Andrew Digwood, president of the York & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, whose latest economic report highlights the impact of the crisis. BUSINESS confidence is improving but the Covid pandemic has cost many jobs and 'hollowed out' industries. The latest economic report from the York & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce shows that people are feeling more positive, but the crisis is far from over and it highlights sectoral imbalances. The Chamber quarterly economic survey of businesses was carried out as the second national lockdown started in November 2020. It saw a manufacturing rebound following a very challenging year, with domestic and international sales up on the previous quarter for many.