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Growth Podcast Ep 4 – Springing on from the Budget from 2023-03-28T12:00

The Spring Budget was a significant one for business. But there’s no rest in our quest for growth – in this episode we talk green growth and skills too. 

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Growth Podcast Ep 3 – The Budget is coming! from 2023-03-01T08:00

The upcoming Budget is an important one for growth. But why should businesses care what’s in the Chancellor’s red box on 15 March? 

Joining us for this episode we have Louise Hellem, ...

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Growth Podcast Ep 2 – Are we stuck in a rut on growth? from 2023-01-30T16:32:16

What is holding back the UK economy? What levers do government need to pull to increase growth, and what role can business play? 

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CBI @10am: Dealing with energy challenges this winter and beyond from 2023-01-13T06:00

Whilst firms continue to face the ongoing pressures from energy challenges and ask themselves what happens next, the Government is due to announce updates to the energy support package for non...

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Growth Podcast Ep 1 – How do we boost growth in 2023? from 2022-12-13T16:30

What does the UK need to get the economy growing in 2023? What should be the government priorities for business in the year ahead? How do we d change the childcare system to bring more mothers...

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Grow your business internationally: Trade in services from 2022-10-28T05:00

Join the CBI’s Chief Economist, Rain Newton-Smith, Jo Twist, CEO, UKIE - The Association for UK Interactive Entertainment, and Jonathan Seebacher Listen
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Clusters Think In: Episode 5 - How strong place leadership can help drive successful clusters from 2022-08-01T11:00

In the fifth in our 'Clusters Think In' podcast series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by Kirsty Lloyd Jukes, Head of Investo...

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1: Podcast Special: Taking net zero from ambition to reality from 2022-07-28T07:00

In this episode, we explore how net zero remains a massive opportunity for growth despite current economic challenges. But is the UK positioning itself to keep its global lead on this? And how...

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CBI @10am: How can firms help tackle the cost-of-living? from 2022-07-21T05:00

In this week's episode, recorded 20 July 2002, the CBI’s Chief Campaign Director, Syma Cullasy-Aldridge, is joined by David Buttress (Co-Founder of Just Eat a...

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Clusters Think In: Episode 4 - How clusters can help leverage access to finance and drive growth from 2022-07-19T05:00

In the fourth in our 'Clusters Think In' series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by Simon Robeson, Managing Partner at North E...

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SME Podcast: Myth-busting digital transformation from 2022-07-18T07:00

In this session, recorded 14 July 2022, we explore the current external challenges businesses are facing and the importance of businesses preparing for what is on the horizon now to mitigate t...

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4: Grow your business internationally: Episode 4 - Advanced manufacturing from 2022-07-15T17:00

The Latin American economy is growing, presenting businesses with an opportunity to take advantage of the enormous potential in these markets. As a result, the CBI’s North America office has p...

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CBI @10am: Dealing with recruitment challenges from 2022-07-14T05:00

In this session, recorded 13 July 2022, the CBI’s Matthew Percival (Programme Director, Skills & Inclusion, Changing Workforce Programme, CBI) is joined this week by Gareth Vale (Operation...

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CBI @10am: Spotlight on the Devolved Nations from 2022-07-07T05:00

Firms across the UK are continuing to grapple with the cost-of-living squeeze, rising inflationary pressures and ongoing global supply chain challenges. Alongside this, businesses in the Devol...

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SME Podcast: Unlocking growth through global trade from 2022-07-05T05:00

In this session, recorded 23 June 2022, we explore how increased engagement in international markets through exporting has the potential to create significant business and growth opportunities...

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CBI @10am: Helping your employees through the cost-of-living squeeze from 2022-06-30T05:00

In the current cost-of-living squeeze being encountered across the UK, firms are becoming increasingly aware of how finances affect mental health and what is the true cost to employers. Alongs...

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Clusters Think In: Episode 3 - How economic clusters can help drive up innovation collaboration in the UK from 2022-06-27T07:00

In the third in our 'Clusters Think In' series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by Ben Law, VP for GoDaddy in UK & Ireland...

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CBI @10am: What's the latest UK economic outlook? from 2022-06-23T05:00

In this session, recorded 22 June 2022, the CBI's Lead Economist, Alpesh Paleja, is joined by Peter Arnold (Chief Economist, EY) and Chan Kataria Listen
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CBI @10am: Is it time to refresh your Employee Value Proposition? from 2022-06-16T21:00

In this episode, recorded 15 June 2022, the CBI’s Head of Employment Policy, Jennifer Beckwith, is joined by Mark Allan (General Manager Business and Specialist, Bupa), and Listen
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3: Grow your business internationally: Episode 3 - Promoting economic partnerships with international stakeholders from 2022-06-16T14:00

The Latin American economy is growing, presenting businesses with an opportunity to take advantage of the enormous potential in these markets. As a result, the CBI’s North America office has p...

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2: Grow your business internationally: Episode 2 - Sustainable agriculture from 2022-06-10T12:29:12

In this second episode in our 'Grow your business internationally' series, we focus on agriculture and sustainability, where there are significant opportunities for UK businesses in these sect...

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1: Grow your business internationally: Episode 1 - LATIA Clean Energy from 2022-06-02T17:00

The Latin American economy is growing, presenting businesses with an opportunity to take advantage of the enormous potential in these markets. As a result, the CBI’s North America office has p...

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Clusters Think In: Episode 2 - How economic clusters can help optimise skills and drive growth in the UK from 2022-06-02T14:00

In the second in our 'Clusters Think In' series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by the Virgin Media O2 Business’s Head of Public Sector, Listen
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CBI @10am: How can my business deal with rising energy costs? from 2022-05-27T05:00

Amid rising costs of doing business, inflation, and energy price hikes, we know that businesses are looking for cost-cutting measures and ways to boost efficiencies.

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SME Webinar: Cashflow Resilience from 2022-05-24T05:00

In this episode, recorded 19 May 2022, we look at the current external environment and the key issues impacting SMEs cashflow, including how using financial technology and financial advisors c...

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Clusters Think In: Episode 1 - Economic clusters and how they can drive growth from 2022-05-20T11:00

In the first in our 'Clusters Think In' series, Hashi Mohammed, Contributing Editor at Tortoise Media is joined by the CBI's Chief Policy Director, Matthew Fell Listen
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CBI @10am: How can the UK accelerate regional investment? from 2022-05-19T05:00

In this session, recorded 18 May 2022, the CBI’s Chief Policy Director, Matthew Fell, is joined by Chris Sood-Nicholls (Managing Director, Regional Developmen...

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CBI @10am: Unpacking local election results and the Queen's speech from 2022-05-12T05:00

Local elections and the State Opening of Parliament come this year amidst an unpredictable political environment and cost of living crisis – impacting business, consumers, and government alike...

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SME Podcast: What SME's need to know about Public Procurement from 2022-05-11T14:44:36

In this session, recorded 21 April 2022, we look at significant potential for Public sector procurement to create business and growth opportunities, how SMEs can overcome barriers to participa...

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CBI @10am: How can businesses power up places? from 2022-05-06T05:00

In this episode, recorded live on 04 May 2022, the CBI’s Director for Thriving Regions and Nations, Ahmed Goga, is joined by Heidi Mottram OBE (Northumbrian W...

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CBI @10am: Spring economic briefing for business from 2022-04-28T05:00

In this session, recorded 27 April 2022, the CBI’s Deputy Chief Economist, Anna Leach, is joined by Mike Hardie from the Office for National Statistics to dis...

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CBI @10am: How can your business support Ukrainian nationals? from 2022-04-21T05:00

In this session, recorded 20 April 2022, the CBI’s Chief Policy Director Matthew Fell, and representatives from Eversheds Sutherland and the Sanctuary...

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CBI @10am: Cyber security - assessing risk and building resilience from 2022-04-13T05:00

In this episode, recorded 13 April 2022, the CBI’s Head of Digital Policy Susannah Odell, and representatives from the National Cyber Security Centre and Listen
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CBI @10am: Solving shortages - how can investment in workforce skills help? from 2022-04-07T14:00

In this episode, recorded Wednesday 6 April 2022, the CBI’s Programme Director for Changing Workforce, Matthew Percival was joined by Robert Skae, HR Business...

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CBI @10am: Levelling up - a national mission? from 2022-03-31T05:00

In this episode, recorded 30 March 2022, the CBI’s Director of Regions and Clusters, Ahmed Goga was joined by Stephanie Hyde, Chair of the newly established T...

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CBI @10am: What does the chancellor's statement mean for business? from 2022-03-25T06:00

In this episode, recorded 24 March 2022, we digest and discuss what the chancellor's Spring statement means for business.

