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Written question asked by Jessica Toale (Labour) on Friday, 10 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 April 2026. It was answered by Blair McDougall (Labour) on Monday, 20 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.


Small Businesses: Theft

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what support mechanisms exist for small businesses who lose stock or income due to crime where no insurance cover is available.

Answer

The Government recognises the significant challenges that crime and theft can pose for small businesses. There is a wide range of available insurance products, where cover is difficult to secure, the British Insurance Brokers’ Association can help identify specialist brokers.

The Government is also strengthening its response to retail crime and improving town centre safety through the Crime and Policing Bill, the Safer Streets mission, and the new High Streets Illegality Taskforce.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
126297
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Finance Small businesses Theft
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk