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The GDP grew by 0.4 per cent in February and Dorset Chamber hopes that with the easing of lockdown, this trend will continue.

At the Dorset Chamber annual meeting, which was held virtually, Caron Khan took over as president, succeeding Liz Willingham.

Help is available from Dorset Chamber for local exporters who have seen a drop in business since January.

Dorset Chamber, Bournemouth Coastal Bid and Ellis Jones Solicitors have welcomed many aspects of the Budget.

Although some businesses will be disappointed at the ‘roadmap’ the cautious easing of restrictions has been largely welcomed by the Chamber.

Economic conditions remain weak across the country, although there are signs of recovery in some sectors.

One-off top up grants have been welcomed by BCP Council but Dorset Chamber has reservations about the level of support.

Chief Executive Ian Girling says the Chamber supports the third lockdown and promises help for businesses.

Around 50 business leaders heard that the BCP Council area is on the way to becoming a ‘world class city region’.

Although Dorset Chamber recognises the grim figures, chief executive Ian Girling thinks there is some cause for optimism.