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The Chamber has submitted a response to the government’s comprehensive spending review consultation, calling for targeted investment and policy changes to unlock economic growth across the region.

John McCabe, chief executive at the North East Chamber of Commerce, said:

The North East Chamber of Commerce has announced the launch of its inaugural Future Leaders Programme, a new initiative designed to nurture early-career professionals and equip them with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the modern workplace.

The North East Chamber of Commerce welcomed Nat Benjamin, executive director for financial stability strategy and risk at the Bank of England, to Newcastle last week for a member briefing hosted by Womble Bond Dickinson. Nat outlined how financial stability underpins the conditions in which businesses can invest, innovate and grow, and reflected on the Bank’s recent work to reduce barriers in the financial system that may be holding back productivity and long-term investment.

Although it is still early days since our latest Policy Plan 2025-2027, ‘Unlocking the North East’, below is an attempt to summarise our progress, so far, on the six Policy Pillars in the plan:

The recent COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, delivered results that matter for businesses of all sizes, especially for those looking ahead to opportunities and risks in a changing economy.

John McCabe, Chief Executive of the North East Chamber of Commerce, said:

The North East Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome National Grid as its newest Partner member, reinforcing a shared commitment to sustainability, connectivity and lasting regional prosperity.

Knowledge piece by Chamber FX partners, Moneycorp

The North East Chamber of Commerce is pleased to share that two of its members, Southern Asset Management and Square One Law, have been named among just five national winners at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Business Awards 2025.

The North East Chamber of Commerce has submitted its priorities ahead of the UK Autumn Budget, calling for practical, high-impact measures to unlock economic growth and job creation across the region.

By Rhiannon Bearne, deputy chief executive

John McCabe, chief executive at the North East Chamber of Commerce, has reaffirmed his commitment to collaboration and regional growth at today’s North East CA’s Cabinet meeting.

The North East Chamber of Commerce has launched its new policy plan 2025–27, Unlocking the North East Economy, outlining how business, government and communities can collaborate to drive growth, create high-quality jobs and build a fairer future.

The Chamber has formally launched its new Business Services Ecosystem, designed to connect members, promote local expertise and provide exclusive services to help businesses save time, reduce costs, and grow.

Ahead of our September newsletter, we caught up with Stuart Jones, Managing Director at First Rail Open Access, the operator of Chamber Partner members, Lumo.

By SUEZ recycling and recovery UK

Ahead of our August Newsletter, we caught up with Chamber chair of partners, Dr Suzanne Hague, principal lecturer at Teesside University International Business School.

The North East Chamber of Commerce and North East Enterprise Agencies Ltd (NEEAL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen support for the region’s start-up and small business community.