New Conservative leader and Prime Minister Liz Truss must act urgently to prevent long-term economic damage, business leaders in the West Midlands said today.
Top of her in tray must be to curb the "rampant" energy costs which are strangling businesses and household budgets while ensuring the region's mayor Andy Street has the support needed to reduce the reliance on fossil fuels and elevate Birmingham's standing will be crucial.
Henrietta Brealey, chief executive of Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, said the most pressing concern for the new Prime Minister was to tackle issues facing businesses and the economy.
