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Politicians should listen to the voice of business

It is often the business voice that adds the forgotten common sense, the necessary expertise and the balance to consultations surrounding the myriad of issues facing this region. Read

MPs finally waking up to the issue of business crime

MPs are at last recognising the problem of crime against our businesses. Read

Utilities still acting like ruthless monopolies

When is a contract not a contract? Seemingly, when purchasing your gas or electricity, from one of the main suppliers. Read

It will be rough but small firms can survive the crunch

There is no doubt that the economy is heading for a rough time over the next 12 to 18 months. But it should not mean businesses have to suffer. Read

Budget has a sting for all of us

What a disappointment the Budget turned out to be last week, but what an insight it has given us into the minds of all the political parties as to their true (mis)understanding of small businesses. Read

At last, a strategy driven by the needs of business

The launch on Monday by Minister for the West Midlands, Liam Byrne, of the region's Skills Action Plan marked a welcome sea-change in ideology. Read

Training with the reserves has a positive spin-off

There are many activities that small businesses support and enjoy, but there is none I feel that is more rewarding, nor of greater benefit to the business, than joining our Reserve Forces. Read

Support your local small businesses

For many small businesses, February is often the time when they take a step back from the new year roller coaster. Read

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