Take part in our Quarterly Economic Survey and have your voice heard across the country
As part of the British Chambers of Commerce accredited Chamber Network, the Essex Chambers of Commerce participate in the largest and most representative independent business survey in the UK, and a significant economic indicator, the Quarterly Economic Survey (QES).
This flagship Survey gives us unparalleled insight into what’s happening in the UK business community and the health of the UK economy as well as the County’s. The QES is closely watched by policymakers such as the Treasury, the Bank of England and the Office of Budget Responsibility, and also attracts a significant amount of media attention.
The findings of the QES are vital in both the BCC’s and our own lobbying efforts, making sure your voice is properly heard both nationally and locally on the issues that matter. By telling us what is impacting on your business – we will be able to start doing something about it.
What makes the QES unique?
- Sample size – The survey is aggregated from businesses sourced by the Chamber of Commerce network from across the UK. Completed by over 6,000 businesses each quarter, it is one of the UK’s largest and most representative private business surveys.
- Multi-sector – Covers both the manufacturing sector (25% of respondents) and services sector (75%). A high proportion of respondents from both sectors are exporters.
- Company size – The survey covers businesses of all sizes, with the vast majority of respondents falling in to the SME category of under 250 employees.
- Timeliness – Each quarter, the QES is made available before official statistics (such as GDP growth), and so provides an up to the minute picture of business sentiment.
The QES is a clear example of how being part of the Essex Chambers of Commerce means you are part of something bigger.
To take part in this survey visit www.essexchambers.co.uk/qes.htm. It only takes about two minutes to complete!
View the national results of the last survey here www.essexchambers.co.uk/quarterly_economic_survey.htm