The CBI

London, UK, 30-10-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — High street sales were flat in the year to October, disappointing retailers’ expectations for another solid rise, but robust growth is expected to return next month, the CBI said today. The CBI’s latest monthly Distributive Trades … Read the full press release →

30-9-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Associated British Ports (ABP) has announced a reorganisation of its Humber ports to bring its operational and commercial teams under one umbrella. Currently separated into two directorates covering Hull and Goole on the north bank of the … Read the full press release →

23-7-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The CBI responded to the publication of the first six reports in the Review of the Balance of Competences examining the UK’s relationship with the EU. Katja Hall, CBI Chief Policy Director, said: “Any EU reform agenda … Read the full press release →

Brussels, 18-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Secretary of State sets out his vision for a robust European Union Energy and Climate framework for 2030. Originally given at Residence Palace, Brussels. This is the text of the speech as drafted, which may differ … Read the full press release →

6-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI today (5th February 2013) commented on the introduction of a new system of shared parental leave, and the extension of the right to request flexible working to all employees, contained in the Government’s Children and … Read the full press release →

5-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI commented on the Prime Minister’s speech on the value of the UK’s green economy. Rhian Kelly, CBI Director for Business Environment policy, said: “Businesses know that going green can boost growth. Our research shows that … Read the full press release →

5-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI today responded to a speech by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, on banking reform. Katja Hall, CBI Chief Policy Director, said: “It’s right to focus on improving competition in banking because it’s a more … Read the full press release →

4-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMEs) saw domestic and export orders continue to fall in the three months to January, while production also contracted for the third consecutive quarter. However, both domestic orders and output are expected to … Read the full press release →

4-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Mike Kapur, founder and director of Leicester based telecoms and IT specialists Signum Corporate Communications, Chairman of the National Space Centre and Deputy Chair of Governors at De Montfort University has been appointed chairman of the CBI’s Small … Read the full press release →

4-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI commented on the publication of a 10-year Defence Equipment Plan by the Ministry of Defence. Matthew Fell, CBI Director for Competitive Markets, said: “Businesses have been urging the Government to provide more detail on its future defence … Read the full press release →

4-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI commented on the launch of a new public sector Commissioning Academy. Jim Bligh, CBI Head of Public Services Reform, said: “This initiative could help public sector leaders to respond more effectively to the increasing demand for … Read the full press release →

4-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI commented on a Financial Services Authority (FSA) report on interest rate swap mis-selling. Matthew Fell, CBI Director for Competitive Markets, said: “The mis-selling of interest rate products was unacceptable. “Any small business that has been mis-sold … Read the full press release →

2-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI commented on a National Audit Office Financial Sustainability of Local Authorities report. Jim Bligh, CBI Head of Public Services reform, said: “As part of necessary deficit reduction, local authorities are operating with reduced budgets so … Read the full press release →

10-1-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI responded to an announcement from the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, Chris Grayling MP, on opening up probation services to competition from the private and voluntary sectors. Jim Bligh, CBI Head of Public Services, … Read the full press release →

Delivering prosperity through private sector growth is CBI Wales’ top priority for 2013,’ says Watkins 10-1-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI is pleased to announce that Emma Watkins has been confirmed as the permanent director of its Wales operations, replacing David … Read the full press release →

10-1-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CBI responded to the Coalition Government’s Mid-Term Review. John Cridland, CBI Director-General, said: “The Coalition deserves high marks for its commitment to tackle the deficit and its plan for growth, but in some cases its delivery … Read the full press release →