Calls for Free Parking and Financial Relief to Revive Small Town Shops Thursday, July 3, 2025 parking businessrates smallbusiness highstreet localeconomy retail rural grants councillors b&nes Independent councillors in Bath and North East Somerset are urging the local council to take stronger action to support small and rural businesses, highlighting the risk of widespread closures under current policies. The … Read More
Small Businesses Struggle with Rising Costs and Job Losses Thursday, April 17, 2025 smallbusinesses risingcosts joblosses nationalinsurance businessrates financialchallenges sectorstrain economy liberaldemocrats localbusinesses Small businesses in Bath and North East Somerset are facing financial challenges as a result of increased national insurance contributions and soaring ingredient costs. Employees could potentially lose nearly £3,000 each by … Read More