Draft legislation has been published to revoke the so-called “staircase tax”, as the government pledges to recalculate business rates and payout backdated savings for those affected. more»
The government has enforced a deadline to ensure the £124m rate relief fund is swiftly allocated to vulnerable firms facing the biggest increase in business rates. more»
The Federation of Small Businesses has urged government to provide immediate financial support for traders facing tough business rates increases, as local authorities continue to delay distribution of discretionary rate relief. more»
The upcoming general election will not delay distribution of the £300m business rate relief fund for vulnerable firms, the Department for Communities and Local Government has confirmed. more»
The issue isn’t the availability of credit, it’s about making it easier and simpler to access this finance – while also educating the market about said availability. more»
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has identified a pressing need for Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) to become more accountable around local spending transparency. more»
The department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) has been disbanded by new prime minister Theresa May in one of the most radical cabinet reshuffles in decades. more»
Speaking at the first inter-ministerial group on business engagement, the business secretary has announced a new package of funding for the UK’s most disruptive businesses. more»
Simple single market access, an ability to hire the right people and continued, secure access to funding are key priorities for small businesses going forward. more»
Suggesting that exports can and should be considered the driving force behind the government’s Northern Powerhouse initiative, Javid called on more small business owners in the north of the country to look towards international trade. more»
