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Hard Brexit could boost UK economy by
Quitting the EU could boost the UK economy by as much as £135bn a year, according to a comprehensive new report by a team of leading economists.
DIT announces series of Northern Powerhouse trade missions
A series of global trade missions for Northern Powerhouse companies is being organised between September and March 2018 by the Department for International Trade (DIT).
Tough 'Brexit' terms could prompt UK pivot to emerging markets
UK to try to spark its economy through trade with emerging markets if unable to preserve basic outlines of its current relationship with EU trading partners, Agility Review.
BCC: 'No deal' not an option for business communities
BCC post-election survey of over 2,400 companies shows mixed views on preferred objectives for the UK in Brexit negotiations.
BCC reacts to Queen's Speech
Consensus and a strong partnership between government and business will be critical at a time of significant change.



