Economy boost for East Midlands
The East Midlands economy is in line for a boost next week thanks the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.
Nottingham debate on elected Mayor
Politicians will meet this afternoon at an open debate to discuss whether Nottingham should have an elected Mayor.
Call to cap Business Rates
The Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce has written to MPs urging them to back a motion to cap Business Rates at 2%.
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Businesses and unions call on government to safeguard gas supplies
Businesses and unions are calling for government intervention to protect industries from gas shortages.
The British Chamber of Commerce, the TUC and the British Ceramic Confederation are claiming that gas shortages are harming jobs and investment.
Dr Adam Marshall, British Chamber of Commerce, said: "Large-scale investment in plant is often dependent on stability and having confidence in the future. How can these industries be expected to create jobs and wealth if there are serious concerns about the fuel on which they depend?"
Economy boost for East Midlands
by Gareth Owen
The East Midlands economy is in line for a boost next week thanks the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.
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Nottingham debate on elected Mayor
by Daniel Henry
Politicians will meet this afternoon at an open debate to discuss whether Nottingham should have an elected Mayor.
Read the full storyBudget: Business leaders welcome top rate income tax cut
Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Group have welcomed the Chancellor's decision to cut the top rate of income tax and corporation tax as a recipe for growth and job creation in the region.
Call to cap Business Rates
The Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce has written to MPs urging them to back a motion to cap Business Rates at 2%.
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