The business voice for a better future
The South West Business Council is the economic partnership for the South West of the UK, representing the interests of businesses across the region, nationally, and across the world.The business voice for a better future
The South West Business Council is the economic partnership for the South West of the UK, representing the interests of businesses across the region, nationally, and across the world.An introduction to SWBC
About SWBC
The South West Business Council is the economic partnership for the South West of the UK. We shine a spotlight on regional capabilities that are ahead of the field nationally and around the world, providing evidence of the South West’s differentiation in a global marketplace and providing a single voice that describes an open, innovative, dynamic and exciting region.
With a track record of over 18 years, we broker high-level connections between the private, public, and third sectors and lobby on regional issues of importance to the business community. Working at a strategic level, SWBC works hard to ensure that the best decisions are made to deliver sustainable economic prosperity for the South West; an economy of over £30 billion. Above all, we focus on delivering and enabling insight, innovation and impact for every business across the South West.
South West Business Council activities are supported by private sector membership. We focus on bringing new opportunities to life for our members by operating as an enabler, a catalyst and an honest broker and by sharing strategic insight and information. Make a difference, Join our network.
Strategic Priorities
About us
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Latest news
News from SWBC and its members
Construction industry to benefit from new £1 million training facility
Work is underway at City College Plymouth on an exciting new facility that will enhance training in construction subjects as the College progresses in its vision to support the city’s aspirations to drive economic growth. After being approved as a provider of the new...
Womble Bond Dickinson
The South West Business Council (SWBC) recently supported their member, law firm Womble Bond Dickinson, to expand the reach of their services and gain valuable brand visibility through the SWBC’s extensive network and high-profile events. Womble Bond Dickinson is a...
New wellbeing centre will be a ‘beacon of light’ for students
City College Plymouth welcomed University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Chief Executive, Ann James, on Thursday to open its new wellbeing hub. The new hub, which is called The Lighthouse Wellbeing Centre, is an integral part of the College’s health and wellbeing...





Diversity Business Incubator BAME Awards
The SWBC was delighted to be part of the Diversity Business Incubator Grand BAME Gala Awards. DBI do an amazing job highlighting the great work of Black Asian and Minority Ethnic businesses & entrepreneurs in the region. We are really proud to partner with them and have their Managing Director Jabo Butera part of our Statutory board.
SWBC in the News
As a voice for the South West business community, we regularly comment on key topics impacting the wider region in the media. Click the button below to see the latest examples of the South West Buisness Council in the news.
Events

The South West Business Council organise quarterly conferences, which link closely to our strategic priorities, and also an Annual Dinner in October.
Keynote speakers are often from outside the region, delivering insights from a national and sometimes international perspective
We also work with our members to promote their own respective events, occasionally collaborating on joint event initiatives.