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CBI @10am: Building business resilience across supply chains from 2022-03-17T06:00

In this session, recorded Wednesday 16 March 2022, the CBI’s Chief Economist Rain Newton-Smith was joined by Mark Wilson (Health, Safety and Environment Direc...

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CBI @10am: What does the Ukraine crisis mean for your business? from 2022-03-10T06:00

In this episode, recorded Wednesday 9 March 2022, the CBI’s Deputy Chief Economist Anna Leach is joined by Jason Hungerford (Partner, Mayer Brown LLP) and Listen
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CBI @10am: Geopolitical and economic update from 2022-03-02T22:16

In this session, recorded Wednesday 02 March 2022, we hear from Rain Newton-Smith (Chief Economist, CBI), Giles Wilkes (Senior Research Fellow, Institute for Government), and Andy Wood OBE DL ...

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SME podcast: Brexit - unpacking supply chain challenges from 2022-03-02T01:00

In this session, recorded 24 February 2022, we look at Brexit and the current supply chain constraints; insight into the conversations the CBI is having with government, as well as key solutio...

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CBI @10am: How can businesses build a healthier nation? from 2022-02-24T06:00

In this episode, recorded 23 February 2022, Jordan Cummins (Programme Director – Health, CBI) was joined by Anna Bartle (Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Es...

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CBI @10am: Solving shortages - maximising hybrid working from 2022-02-17T03:00

In this session, recorded 16 February 2022, Matthew Fell (Chief Policy Director, CBI) is joined by Kate Price (Group HR Director, Wilko) and Mark Catc...

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Are we serious about growth? from 2022-02-11T16:00

The CBI’s number one priority for 2022? Get the government to take economic growth seriously. 

The long-term health of our public services, businesses, and the leveling-up agenda are ...

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CBI @10am: Solving shortages - can technology help? from 2022-02-10T06:00

In this episode, recorded 09 February 2022, Naomi Weir (Programme Director – Innovation, CBI) is joined by Paul Durkin (Chief Customer and In...

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CBI @10am: Solving shortages - How can D&I help? from 2022-01-26T21:30

In this episode, recorded on 26 January 2022, we discussd:

  • Creative diversity and inclusion strategies firms can use to mitigate recruitment challenges, including deep dive...

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SME podcast: Sustainability in the shared economy from 2022-01-21T19:00:37

In this episode, recorded 20 January 2022, we looked at the 'Sustainability in the Sharing Economy' including best practice, how best to navigate the law around green claims and transparency, ...

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CBI @10am: Unpacking shortages - behind the headlines from 2022-01-19T19:13

In this episode, Matthew Fell (Chief UK Policy Director, CBI) is joined by Jennifer Beckwith (Head of Employment Policy, CBI) and Richard Ballantyne (Chief Executive, British Ports Association...

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CBI @10am: Kicking off a year of action from 2022-01-12T16:49

In this episode, recorded Wednesday 12 January 2022, Tony Danker (Director General, CBI) was joined by Liz Crowhurst (Interim Director – Policy Unit, CBI) and...

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Coronavirus decisions: Episode 9 from 2020-07-16T11:36:17

In this episode of The Voice of Business, Amanda fisher, CEO of Amey, shares with us  the changes that her business has had to go through during the pandemic, the decisions they’ve had to make...

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Coronavirus decisions: Episode 8 from 2020-07-02T04:00

In this episode of the Voice of Business, we welcome Denise Collins, HR director of Norbrook Laboratories, to discuss how the business was affected by the pandemic, the actions that they’ve ta...

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Coronavirus decisions: Episode 7 from 2020-06-18T15:27:14

In this week’s episode of The Voice Of Business, David Taylor (Editor and partner at tortoise media) and Sabby Gill (Managing Director, UK and Ireland, Sage UK) discuss the decisions and chall...

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Coronavirus decisions: Episode 6 from 2020-06-11T04:00

In this episode of The Voice of Business, we welcome Amit Kapur, Head of Tata Consultancy Services UK and Ireland, to discuss the decisions they’ve had to make since the start of the pandemic,...

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Coronavirus decisions: Episode 5 from 2020-05-28T06:00

In this episode, John Fallon, CEO of Pearson, shares with our host Alexi Mostrous (Tortoise media) his views on the coronavirus pandemic, the changes that his business has had to face, and how...

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Coronavirus decisions: Episode 4 from 2020-05-21T04:00

In this episode, Alexi Mostrous, Partner and Editor at Tortoise Media, welcomes Robin Mills, Compass Group UK and Ireland Managing Director, to discuss the many changes his business went throu...

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Coronavirus decisions: Episode 3 from 2020-05-14T10:31:58

In this episode, Katherine Bennett, Senior Vice President of Airbus, shares the challenges that Airbus has been facing since the start of the coronavirus outbreak and the steps that they've ta...

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Coronavirus decisions: Episode 2 from 2020-05-07T08:48:04

In this episode, we welcome Martin Taylor, Deputy CEO of Content Guru, to explore how him and his team have reacted to the changes imposed by the coronavirus outbreak, and what decisions they’...

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Coronavirus decisions: Episode 1 from 2020-04-30T14:55:49

In the first of the CBI’s new podcast series we speak to Antony Sherrif, CEO, Princess Yachts, on the difficult decisions he and his leadership team have been making during these unprecedented...

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Brexpod from 2019-03-15T15:37:12

Confused about the Brexit votes this week? Want to understand more about what’s going on? Here’s the CBI’s latest Brexit podcast with up-to-date political analysis of the votes this week and what m...

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11: CBI Insights: Round-up of Conservative Conference 2018 from 2018-10-03T15:20:32

As the 2018 Conservative Conference comes to a close, we hear from Pete McManus, Principal Campaigns Adviser at the CBI, for his reaction to the week’s events and speeches and what these mean for b...

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CBI Insights: Round-up of Labour Conference 2018 from 2018-09-26T14:42:13

As the 2018 Labour Conference comes to a close we hear from Sam Colson, Senior Campaigns Adviser at the CBI, for some of the key highlights including Labour's stance on Brexit among others and what...

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10: Podcast: Brexit ‘no deal’ technical notices from 2018-08-23T13:42:01

Following the publication of the UK government’s first 25 technical notices outlining its plans for a no deal Brexit, the CBI discusses what a no deal would look like in practice, what businesses s...

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9: CBI Insights: Business Investment from 2018-08-06T08:59:12

‘Catching the peloton’ is a new CBI report on business investment. In this podcast, Fiona Geskes talks with principle economists Alpesh Paleja and Megan Baddeley about the report’s findings, explor...

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Political Update from the CBI from 2018-07-27T09:25:20

Brexit White Paper, Chequers and resignations. A frantic few weeks in Westminster has given us plenty to talk about in the latest Politcal Update from the CBI as the summer holidays begin and Parli...

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8: CBI Insights: A guide to the new corporate governance code from 2018-06-06T15:05:28

In this CBI podcast Matthew Fell and David Styles discuss the development of a new voluntary corporate governance code, due to be published this year in conjunction with new mandatory reporting req...

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7: Political Update from the CBI from 2018-05-04T14:40:45

It's been a busy week with local elections across the country and a personnel change in the cabinet. For a roundup of the week’s events in Westminster and nationwide, tune in to the latest politica...

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6: London business survey April 2018 from 2018-04-25T23:01

In the sixth edition of the CBI/CBRE London business survey, Eddie Curzon talks with guests Jennette Arnold (Chair of the London Assembly), Andy Steele (CEO of Osborne Construction) and Kevin McCau...

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4: The View from Beijing: April 2018 from 2018-04-16T15:02:33

With President Xi Jingping recently confirmed in office for life, Guy Dru Drury MBE, CBI Head of China, explores what this means for British business and reflects on the certainty it gives investor...

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3: A spring in his step? from 2018-03-16T17:24:59

CBI Principal Economist Megan Baddeley and Senior Economic Policy Adviser Fiona Geskes discuss the Spring Statement, giving an update on the state of the public finances, as well as the business re...

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CBI Insights: Scottish Lobbying Act from 2018-01-31T15:12:18

The Scottish Lobbying Act comes into force on 12 March 2018 and will require any person or organisation that engages in ‘regulated lobbying’ with Scottish Ministers, MSPs, Scottish Government Speci...

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2017 Political Roundup from 2017-12-21T13:52:23

With Brexit, a snap General Election and much more going,  2017 has been another fascinating year in the political landscape. We take a look back at the some of the highlights of the year with CBI ...

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2: Unlocking Talent from 2017-12-06T16:29:38

The second episode of ‘Unlocking Talent’ features Steve Cashin, an ex-offender, now project manager with JP Construction. This episode also features John Dunn, JP Dunn Construction – a good practic...

