The event, called Post-referendum: where do we stand?, will take place at the Postgraduate Centre at the Luton campus on Thursday 2 March from 7:45-9:45am.

The event, organised by the University’s Business School, in conjunction with Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Small Businesses, is aimed at ensuring businesses are fully briefed on the latest and expected future developments as the UK’s departure from the EU is negotiated and effected.

Professor Stephen Hyde from the University’s Business School, said: “The outlook for businesses as we go through the Brexit process is uncertain to say the least. Our series of events for business executives is designed to keep them up to date with relevant developments and to give opportunities to put specific questions to a panel of experts and advisers. This should enable them to plan and act with greater confidence going forward.”

Speakers will include the University’s Vice Chancellor Bill Rammell, the University’s Head of Law & Finance Dr Socrates Karidis, Claire Dickinson from Ernst & Young and Mark Pelopida from Machins Solicitors.

To book a free place at the event, visit: Post-referendum: where do we stand?

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About the University of Bedfordshire Business School

The University of Bedfordshire Business School is the largest business school in the region, with 140 full-time staff and a further 60 visiting professors, scholars, practitioners and fellows. The Business School has around 5,000 students on campus with a further 2,000 at partner institutions, studying a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses including Accounting & Finance, Law, Business, HRM & Management and Marketing, Tourism & Hospitality.

About the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)

As experts in business, FSB offers members a wide range of vital business services, including advice, financial expertise, support and a powerful voice in Government. Its aim is to help smaller businesses achieve their ambitions. More information is available at www.fsb.org.uk/bedscambsherts and follow on twitter @fsbbedcambhert.