Prime Minister Andy Burnham has set a target of ‘good growth in every postcode’.
But how easy is this to achieve in the North East?
What are the region’s strengths and weaknesses and what do central government, regional Mayors and businesses need to do to make this happen?
Join us at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music on Tuesday 20 October for a focused, insight-led event headlined by BCC President, and former Bank of England Chief Economist, Andy Haldane CBE.
The briefing will bring the latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) data from Chamber businesses to life — and use it to provide practical advice on action for the North East economy.
Building on the British Chambers of Commerce national campaign to Back Business, Cuts Costs and Deliver Growth, this event will explore the latest economic intelligence and what the budget must do to unlock growth.
We are delighted that Andy will be speaking, offering a national perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing UK businesses.
Why attend?
- Latest QES data — national and North East insights on confidence, costs, recruitment and trade
- Regional context — how the North East compares to the UK picture
- Expert analysis — what the data means for your business
- Policy engagement — hear directly from regional leaders and decision-makers
- Your voice heard — contribute to the debate shaping the region’s economic future
What to expect
A fast-paced, interactive session combining data, insight and discussion:
- National economic trends impacting UK businesses
- North East QES data and regional performance
- Chamber and business insights on priorities for the budget
- A high-profile panel focused on turning insight into action
- Live audience Q&A with the opportunity to raise key issues
