Put a cross in the box for business
Alan Lowry, FSB`s NI Policy Chair reviews the NI Parties General Election manifestos
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
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
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.
Small business reaction to Labour Party manifesto
Pledges to reform business rates, legislate to tackle late payments by big businesses to their smaller suppliers, and remove barriers for small business exporters are welcome proposals.
All parties must now turn to growth, as GDP flatlines
Small firms see the domestic economy as their top barrier to growth, and flat GDP result in April rings alarm bells
Small businesses respond to Conservative Party manifesto
FSB has set out is own bold plan of action for whoever forms the Government for the next five years, with more than 150 recommendations to drive growth for the small businesses that not only provide jobs in our local communities but help make so many of our towns, villages and cities the special places they are.
FSB responds to Labour Party’s small business plans
Focus on tackling late payment is especially welcome
Deal not sealed for small business votes, as poll reveals more than half could still be swayed in election campaign
FSB publishes its manifesto ahead of July's General Election, setting out what small businesses want to see from the next Government