
Will they be ending the year on a high, after being lavished with generosity and good tidings? Many small businesses continued to struggle in 2013. Be it with securing finance or finding new customers, they can only hope that things improve for them this year.
But if Santa really could deliver the Christmas gift of their dreams, here are a few things they would have wished to find under their trees….1. Better banking
2. Government support
Despite many members of parliament claiming to be pro-business, there is still a strong feeling amongst SMEs that those with the power are not doing enough to support the small businesses that contribute so much to the economy. Active members of parliament who have really experienced the challenges of starting and running a small business can really help ensure that SME’s are given the priority they deserve.3. FCA turnaround
4. A blank cheque
Granted, this is very unlikely. But with stories of big businesses being let off the hook for what appear to be huge tax bills, small businesses do not feel they have been given the same treatment. On the contrary, they feel that the tax and administration regime is a weighty burden, which undoubtedly puts off some new business start-ups. Any opportunity to reduce the cost of running a business would unquestionably be a good thing for all concerned! Alison Loveday is managing partner at independent law firm, Berg. Image SourceShare this story