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Businesses get round the table with Orpington MP


On Friday 29th September a group of local business leaders from a cross section of industries attended a roundtable discussion with Orpington MP Gareth Bacon, hosted by Clarkson Wright & Jakes Solicitors and facilitated by Orpington 1st.

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The meeting provided a forum in which to exchange views, discuss the challenges and opportunities facing local businesses, as well as looking at the broader economic landscape.

Issues covered included rising costs and diminished consumer spending power, recruitment, housing and regeneration, business rates and general taxation, energy and net zero, and policing.

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Gareth Bacon MP said, "I was delighted to meet business owners and representatives at the second Orpington 1st Roundtable to hear about the progress made since last year and also to learn more about the challenges they face. Thanks to Amanda Mehlin and CWJ for hosting the meeting, to Orpington 1st for facilitating, and to everyone who attended."

Orpington 1st BID Executive Director Chris Travers said, “The BID provides a strong voice for our business community and we’re pleased to facilitate occasions like this to ensure that voice is heard by our elected representatives. This has been an interesting an productive discussion with a constructive and knowledgeable group. Thank you to all those who contributed and to Clarkson Wright & Jakes for their hospitality.”

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