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Less than half of responding firms (46%) are expecting increased turnover over the next 12 months (compared with 48% in Q3), while nearly a quarter (24%) expect a decrease (21% in Q3). Meanwhile, only 19% have increased investment and 27% have scaled back plans. The survey was carried out by the BCC Insights Unit and the UK-wide Chamber network, before and after the Budget, with the fieldwork conducted between 10 November and 8 December.
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