Small firms’ blues show how much Government growth push is needed
Small business confidence hit a post-Covid low in the final quarter of 2024
Confidence falls to four-year low among Scottish small businesses
Further decline in Small Business Index shows need for vital and urgent action
UK Government should establish special unit to underpin NI as key trade gateway
A well resourced unit will help deliver the benefits of dual market access
GDP rise is welcomed, but small firms need long-lasting growth actions
The fall in production in the last quarter shows that evidence of a feel-good factor from the end of last year is sadly lacking
Business Group call for SME-Focused Apprenticeship Strategy to Bridge Skills Gaps
Boosting SME apprenticeships can help tackle skills shortages in Wales
Small firms mark National Apprenticeship Week with call for £3k incentive to help them hire new talent
FSB releases statistics to mark this year’s National Apprenticeship Week in England
Small firms hope base rate cut will mean lower borrowing costs
Elevated rates are holding back growth, and small businesses need access to funding so they can invest and expand
Two-thirds of Scottish councils considering local Visitor Levy
FSB research shows 21 out of 32 local authorities discussing charge
Delivery of Vital Lifeline for Small Businesses Crucial to Economic Recovery
FSB Wales call for delivery of rates relief ahead of Senedd debate
FSB NI appoints Rachel McCorriston as new Head of Policy
Rachel joins the FSB team from the Northern Ireland Office (NIO) where she was the Senior Economist.