Behind Shevaun Haviland: The reality of UK business and what comes next

Behind Shevaun Haviland: The reality of UK business and what comes next

May 26, 2026 · 37 min · Episode 6

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Shevaun Haviland CBE discusses the current state of UK business and the challenges it faces.

In this episode of Behind the Narrative, Katharine Spence is joined by Shevaun Haviland CBE, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, to unpack the reality of UK business beyond the headlines. Drawing on insights from thousands of firms across the country, Shevaun discusses the pressures businesses are facing - from rising costs and geopolitical uncertainty to regulatory change - and why, despite it all, optimism and ambition remain at the heart of British enterprise. Host: Katharine Spence Guest: Shevaun Haviland CBE Get in touch: behindthenarrative@h-advisors.global A production by H/Advisors, the global strategic communications group: www.h-advisors.global

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