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Small Businesses: Surrey Heath

Asked by Dr Al PinkertonLiberal DemocratDepartment for Business and TradeTabled Answered 9 June 2026UIN 5612

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps his Department is taking to support micro-businesses in Surrey Heath constituency.

Answered by Blair McDougall

The government is committed to supporting all small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), including micro-businesses, through the Small Business Plan - the most comprehensive support package in a generation.

The plan features the most significant legislative reforms in 25 years to tackle late payments; unlocking billions of pounds in finance for start-ups; removing unnecessary red tape; revitalising High Streets, as well as boosting Digital and AI Adoption.

The Business Growth Service makes it easier for SMEs to access the right support at any stage of their growth journey, while Business Surrey provides free, expert advice for businesses across Surrey Heath.

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