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A major shift is on the horizon as businesses look to unlock the potential of AI from 2017-10-24T11:06:13

Over the next 5 years, AI holds the top spot as the technology set to impact companies across all sectors. So what exactly is Artificial Intelligence and why should businesses be excited?Roxanne Mo...

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Over half of businesses are investing in the Internet of Things now from 2017-10-24T11:03:58

The CBI’s new report, Disrupting the Future, explores how businesses can adopt game-changing technologies and showcases expert advice from companies leading the way. The simplicity and flexibili...

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Businesses are hugely intrigued by the potential of Blockchain from 2017-10-24T10:46:13

The CBI’s new report, Disrupting the Future, explores how businesses can adopt game-changing technologies and showcases expert advice from companies leading the way. Blockchain has developed an ...

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Party conference reflections from 2017-10-13T08:20:39

Pete McManus, senior campaigns adviser here at the CBI, in conversation with Josh Hardie, CBI deputy director-general with his thoughts on the recent party political conferences.

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Back to business from 2017-09-05T07:00

As this week sees the re-opening of Parliament after the summer break, we talk to Pete McManus, senior campaigns adviser here at the CBI, who gives us an update on what’s been going on with the two...

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The view from Beijing from 2017-07-11T09:12:10

Following a rollercoaster few months in British politics, we sat down with the Head of the CBI’s Office in China, Guy Dru Drury MBE, to discuss what China thinks about Brexit and the General Electi...

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Brexit: One year on from 2017-06-23T15:50:12

“Last Friday marked the one year anniversary of the EU Referendum, so to mark the occasion we sat down with Pete McManus, senior campaigns adviser here at the CBI to take a look back at an eventful...

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The London Business Survey Podcast from 2017-02-28T00:02

The London Business Survey podcast - produced in association with CBRE. The survey looks at how businesses feel about the key issues affecting them in the capital, including recent political impact...

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A year to remember in China from 2016-12-19T14:41:25

As the CBI celebrated its tenth birthday in China, the Head of the CBI’s Office in Beijing and China expert, Guy Dru Drury, reflects on a year that saw Carolyn Fairbairn’s first visit to the countr...

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Barbara Moorhouse - IDOX PLC from 2016-11-21T11:11:21

From #cbi2016

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Allison Scanlan - Herbert Smith Freehills from 2016-11-21T11:00:31

From #cbi2016

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Workplace 2030: Employee Engagement from 2016-11-04T15:32:03

The second event in the Workplace 2030 (September 2016) series looked at improving employee engagement to generate greater workforce productivity. CBI’s Josh Hardie was joined by Payal Vasudeva, Ac...

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China and Brexit from 2016-07-12T11:50:30

As the impacts of Brexit begin to be felt, the CBI’s China expert and Head of the Beijing Office, discusses reaction to the decision in China, and the impact it will have on future trade. He also e...

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The Future of Work in a Digital Age from 2016-06-28T15:13

Listen to a panel discussion on the Future of Work in a Digital Age with Marianne Green, Deloitte; Neil Carberry, CBI; professor Lynda Gratton; Vernon Everitt, TfL and Roger De'Ath, Google

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Meeting the productivity challenge – CBI MSB summit 2016 from 2016-06-20T15:32:52

With the CBI’s 2016 MSB summit focused on helping medium sized business meet the productivity challenge, this podcast brings together expert speakers to discuss the latest research and insights on ...

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The digital economy. David Stokes, IBM (part 5) from 2016-06-07T14:12:24

IBM UK&Ireland's chief executive on the opportunities and challenges for an increasingly digital global economy. Part one 5. May 21016.

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The digital economy. David Stokes, IBM (part 4) from 2016-06-07T14:11:07

IBM UK&Ireland's chief executive on the opportunities and challenges for an increasingly digital global economy. Part 4 of 5. May 21016.

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The digital economy. David Stokes, IBM (part 3) from 2016-06-07T14:06:16

IBM UK&Ireland's chief executive on the opportunities and challenges for an increasingly digital global economy. Part one 3 of 5. May 21016.

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The digital economy. David Stokes, IBM (part 2) from 2016-06-07T14:03:37

IBM UK&Ireland's chief executive on the opportunities and challenges for an increasingly digital global economy. Part one 2 of 5. May 21016.

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The digital economy. David Stokes, IBM from 2016-06-07T13:59

IBM UK&Ireland's chief executive on the opportunities and challenges for an increasingly digital global economy. Part one 1 of 5. May 21016.

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Business Voice podcast: The digital skills gap from 2016-06-03T13:23:49

From social media marketing and coding to data science and analytics, businesses adapting to the digital revolution need to ever greater access digital skills. With skills shortages cited as the b...

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CBI on Modi’s India from 2016-05-26T10:28:31

The Head of the CBI’s India Office, Shehla Hasan, reflects on what business thinks of two years of BJP rule under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and discusses three areas on which he should concentr...

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CBI Annual Dinner: Lord Darling from 2016-05-20T10:32:16

Lord Darling's speech to CBI Annual Dinner. May 2016.

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CBI Annual Dinner: Lord Howard from 2016-05-20T10:27:56

Lord Howard's speech to CBI Annual Dinner. May 2016.

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CBI director-general speech to manufacturing conference. from 2016-05-11T13:31:28

CBI director-general Carolyn Fairbairn says we must champion and grow the UK’s manufacturing sector because it matters for prosperity and makes our economy more balanced, diversified and innovative...

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Carolyn Fairbairn: 'Radical rethink' required for Apprenticeship Levy from 2016-04-28T15:36:46

Listen to CBI Director-General's speech on the Apprenticeship Levy. You can read more here - http://news.cbi.org.uk/news/radical-rethink-required-for-apprenticeship-levy/

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Dame Carol Black: Does a healthy and happy workforce lead to a healthy business? from 2016-04-26T08:51:17

Listen to Government adviser on Health and Work, Dame Carol Black, at our Great Business Debate on health and wellbeing at work, featuring CBI Deputy Director-General Josh Hardie; Fiona Stark, Corp...

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Fiona Stark: Does a healthy and happy workforce lead to a healthy business? from 2016-04-26T08:48:21

Listen to Fiona Stark, Corporate Affairs Director, E.ON at our Great Business Debate on health and wellbeing at work, featuring CBI Deputy Director-General Josh Hardie; Dr Fran Woodard, Executive D...

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Dr Fran Woodard: Does a healthy and happy workforce lead to a healthy business? from 2016-04-26T08:44:25

Listen to Executive Director, Macmillan Cancer Support at our Great Business Debate on health and wellbeing at work, featuring CBI Deputy Director-General Josh Hardie; Fiona Stark, Corporate Affair...

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CBI Deputy Director-General: Does a healthy and happy workforce lead to a healthy business? from 2016-04-26T08:39:20

Listen to Josh Hardie, at our Great Business Debate on health and wellbeing at work, also featuring Fiona Stark, Corporate Affairs Director, E.ON; Dr Fran Woodard, Executive Director, Macmillan Can...

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Panel discussion: Does a healthy and happy workforce lead to a healthy business? from 2016-04-22T15:39:52

Listen again to our Great Business Debate on health and wellbeing at work, featuring CBI Deputy Director-General Josh Hardie; Fiona Stark, Corporate Affairs Director, E.ON; Dr Fran Woodard, Executi...

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Introduction: Does a healthy and happy workforce lead to a healthy business? from 2016-04-22T10:13:38

Listen to the introduction to the Great Business Debate on health and wellbeing at work, featuring CBI Deputy Director-General Josh Hardie; Fiona Stark, Corporate Affairs Director, E.ON; Dr Fran Wo...

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International Business Monthly: April – spotlight on India and America from 2016-04-15T09:20:40

In the April edition of International Business Monthly CBI Head of International Ben Digby is joined by Richard Rekhy, CEO of KPMG India to discuss what the latest Indian Budget statement means for...

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The lifetime ISA – Eversheds and the CBI from 2016-03-23T11:44:37

Eversheds partner and head of pensions François Barker talks to the CBI's Rachel Smith about the chancellor's new savings vehicle – the lifetime ISA.

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CBI responds to Government decision on pensions tax relief in 2016 Budget from 2016-03-18T14:39:01

Neil Carberry, CBI Director of Employment and Skills, discusses the changes to the pensions systems announced by the Chancellor in his Budget.

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CBI March #Budget2016 predictions and reflections from 2016-03-15T15:43:18

Ahead of Wednesday's Budget, the CBI’s Principal Policy Adviser for Tax&Fiscal Policy James Nation, outlines our predictions and what our members want to see from the Chancellor.

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CBI on Indian Budget from 2016-03-14T10:30:05

Shehla Hasan, Head of the CBI’s India Office, discusses the Indian Budget, and what it means for investors and CBI members. The podcast also features a look ahead at what’s in store for the Indian ...

