from London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). The
In his 2015 budget, Chancellor George Osborne revealed plans to allow shops in England and Wales to open for longer on Sundays. The intention is to give local authorities ( or elect mayors) the power to decide whether to relax Sunday trading laws locally if this is likely to boost economic activity and employment. Local
London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called for renewed investment ahead of next month’s Spending Review. Making representations to the Treasury the Chamber has said that the government must ensure that London is not overlooked or left behind in the push to secure roll-out of greater devolution across England. LCCI Chief Executive Colin Stanbridge (below) said:
