North West firms 'confident on growth'

Summary

North West firms are confident about the region's prospects for economic growth despite current headwinds, a new survey shows.

New findings from the Lloyds Business Barometer reveal that, despite pressures such as rising fuel and energy costs, 88% of businesses in the North West expect the region to experience economic growth in the next three years.

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