Put a cross in the box for business
Alan Lowry, FSB`s NI Policy Chair reviews the NI Parties General Election manifestos
FSB Weekly Brief Newsletter – Friday 28 June 2024
ELECTION COUNTDOWN: All of this week's most important small business news.
Scandalous that businesses hit by flooding eight months ago still await financial support
Businesses hit by flooding eight months ago in the Newry, Mourne and Down area still await financial support
FSB responds to Scottish Conservative manifesto
Tax commitments on VAT threshold and National Insurance Contributions for self-employed welcomed
Base rate plateau risks stifling growth, say small firms
Small firms will be hoping that the tipping point for a cut will be reached sooner rather than later, to help them invest and scale up
FSB responds to “small business light” SNP manifesto
Scotland Policy Chair Andrew McRae would like to have seen more on the party's commitment to economic growth
FSB responds to Scottish Labour’s manifesto
Promise to stamp out late payments and help smaller firms bidding for UK Government contracts are welcome
Small firms need next Government to reduce cost of international trade
FSB figures show that one in five small firms are worried about the costs of exports and imports over the next five years
NI party manifesto launches should be opportunity to set out their pro-business credentials
The General Election on 4th July is the perfect opportunity for Northern Ireland`s parties to put forward a compelling pro-SME business case.
FSB Weekly Brief Newsletter – Friday 14 June 2024
ELECTION COUNTDOWN: All of this week's most important small business news.