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Newcastle International Airport on links to the UAE from 2016-03-07T11:29:46

Leon McQuiad, aviation development director at Newcastle International Airport, discusses how direct flights from Newcastle to Dubai are boosting the economy in the north east.

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UK growth remains subdued but firms still positive from 2016-03-01T11:57

The CBI’s Head of Economic Analysis, Anna Leach, discusses the CBI’s Growth Indicator for February, showing growth ticked up marginally from +6% to +8%.

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How your company can invest and export in Thailand from 2016-02-29T17:22:39

In the February edition of International Business Monthly, CBI Head of International Ben Digby discuss business opportunities in Thailand with the Prime Minister's Trade Envoy to Thailand Mark Garn...

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CBI on Budget 2016 from 2016-02-16T12:04:19

Rain Newton-Smith, Director of Economics, discusses the CBI’s priorities for the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s upcoming Budget.

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Solid economic growth amid spectrum of global risks – CBI Economic Forecast from 2016-02-11T12:19:44

As the CBI downgrades its GDP forecast for 2016 (2.3%) and 2017 (2.1%), Rain Newton-Smith, CBI Director of Economics, discusses the domestic and global economic outlook.

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UK growth slips at start of year from 2016-01-31T09:03:43

CBI Principal Economist, Alpesh Paleja, discusses the CBI's latest Growth Indicator.

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Chinese economy weathers the storm at start of 2016 from 2016-01-21T17:06:49

As China’s economic performance hits the headlines, the CBI’s China expert and Head of the Beijing Office, Guy Dru Drury, looks at what the slowdown and turbulence in the stock markets means for Br...

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Job creation up but skills shortages and rising labour costs start to bite from 2015-12-21T00:01

Skills shortages are continuing to bite with firms identifying this as the top threat to the UK’s attractiveness as a place to do business for the second year running. That’s according to the lates...

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CBI MSB Summit: Closing remarks from 2015-12-01T13:06:24

Tim Hinton, Managing Director of SME&Mid Markets, Lloyds Banking Group and the CBI's Director of Competitive Markets, Matthew Fell, close proceedings at the CBI's MSB Summit. London, 2015.

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CBI MSB Summit: Panel Session-Scaling up in the UK from 2015-12-01T12:10:16

The panel examines the key decisions and factors that can enable companies to scale-up and identifying the challenges they encounter on their growth journeys. Taking part: Gareth Ramsey (Product Di...

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CBI MSB Summit: Matt Rogan from 2015-12-01T11:25:59

CEO, Two Circles interviewed at the CBI's MSB Summit. London, 2015.

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CBI MSB Summit: Jon Reynolds from 2015-11-30T17:39:23

Co-founder, CEO SwiftKey at the CBI's MSB Summit. London, 2015.

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CBI MSB Summit: Simon Devonshire from 2015-11-30T17:32:14

Simon Devonshire, serial entrepreneur and investor

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CBI MSB Summit: Andrew Connors from 2015-11-30T17:11:09

Andrew Connors, head, mid-sized business, mid-markets

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CBI MSB Summit: George Mackintosh from 2015-11-30T17:01:25

CEO at TestPlant interviewed at the CBI's MSB Summit. London, 2015.

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CBI MSB Summit: Geert Arlman from 2015-11-30T16:51:37

Director of Mid-Market Evaluation, Standard and Poors at the CBI's MSB Summit. London, 2015.

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CBI MSB Summit: Sir Michael Bibby from 2015-11-30T14:53:15

Sir Michael Bibby, managing director, Bibby Line Group, talks with Declan Curry

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CBI MSB Summit: Angela Eagle MP from 2015-11-30T13:25:47

The Shadow First Secretary of State, Shadow Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills addresses the CBI's MSB Summit. London, 2015

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CBI MSB Summit: Declan Curry from 2015-11-30T12:03:01

Business broadcaster and presenter Declan Curry delivers the opening remarks at the CBI's MSB Summit. London, 2015.

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CBI MSB Summit: Carolyn Fairbairn from 2015-11-30T10:35:58

The CBI's director-general delivers the opening address at the CBI's MSB Summit. London, 2015.

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CBI tax and fiscal expert James Nation discusses the challenges facing the Chancellor ahead of the Comprehensive Spending Review/Autumn Statement from 2015-11-25T09:03:41

James Nation, a Principal Policy Adviser in the CBI’s tax and fiscal team, sets the scene ahead of this afternoon’s announcements by outlining the challenge facing the Chancellor as he seeks to eli...

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New chapter in UK-India special relationship from 2015-11-18T16:06:37

Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vist to the UK - the first by India's Premier in a decade - in which £9bn worth of trade deals were signed, Mukesh Rajani, head of the India Business Group ...

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Nicky Morgan MP at CBI Annual Conference 2015 from 2015-11-18T14:56:09

Nicky Morgan MP, Secretary of State for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities, delivers the keynote address at the Raising Ambition for All panel discussion at the CBI's 2015 Annual Confe...

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CBI Annual Conference 2015 - Raising Ambition from 2015-11-18T14:51:26

Panellists Miriam Gonzalez Durantez, Partner Dechert LLP and Founder, Inspiring Women Campaign; Juergen Maier, Chief Executive, Siemenns plc; Maggie Stilwell, UKI Managing Partner for Talent, EY; K...

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Paul Drechsler at CBI Annual Conference 2015 from 2015-11-18T14:47:59

CBI President Paul Drechsler delivers the closing address at the organisation's 2015 Annual Conference.

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Carolyn Fairbairn at CBI Annual Conference from 2015-11-18T14:41:51

CBI's new director-general Carolyn Fairbairn delivers an introductory address to the CBI's Annual Conference.

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Behind the scenes of the CBI digital room at #CBI2015 from 2015-11-09T17:04:54

Hear how James found today's conference

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Dave Lewis, Group Chief Executive, Tesco from 2015-11-09T16:19:50

Tesco's Chief Executive Dave Lewis, is interviewed by Sky News Business presenter, Ian King.

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CBI President's Address from 2015-11-09T15:45:08

In his first address to the CBI's Annual Conference, Paul Drechsler, shares his thoughts on the key business issues of the moment.

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Focus on Formula One from 2015-11-09T15:27:21

Sky Sports F1 presenter David Croft interviews Williams F1's Claire Williams at the CBI's 2015 Annual Conference.

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Disruptive Innovation session-Interview one-CBI Annual Conference from 2015-11-09T14:59:59

Discussion on Disruptive Innovation with Jo Bertram (Regional General Manager, UKI&Nordics, Uber); James McClure (General Manager, UK&I, Airbnb).

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Taoiseach of Ireland at CBI Annual Conference. from 2015-11-09T12:11:09

Enda Kenny, the Taoiseach of Ireland delivered a speech to the CBI's Annual Conference.

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The Prime Minister at CBI Annual Conference from 2015-11-09T10:40:15

The Prime Minister David Cameron, delivers the keynote address at the CBI's Annual Conference.

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CBI Annual Conference 2015 from 2015-11-09T10:10:52

CBI director-general John Cridland delivers the opening address at the CBI's annual conference.

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Tim Smith, CEO Thames Valley Berkshire LEP from 2015-10-23T15:13:58

Hear from Tim Smith MBE who is CEO of Thames Valley Berkshire LEP. In this short interview, Tim shares his views of the opportunities facing the Thames Valley as a prosperous economy and region but...

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Sarah Prior, Lloyds Banking Group on tax and business from 2015-10-20T15:31:49

Sarah Prior, group tax director, group finance, Lloyds Banking Group, took part in a panel discussion on tax and business, organised by the CBI's Great Business Debate. London, 2015.

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Nuria Molina at CBI Great Business Debate from 2015-10-20T15:08:22

ActionAid UK's director of policy, advocacy and campaigns was a panellist at the CBI's Great Business Debate event on tax and business. London, 2015.

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CBI director-general on tax and business from 2015-10-20T14:56:36

CBI director-general John Cridland's opening remarks at the Great Business Debate event on taxation and business? London, 2015.

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Dr Rowan Williams, chair Christian Aid from 2015-10-20T12:29:36

Dr Rowan Williams, chair Christian Aid, give his opening remarks ahead of a debate on tax and business, hosted by the Great Business Debate. London 2015.

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Golden Year for UK and China reaches high point with State Visit from 2015-10-19T13:21:12

On the eve of the State Visit of the President of China to the United Kingdom, Guy Dru Dury, CBI China Head, looks at the opportunities it presents for British firms, as well as what the recent vol...

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Our CBI Public Services team speak to the audience at #CBIPSN event from 2015-09-25T14:43:23

Hosted by Channel 4' News' Cathy Newman, CBI Director-General, John Cridland, was joined by NHS Chief Executive Simon Stevens, Troubled Families Tsar Louise Casey and Serco Chief Executive, Rupert ...

