Written question asked by Alex Baker (Labour) on Monday, 20 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 22 April 2026. It was answered by Blair McDougall (Labour) on Tuesday, 28 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.
Business: Government Assistance
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps his Department is taking to help businesses to increase exports, improve productivity, and create more skilled jobs.
- Answer
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The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is putting exports at the heart of our growth mission to boost productivity and create skilled jobs across the UK. Through our Trade Strategy, we are removing barriers that hold UK businesses back from selling to the world by negotiating trade deals, tackling regulatory obstacles, and expanding export finance support.
For the first time, DBT has integrated its support in a single, accessible place - the Business Growth Service - helping firms build the capabilities needed to compete internationally. This includes tailored market advice, free Business Academy training, access to UK Export Finance and our on-the-ground network around the world.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 128459
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Exports Government assistance Job creation Skilled workers Productivity
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- 2026-04-28 11:24:27 +0100
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