BCC’s Longworth Says ‘Brexit’ Facts Should Be Laid Out

The transcript discusses the divided opinions among business leaders regarding the UK's EU membership. A survey shows mixed support, with smaller businesses favoring exit and multinationals preferring to stay. The government seeks business backing to remain in the EU, but businesses prioritize rational, short-term interests. The discussion highlights the risks of both leaving and staying, emphasizing the need for factual information over scaremongering. The British Chambers of Commerce remains neutral, focusing on presenting facts to its members.

What factors influence businesses' decisions regarding EU membership according to the text?

What is the significance of the phrase 'the devil and the deep Blue Sea' in the context of the EU membership debate?

What concerns were raised about the government's approach to the EU exit debate?