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CBI Boss on UK economy rebalancing from 2015-09-10T09:39:46

The UK economy is growing strongly and is rebalancing healthily, with investment and productivity increasing - but we must raise our game on exports, says CBI chief John Cridland in a major economi...

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London Business Survey 2015 from 2015-09-08T08:40:30

The London Business Survey 2015 #LBS15 is an insight into the views of London firms on the issues that affect them. With transport, infrastructure and affordable housing all running high CBI London...

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'Think different' Sir Tom Hunter tells Scottish business from 2015-09-03T22:43:20

Listen to the keynote speech delivered by Sir Tom Hunter, one of Scotland's most successful entrepreneurs at CBI Scotland's Annual Dinner.

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Sir Tom Hunter interview at CBI Scotland Annual Dinner from 2015-09-03T21:36:06

One of Scotland's most successful entrepreneurs, talks to the CBI about leadership and the role businesses can play in the education system.

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Nicola Sturgeon speech to CBI Scotland Annual Dinner from 2015-09-03T21:13:30

Scotland's First Minister delivers her keynote speech at CBI Scotland's Annual Dinner.

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Scotland is open for business - Sturgeon from 2015-09-03T19:47:57

Scotland's First Minister tells CBI, 'Scotland is open for business'

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Is there a finance gap for medium sized businesses in the UK? from 2015-08-25T15:28:57

Matthew Fell, CBI competitive markets director, discusses ways to increase the supply of long-term capital finance for medium-sized businesses (MSBs), with John Gilligan, corporate finance partner ...

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'Twin-engined' recovery on track - CBI economic forecast from 2015-08-24T08:12:27

Rain Newton-Smith, CBI director of economics talks us through the CBI's latest economic forecast.

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Interview with Louize Clarke, founder of Connect TVT from 2015-08-18T12:25:47

Eddie Curzon, CBI Thames Valley director speaks to Louize Clarke, founder of Connect TVT at Green Park. Connect TVT was set up by Louize and her colleague Adam due to their growing concern about th...

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CBI Director Gives Advice: A-Level 2015 from 2015-08-13T09:46:13

With exam results season upon us once more, John Cridland, CBI Director-General, reflects on the subjects important to business and the opportunities ahead for young people.

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CBI Director-General on 2015 A-Level results from 2015-08-13T08:54:34

With exam results season upon us once more, John Cridland, CBI Director-General, reflects on the subjects important to business and the opportunities ahead for young people.

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Is business failing the next generation? We talk to 3 senior business-world figures at our biggest debate so far from 2015-07-31T09:51:58

Is business failing the next generation? Is that undermining wider confidence in business?At our biggest Great Business Debate so far – staged in Leeds with education charity TeachFirst – business ...

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Is business failing the next generation? We talk to 3 young teachers at our biggest debate so far from 2015-07-31T09:20:27

Is business failing the next generation? Is that undermining wider confidence in business?At our biggest Great Business Debate so far – staged in Leeds with education charity TeachFirst – business ...

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UK economy on firm footing from 2015-07-31T08:03:34

The rate of economic growth strengthened in the three months to July, with business and professional services the driving force, according to the latest CBI growth indicator. Anna Leach, CBI Head o...

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New CBI President; Is business failing the next generation? from 2015-07-22T11:50:42

In our biggest Great Business Debate yet (Thurs 30 July), three thousand teachers and trainee teachers will be discussing; Is business failing the next generation? at the First Direct Arena in Leed...

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John Cridland on the Budget from 2015-07-08T15:53:09

John talks about the Annual Investment Allowance, roads and the living wage in #Budget2015 Especially the impact for small and medium sized businesses

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The CBI Podcast - Productivity from 2015-07-07T18:05:06

The CBI calls it a 'dynamo for growth'. It determines wage increases and living standards, too. But what is productivity? And why does it matter? And how is this critical economic measure puzzling ...

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Creative Nation's Julianne Ponan speaks at Great Business Debate small business panel event #bizdebate from 2015-07-07T12:24:47

Is big business benefiting at the expense of small business? And; if people believe companies aren't keeping their promises to one another – is that damaging to wider public confidence in business...

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Amazon's Lesley Smith speaks at Great Business Debate small business panel event #bizdebate from 2015-07-07T09:16:19

Is big business benefiting at the expense of small business? And; if people believe companies aren't keeping their promises to one another – is that damaging to wider public confidence in business...

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UK growth slows but expectations buoyant from 2015-07-04T08:28:09

The rate of economic growth slowed in the three months to June, but performance remained solid across the quarter as a whole, according to the latest CBI growth indicator. Anna Leach, CBI Head of E...

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Is big business benefiting at the expense of small business? from 2015-07-02T12:56:04

Driving a wedge between small and big business is not helpful to securing the growth we need.That’s what the chiefs of the CBI and Federation of Small Businesses said as they came together with Ama...

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How to embed cyber security in your company: cyber skills and culture? from 2015-06-30T13:24:37

Taking part in this panel session at the CBI's Cyber Security Conference are:Matthew Fell, Policy Director, CBI; Dr Tony Collins, Head of Cyber Security Skills, Knowledge and Growth, DCMS; Paul Hin...

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Cyber insurance: What do you need to consider when assuring your assets? from 2015-06-30T12:47:41

Panel session at the CBI's Cyber Security Conference - Chaired by Matthew Fell, Policy Director, CBI; Giles Smith, Deputy Director Cyber Security and Resilence, DCMS; Steven Wares, Head of Cyber Pr...

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Why is it important to turn cyber security awareness into action by the board? from 2015-06-30T10:23:47

Martin Smith MBE, Chairman and Founder, The Security Company and The Security Awareness Special Interest Group at the CBI's Cyber Securty Conference. June 2015. Read more about the event here - htt...

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James Lyne, Global Head of Security Research, Sophos from 2015-06-30T09:58:30

James presents a live demo of how attackers gain access to your network and steal your data, with top level advice on the critical security controls you can put in place to protect your data at the...

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CBI Cyber Security Conference from 2015-06-30T09:00:38

Matthew Fell, CBI Director, for Competitive Markets, delivers the opening remarks at the CBI's Cyber Security Conference. London, June 2015. Read more about the event here - http://bit.ly/1g5YHfp

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Financial services firms want Government to reduce cost of regulatory compliance from 2015-06-29T09:16:07

Ben Jones, CBI senior Economic Analyst, reflecting on the latest CBI/PwC Financial Services Sector Survey says overall, the sector is positive, with sentiment rising and widespread improvement. You...

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Sluggish exports continue to drag on manufacturing from 2015-06-23T10:01:25

A fall in export demand slowed the recovery in the sector in June, according to the CBI’s latest Industrial Trends Survey, although output growth and total orders are still above their long-run ave...

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John Cridland calls for Education system that works for all young people from 2015-06-19T08:55:23

Speaking prior to the Festival of Education at Wellington College, the CBI chief Festival of Education at Wellington College calls for an education system that delivers for all, with the focus on ...

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Final highlights from the #BetterOffBritain Great Business Debate (12 June 2015) - Part 3 from 2015-06-17T13:34:52

Business’ role in helping people progress careers as a way of increasing their earnings and living standards is discussed in the third podcast from The Great Business Debate’s panel event which inc...

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More highlights from the #BetterOffBritain Great Business Debate (12 June 2015) - Part 2 from 2015-06-16T15:25:15

Is any job better than no job when you’re trying to improve your living standards? One question discussed in this second podcast from an event staged by the CBI’s trust-in-business campaign, the Gr...

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Highlights from the #BetterOffBritain Great Business Debate (12 June 2015) - Part 1 from 2015-06-16T15:07:52

The role of business in boosting Living Standards, was the theme of an event staged by the CBI’s trust-in-business campaign, the Great Business Debate. The panel included Frances O’Grady, TUC Gener...

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Opportunities abound for UK business in China from 2015-06-15T11:15:55

Ahead of the President of China's State Visit to the UK later this year, Guy Dru Drury, head of the CBI's China Office, explores the upcoming opportunities and challenges for British firms operatin...

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Interview with Estelle Brachlianoff, Veolia from 2015-06-12T15:47:31

Listen to our interview with Estelle Brachlianoff, Senior Executive Vice-President UK&Ireland of Veolia following our Great Business Debate event - #BetterOffBritain

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Interview with Frances O'Grady, TUC from 2015-06-12T15:43:44

“Workers are wealth creators too and the better they’re treated the more productive they will be.” TUC General Secretary Frances O’Grady spoke to the CBI’s trust-in-business campaign The Great Busi...

