business news 19 October 2021 James Salmon, Operations Director. Small firms more optimistic about survival.  Supply-chain struggles hit small firms’ growth. Net zero drive may see tax increases. Going green could boost revenue and jobs at small firms. Budget unlikely

Business news 18 October 2021 James Salmon, Operations Director. Interest rate signal Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said the central bank will “have to act” to curb inflationary forces and warned higher energy costs mean price pressures will linger.

business news 15 October 2021 James Salmon, Operations Director. Loan defaults likely to rise, say lenders.  Business bodies warn that tax hikes could hit the UK’s recovery. Policing the ‘wild west’ of UK insolvencies.  MPC members urge caution on interest rate

Construction growth hit – business news 7 October 2021 James Salmon, Operations Director. Construction growth hit by shortages and price rises. UK managers plan slow return to office as Covid concerns remain. Johnson’s conference speech dubbed “economically illiterate”. IMF inflation

business news 6 October 2021 James Salmon, Operations Director. Rising costs hamper business growth. Visa Tax suggested. PM: Bosses have used high immigration to avoid investment. Global deal on 15% corporation tax rate edges nearer and lots more business news.