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This week

This week is a key week for the CBI in Brussels with major meetings and votes taking place in the European institutions. Richard Lambert will be meeting MEPs and CBI members with discussion focusing on our Business matters for Europe report.

News

Export picture brightens for UK manufacturers

Overseas demand for UK-made goods is continuing to recover with export order books the least depressed since August 2008, according to a CBI survey, but overall demand remains weak. Full story

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Video

Low-carbon business breakfast series

Watch delegates give their views after the first in a series of events which focus on how business can move into the low-carbon decade.
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Events

Can low-carbon business be profitable?

This breakfast on 15 April will offer practical examples on how to make a profit in a low-carbon economy. Hear from Philips' Mike Simpson and Rex Vevers from Ceres Power. Two companies benefiting from and empowering a green economy. Book now

Climate change board

At the heart of the climate change debate – focused on putting the UK back on track to meet its carbon reduction targets.

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We are a proud supporter of 10:10. A project which aims to reduce the nation's carbon output by 10% in 2010. Find out how your business can get involved now.

Higher education taskforce

Working with business leaders to develop the relationship between business and universities.

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Tax reform

UK business tax policy needs reform to enhance the UK's international competitiveness.

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Public services strategy board

Our campaign to improve the quality and efficiency of the UK's public services

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