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Interview with Matthew Whittaker, Resolution Foundation from 2015-06-12T15:41:26

“Creating an economy where more people can earn their way to a better standard of living is essential to a sustainable recovery.” Matt Whitaker, Deputy Chief Executive&Chief Economist of think-tank...

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Transition to the green economy - a business perspective from 2015-06-10T11:44:06

Listen to CBI director-general John Cridland deliver the 2015 UCL ISR Public Lecture.

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CBI sees solid, steady and sustainable economic growth ahead from 2015-06-08T09:45:29

CBI director-general John Cridland and Rain Newton-Smith, CBI director of economics, summarise the findings from the CBI’s latest Economic Forecast.

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UK growth accelerates to 12-month high from 2015-05-30T23:38:17

Anna Leach, the CBI's head of economic analysis talks us through the figures from the CBI's latest Growth Indicator Survey.

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Sir Mike Rake speech at CBI Annual Dinner from 2015-05-22T13:48:38

Listen to the CBI president's speech at the dinner, held at the Grosvenor House Hotel. You can read more about the event here https://storify.com/CBI/annual-dinner-2015You can view a gallery of ima...

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George Osborne's keynote speech at the CBI's Annual Dinner. from 2015-05-22T13:29:52

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon. George Osborne, was the guest of honour at the CBI's Annual Dinner, held at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London. You can read more about the event here - ...

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Graeme Le Saux: Premier League's Challenge shows what football can do in the community from 2015-05-07T10:02:31

The former England international and Premier League star talks about his involvement in the Premier League's Enterprise Challenge scheme.

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Richard Scudamore: Premier League clubs are rooted in their communities from 2015-05-07T09:51:13

The Premier League's chief executive talks about the work of the League's Enterprise Challenge.

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Theo Paphitis: Enterprise starts in the classroom from 2015-05-07T09:49:48

Speaking at the Premier League's Enterprise Challenge Final, entrepreneur and former TV Dragon Theo Paphitis talks about his involvement in the competition.

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CBI East Midlands Director on the value of the Top 200 report from 2015-04-30T09:07:51

David Shutts, CBI East Midlands director outlines the importance of the Top 200 scheme with Grant Thornton in showcasing the qualities of the region’s businesses and contribution to the wider UK ec...

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Retail boss Sally Bailey talks trust and pancakes with the Great Business Debate from 2015-04-27T13:46:28

It can be OK for your call-centre staff to disappear for the afternoon leaving customers with a voicemail message saying, “We’ll ring you back because we’re all out at a charity pancake party.”In t...

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James Caan: Soft skills matter – to individuals, to businesses, and to the wider UK economy from 2015-04-08T13:42:33

Entrepreneur and former Dragons Den judge James Caan CBE on the importance of soft skills.

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McDonald's Chief People Officer: Soft skills like communication and teamwork are incredibly important from 2015-04-08T13:40

Jez Langhorn, chief people officer, McDonald’s UK&Northern Europe, spoke to the CBI at the launch of a McDonald's-backed campaign which aims to drive recognition and promotion of soft skills.

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UK Growth Holds Steady from 2015-04-07T08:48:58

UK economic growth held steady in the three months to March and is expected to gather momentum over the next quarter, according to the CBI’s latest Growth Indicator.UK economic growth held steady i...

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Who, and what, is business for? from 2015-03-30T12:39:34

The new Great Business Debate podcast discusses who matters most - customers, employees or shareholders, what business culture&values really are and where they come from. Taking part are Norman Pic...

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CBI distils latest figures for UK financial services industry from 2015-03-30T09:34:09

Senior CBI Economist, Ben Jones, talks us through the latest mixed picture figures in the CBI/PwC Financial Services Survey, for the three Months to March 2015. Find out more about the survey here ...

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CBI president warns against 'sound bite solutions' from 2015-03-19T15:18:35

Speaking at a trade and industry dinner hosted by the Lord Mayor of the City of London, Sir Mike Rake urged politicians of all stripes to tackle the challenges facing the UK’s economy and stressed...

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The CBI on the 2015 Budget from 2015-03-18T17:53:28

Rain Newton-Smith, CBI Director of Economics, discusses the last Budget of this Parliament and what it means for the wider British economy.

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JCB's Philip Bouverat on India's 2015 Budget from 2015-03-18T11:28:06

Philip Bouverat, Director, External Affairs, JCB, on the implications of Prime Minister Modi's first full Budget.

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KPMG's Girish Vanvari on India's 2015 Buget from 2015-03-18T10:48:26

Girish Vanvari, head of tax, KPMG India, gives his assessment of the first full Budget of the Modi premiership.

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KPMG India CEO on India's 2015 Budget from 2015-03-18T10:39:30

Richard Rekhy, CEO KPMG India, assesses the first full budget of the Modi premiership.

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CBI/KPMG India Budget roundtable from 2015-03-18T10:05:33

Richard Rekhy, CEO, KPMG India; Girish Vanvari, Head of Tax, KPMG India and Ben Digby, CBI Head of International discuss the first full Budget of the Modi premiership, seen by many as setting the d...

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GREAT Festival in Shanghai from 2015-03-10T11:03:12

Guy Dru Drury, Head of the CBI’s China Office, explains the impact of the GREAT Festival on British business. Find out more about our Beijing office here - http://www.cbi.org.uk/about-the-cbi/worl...

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Can Consumers Trust Business? Panel debate from 2015-03-04T15:12:42

Hear highlights of our debate&interviews with the panel. Hosted by TV journalist Steph McGovern

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Can consumers trust business? from 2015-02-26T11:03:29

Are profits a result of businesses delivering for consumers or a sign they’re being ripped off and what more should firms do build customer trust.Television Business Journalist Stephanie McGovern p...

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Retailers report surprise dip in sales growth from 2015-02-23T11:00:21

The CBI today released its latest quarterly Distributive Trades Survey showing how retail sales growth came to a near halt in the last quarter, against the expectations of many retailers.While cond...

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John Cridland takes part in Speakers For Schools programme from 2015-02-19T15:30:12

As part of the Speakers For Schools initiative, the CBI's director-general talked to pupils at St Xavier Francis College in south London, to talk about the relationship between business and politic...

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Brighter picture for growth in 2015 from 2015-02-16T09:23:14

Rain Newton-Smith, CBI Director of Economics, and Alpesh Paleja, CBI Head of Economic Analysis, examine the CBI’s first Economic Forecast of 2015, and look at the risks facing the UK’s growth.

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A year of opportunity for UK business in China from 2015-02-06T11:58:09

As the Year of the Sheep approaches, Guy Dru Drury, head of the CBI China Office, discusses the state of China's economy and the opportunities for British investment in the year ahead.

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Growth kicks off New Year for retailers from 2015-01-29T11:01:39

As the CBI publishes its latest Distributive Trades Survey, Alpesh Paleja, its head of economic analysis

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UK manufacturers see growth in orders from 2015-01-22T11:01:09

As the CBI publishes its latest Industrial Trends Survey, Alpesh Paleja, its head of economic analysis, breaks down the figures to explain the outlook for Britain’s manufacturers.

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Jobs in every UK region - new CBI/Accenture survey from 2014-12-22T09:58:15

Katja Hall, CBI Deputy Director-General, Neil Carberry CBI Director for Employment and Skills, and Olly Benzecry, managing director for Accenture in the UK and Ireland announce the news that one ha...

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John Cridland on TTIP from 2014-12-18T13:41:02

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Prof. Juergen Maier, Siemens from 2014-12-18T12:48:04

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Markus Kerber of the BDI explains the importance of TTIP from 2014-12-18T11:22:44

The BDI communicates the interests of German industry to those in positions of political responsibility. It primarily addresses policy-makers and the government in Germany and at EU level. In addit...

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Jonathan Duck explains why TTIP is vital to his firm from 2014-12-18T11:06:35

Jonathan Duck, CEO of Amtico International

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Digital is so much more than your online presence from 2014-12-01T13:57:09

#MSBMonday #LloydsBank

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Key take away: need for more banking relationships from 2014-12-01T13:44:34

#MSBMonday

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Learning from other exporting experiences from 2014-12-01T13:23:55

#MSBMonday #GrantThornton

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The Mumsnet Great Business Debate on flexible working from 2014-11-27T11:59:49

Almost nine in every 10 firms offer some form of flexible working, but a YouGov poll for the CBI’s Great Business Debate suggests 42% of employees would feel uncomfortable asking their employer abo...

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The Great Business Debate: Diversity and inclusion podcast from 2014-11-27T09:01:33

CBI’s The Great Business Debate brings together Ruth Hunt, (CEO, Stonewall), Laura Bates (The Everyday Sexism Project) and Helena Morrissey (CEO Newton Investment and Founder, 30% club) to talk abo...

