We welcome the Government’s commitment to tackling stagnant productivity growth and low rates of investment. This response outlines evidence-based policy interventions that could have a significant impact on the economy – and place small businesses at the centre of a comprehensive growth strategy.
FSB proposes specific measures, including setting a target to increase the number of SMEs, ensuring small business representation in decision-making bodies, and streamlining local planning processes. We would like to emphasise the crucial role of SMEs in the UK economy and the need to support their growth and innovation.
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