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Rain Newton-Smith introduces November’s industrial trends survey from 2014-11-20T12:03:15

CBI director for economics Rain Newton-Smith outlines what the latest industrial trends survey tells us about UK manufacturing and exports

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CBIPSN Podcast: The Future of Public Services from 2014-11-12T15:14:43

Taking part in this podcast, chaired by Cathy Newman, are Stella Creasy MP (shadow business minister); Jim Bligh (CBI head of public services); Brenda Cabras, director, employment training, Prospec...

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Hays very own Barista, Reece, invites you to get a coffee! from 2014-11-10T15:27:09

And they are honestly amazing!!

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Exciting vid intro to speech by Ivan Dunleavy, Pinewood Studios Chief from 2014-11-10T15:07:27

The audience is about to hear from Pinewood Shepperton Plc Chief Executive, Ivan Dunleavy

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Ed outlines some of the changes his party would implement from 2014-11-10T14:43:24

Including a new commission for infrastructure, devolving further powers and banking reform #CBI2014

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Ed Miliband addresses the CBI audience #CBIPSN from 2014-11-10T14:33:32

Last but by no means least The Labour Party leader addresses the Conference

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Laura Cohen is excited to hear the three leaders speak! from 2014-11-10T14:21:06

Chief Exec of the British Ceramic Confederation, Laura Cohen, speaks on the need for constructive energy policy and hopes to hear it in the three leaders speeches

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Prime Minister David Cameron's speech to CBI Annual conference from 2014-11-10T14:07:58

@David_Cameron addressing #CBI2014

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CBI making great strides on diversity, says Fiona Hathorn from 2014-11-10T14:05:39

MD of Women on Board UK says the CBI has made great strides on diversity since the last conference #CBI2014

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The big boss John Cridland discusses the conference so far from 2014-11-10T13:43:18

We asked CBI Director-General, John Cridland, what his thoughts were on the conference so far. #CBI2014

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Deputy PM Nick Clegg praises new CBI report #CBI2014 from 2014-11-10T12:33:07

Nick Clegg praises the CBI on latest report #BetterOffBritian #CBI2014

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Dr John Sentamu talks about inequality in the UK #CBI2014 from 2014-11-10T11:37:05

Dr Sentamu, the Archbishop of York, discusses low pay, inequality and the Living Wage #CBI2014

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Mariah Chanmugam from Clevercoms impressed on skills from 2014-11-10T11:22:31

Mariah Chanmugam from Clevercoms was impressed by the Prime Minister's speech about apprenticeships and skills. #CBI2014

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Ollie Wilson from Matchfit Media discusses the PM's speech from 2014-11-10T10:56:51

Matchfit Media is a PR startup in hove. Follow them at @matchfit_media #CBI2014

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Sir Mike kicks off the #CBI2014 Annual Conference from 2014-11-10T09:35:48

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Mervyn Greer from Kier Group discusses local gov't reform from 2014-11-10T09:26:08

Mervyn Greer from Kier group discusses what he want to hear at the Annual Conference, namely, local government reform and devolution!

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Dr Geraint Morgan from Open Uni discusses the Rosetta lander from 2014-11-10T09:13:39

Philae is due to land on a comet on Wednesday after 10 years, travelling 4 billion miles

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Katja Hall on the Annual Conference from 2014-11-10T08:59:37

CBI Deputy Director-General tells us what she hopes to achieve at the CBI Annual Conference #CBI2014

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Cyber Security with Sophos from 2014-10-07T09:08:23

Breaches of cyber security are in the headlines with growing frequency, and there are a number of high profile examples that underline the need for businesses to mitigate the risks.Participants inc...

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CBI's Katja Hall on the #indyref result from 2014-09-19T11:32:58

Katja discussing the result and also next steps for the UKs recovery

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Tristram Hunt at the CBI's education conference from 2014-09-12T15:10:46

Listen to the shadow education secretary's keynote speech to the CBI's education conference.

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Without real leadership educational reforms will fall flat from 2014-09-11T15:03:23

Speaking at the Royal Society, Katja Hall, CBI deputy director-general, stressed the importance of leadership in creating a world-beating education system, producing young people with not just acad...

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Can business win the public’s trust in public services? from 2014-07-15T09:35:52

Broadcaster Cathy Newman hosts a discussion on how those involved in the delivery of public services can win the public's trust. Taking part are Lord Adebowale, chief executive, Turning Point, CBI ...

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George Osborne delivers keynote speech to CBI Annual Dinner from 2014-05-23T14:07

The chancellor of the exchequer delivered the keynote address at the UK business organisation's flagship event.

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CBI backs Speakers for Schools initiative from 2014-03-21T11:45:17

At the CBI's recent Annual Conference, prime minister David Cameron challenged business leaders to take part in the Speakers for Schools programme, a challenge which the CBI's director-general took...

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How can employers get to grips with auto-enrolment? from 2014-03-21T09:12:51

Our panel of pensions experts from business and the Pensions Regulator spell out the steps that employers, many of whom will not have had previous experience of workplace pensions, will need to tak...

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Raj Mack from Digital Birmingham on Smart Cities from 2014-02-17T16:19:59

Raj Mack is head of Digital Birmingham, which was established in 2006 as the driving force to ensure that the benefits of digital and new emerging technologies are available to all people, business...

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Birmingham City Council leader Sir Albert Bore and Shropshire Council chiefexecutive Clive Wright on Smart Cities from 2014-02-17T15:21:33

Sir Albert Bore has been vocal in his opposition to the coalition public spending cuts and coined the phrase ‘jaws of doom’ which dictates the conflicting pressures of local demand and supply for s...

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Phil Extance of Aston University on Smart Cities from 2014-02-17T15:20:17

Dr Phil Extance is pro-vice chancellor for Business Partnership and Knowledge Transfer at Aston University. Dr Phil is responsible for facilitating links between industrial, commercial and public s...

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Rick Robinson of IBM on Smart Cities from 2014-02-17T15:14:58

Rick Robinson is an executive architect at IBM, responsible for the development and delivery of Smarter City solutions for IBM’s customers in the UK and Europe, and a member of the Academy of Urban...

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A turning point for China? The UK-China business relationship in the Year of the Horse from 2014-02-10T16:29

In December 2013 David Cameron took the largest ever delegation of British business people to China, signing over £6bn worth of deals for British businesses. The opportunities for British compani...

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Smart Cities: What will the cities of the future look like? from 2014-02-10T12:09:28

With the world's urban population set to double by 2015, how can cities deal with more and more people? Our panel discuss the next phase of urban planning. Peter Madden, the chief executive of Futu...

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Shadow Pensions minister: Business has a big stake in making sure auto-enrolment works effectively from 2014-01-30T15:33:11

Speaking at the CBI's Pensions Conference, the Labour party's Gregg McClymont says the biggest challenge for auto-enrolment will come from implementing the scheme for medium and small-sized busines...

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Neil Bentley on the business relationship between the UK and Japan from 2014-01-24T14:10:55

The CBI's deputy director-general explored the future of the UK and Japan’s mutual cooperation, and how they might be developed over the next few years.

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The UK economy in 2014 from 2014-01-17T11:22:58

What does the year ahead hold for the economy? The CBI’s director of economics, Stephen Gifford, and head of economic analysis, Anna Leach, look at the prospects for the UK, and the effect of influ...

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Intellectual Property protection is vital says Downton Abbey's Gareth Neame from 2014-01-13T16:26:27

Addressing the audience at the launch of the of the CBI's Creative Nation strategy, Downton Abbey executive producer Gareth Neame said it's the profits generated by successful TV shows, such as Dow...

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Vince Cable - Government fully behind the UK's creative industries from 2014-01-09T17:34:26

Speaking at the launch of the CBI's new strategy for creative industries - The Creative Nation - the business secretary said the government are working hard to protect British firm's intellectual p...

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John Cridland - There’s no need to make an either/or choice between gas and renewables from 2013-12-13T15:45:54

Speaking at a debate on Britain's sustainable energy future, the CBI director-general said It is absolutely right the UK makes the most of the resources we have at home.

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CBI calls for cross-party commitment on industrial strategy at event with shadow business secretary from 2013-11-27T16:20:28

Following the publication of the CBI’s Raising the bar report, launched at the recent HMG-CBI industrial strategy conference, an audience of over sixty business leaders gathered for the CBI’s indus...

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Ed Balls - vital that government works closely with all businesses - large and small from 2013-11-15T14:21:08

"Being pro-market and pro-competition also means acting when markets fail and competition does not operate,"said the shadow chancellor in his address to the CBI Annual Conference

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Polish deputy PM spells out the importance of the UK to Europe from 2013-11-14T12:29:53

Polish deputy prime minister and finance minister Jacek Rostowski, tells business leaders at the CBI's Annual Conference that the debate about EU membership in the UK worries him and the continent ...

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Business is not the enemy - CBI president Sir Mike Rake from 2013-11-14T12:07:46

CBI president Sir Mike Rake says recent rhetoric suggesting that business is the enemy couldn’t be further from the truth, warning that only the private sector can deliver jobs, growth and rising l...

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Cameron urges support for HS2 to keep UK 'on right track' from 2013-11-13T12:39:30

David Cameron, the prime minister, unveiled a five-pronged strategy to boost growth and engineer a"fundamental"rebalancing of the UK economy in his keynote speech to CBI Annual Conference.

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CBI podcast: Is it really big business vs small business? from 2013-11-11T10:50:52

Is the ‘divisive rhetoric’ of recent weeks, which has cast small and big businesses as rivals, justified – or are businesses of all sizes dependent on each other to thrive? Our panel looks at how b...

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How can medium-sized businesses become global companies? from 2013-10-17T14:33:45

This CBI podcast examines the challenges facing medium-sized businesses with ambitions to move from non-exporter to a global business and how these challenges can be overcome. Our panel of experts ...

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Nick Clegg: Scottish and UK businesses 'making the difference' from 2013-09-18T14:05:48

Speaking at CBI Scotland's Annual Dinner, the Liberal Democrat leader stressed the business case for Scotland staying in the 'family of nations'.

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Sir Mike Rake speech to CBI Scotland Annual Dinner from 2013-09-18T13:20:51

Sir Mike Rake addressed political and business leaders in Scotland in his first major speech as president of the CBI.

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CBI Scotland Annual Dinner: Nosheena Mobarik from 2013-09-18T11:30:50

The chair of CBI Scotland says business and commerce should make their voices heard in the debate on Scottish independence.

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Winning confidence in public service markets - CBI talks to the experts from 2013-09-17T15:00:15

With the launch of the new CBI report, Licence To Operate, Jim Bligh speaks to Katja Hall, CBI chief policy director (pictured), Adrian Ringrose, chief executive of Interserve plc and Peter Riddell...

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Lord Grade at the CBI Thames Valley Annual Dinner from 2013-09-16T13:48:46

Excerpts from the speech made by the former chairman of the BBC and executive chairman of ITV, in which Lord Grade praised the success of the UK's creative industries.

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John Cridland: UK economic recovery is 'broad based' from 2013-09-16T13:38:38

Speaking at the CBI Thames Valley annual dinner, the CBI's director-general, gave his view of the current state of the British economy.

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CBI Thames Valley Annual Dinner: Martin Rogers from 2013-09-16T13:31:02

Martin Rogers, executive board director, BAM Group UK Ltd and CBI South East regional chair, with introductory remarks at the event held at the Hilton Hotel, Reading.

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Fallon: UK's aerospace and car industries are world leaders from 2013-09-11T13:11:15

The Enterprise Minister outlines the strength of UK engineering in key sectors - and says Sebastian Vettel was keen to check out the Nissan Infinity

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Tech City CEO: 'I've never seen such a relationship between government and business' from 2013-09-11T12:40:48

Joanna Shields - speaking at the CBI/government industrial strategy conference - spells out the importance of firms being able to feed into policy

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CBI chief: How industrial strategy initiatives can work from 2013-09-11T12:26

John Cridland stresses the importance of business involvement and government support in ensuring that UK industrial strategy is a success

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Vince Cable on Industrial Strategy one year on from 2013-09-11T09:59:59

The Business Secretary says he is encouraged by the approach UK firms have taken to industrial strategy

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Health and social care podcast from 2013-07-29T08:43:02

How integrating health and social care could help UK public services meet the financial and demand pressures they face

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Ed Davey on the EU2030 framework from 2013-07-19T11:25:38

UK Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, Ed Davey, gave a keynote speech at a joint CBI and EUCLG event in Brussels on 'The Business Case for a 2030 Energy and Climate Framework'.

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The Business Case for 2030 Energy&Climate Framework from 2013-07-19T11:21:07

Peter Vis, Head of Cabinet to Commissioner Hedegaard and Daniel Calleja-Crespo, Director General DG Enterprise and Industry address a joint CBI and EUCLG event in Brussels.Mr Vis makes the case for...

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The Work Programme - what lessons can be learned so far? from 2013-07-01T15:25:13

The CBI's Jim Bligh and experts from Avanta, G4S, Ingeus and the Shaw Trust, discuss why the Work Programme matters days after its latest performance statistics shows it has helped over 130,000 lo...

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Co-designing the future of local government: what opportunities are there for firms? from 2013-05-24T11:02:42

The CBI's Jim Bligh is joined by experts from Working Links, Pinnacle-PSG, PPL and EC Harris to discuss the integration of local services - with a focus on Community BudgetsThe CBI is hosting a ser...

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'No time to wobble' on deficit reduction – CBI president Sir Roger Carr from 2013-05-16T14:02:44

UK needs ‘more visible engagement’ in Europe

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CBI Budget Webinar from 2013-03-25T13:35:58

Expert reaction to the chancellor's 2013 Budget from John Cridland, the CBI director-general; Heather Self of Pinsent Masons; Ian Isaac of Lombard and Mike Kapur, chair of the CBI Enterprise Forum

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CBI Northern Ireland mid winter dinner from 2013-01-24T17:02:16

Ian Coulter, CBI Northern Ireland director, underlines the region's business priorites at an event attended by the governor of the Bank of England, Sir Mervyn King

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Sir Mervyn King at CBI Northern Ireland mid-winter dinner from 2013-01-23T12:36:59

The governor of the Bank of England, called for further action to boost the UK's ailing economy

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In full: Ed Miliband's speech to the CBI Annual Conference from 2012-12-07T14:39:33

The Labour party leader tackled growing anti-EU sentiment among political leaders and the British public."I think it will be bad for prosperity, it would hamper us in building the one nation econom...

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In full: Boris Johnson's speech to CBI Annual Conference from 2012-12-06T11:28:38

The mayor of London said the capital must build on the success of the Jubilee and the Olympics, and not underestimate its strengths.You can read more about the CBI's Annual Conference here - http:/...

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We need wartime spirit to help businesses, David Cameron tells CBI Annual Conference from 2012-11-30T14:09:59

The prime minister, speaking at the CBI's Annual Conference at Grosvenor House, says the UK is in the economic equivalent of war - and 'we have to throw everything we've got at winning in this glob...

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Doug King at the CBI/DECC energy policy event from 2012-10-23T11:16:46

Deloitte vice chairman Doug King sets the agenda for the morning's discussions at the breakfast event.

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Neil Bentley at CBI/DECC event from 2012-10-23T11:14:08

Speaking alongside Ed Davey MP, Secretary of State for the Department of Energy and Climate Change, the CBI's deputy director-general made clear that swift Government action is necessary to boost i...

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Ed Davey speech to the CBI/DECC energy event from 2012-10-23T11:07:37

In his address to senior business leaders and industry experts, the energy and climate change secretary assured businesses the government will provide the certainty investors are looking for in its...

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Vince Cable MP at CBI Industrial Future Dinner from 2012-10-04T12:43:29

Addressing senior business leaders at a CBI event in London, the business secretary outlined his vision for a national industrial strategy

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Dr Ralf Speth at the CBI's Industrial Future Dinner from 2012-10-04T11:24:25

The chairman of Jaguar Land Rover delivers the keynote address to the business lobbying group's event in London

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John Cridland speech to CBI Industrial Future Dinner from 2012-09-26T11:24:21

In his speech to the CBI Industrial Future Dinner event in London, the CBI's director-general said 'This is where a new approach to industrial strategy is so important. A joined-up strategy that wo...

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Growth alone won't solve unemployment crisis - CBI from 2012-08-16T11:25:06

Speaking at the CBI's Jobs Summit, John Cridland warns that a return to growth will not in itself solve the root causes of youth unemployment, and will call for renewed focus on the issue.

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CBI Action for Jobs Summit: David Miliband MP from 2012-08-16T10:48:05

The Labour politician says businesses and local voluntary groups with the aid of government must join forces to help those areas of the UK where as many as one in three youngsters are not in employ...

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CBI Action for Jobs Summit: Nick Clegg MP from 2012-08-16T10:09:03

Listen to the deputy prime minister's keynote address to the CBI event.

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Sir Roger Carr on the importance of the UK having an industrial policy from 2012-08-14T10:19:25

Speaking at the CBI West Midland's annual dinner, the CBI president said an effective industrial policy must be"ambitious, consistent, coherent and intelligent, with an unremitting focus on improvi...

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John Cridland at the Dearing Conference from 2012-02-23T16:55:27

The CBI director-general encourages universities to improve their links with mid-sized business, in an address to the Dearing Higher Education Conference at Nottingham University

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