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Written question asked by Gareth Davies (Conservative) on Thursday, 4 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 10 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Blair McDougall (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.

Small Businesses: Rural Areas

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps he is taking to support SMEs in (a) Lincolnshire and (b) other rural areas with changes in (i) employment and (ii) energy costs.

Answer

The government is supporting small businesses, including those in Lincolnshire and rural areas, to start, scale and grow as part of the Plan for Small Businesses.

We are delivering our Plan to Make Work Pay by extending the protections already offered by many British employers to millions more workers across the country. We provide practical guidance and support for businesses and workers, alongside wider engagement and educational activity.

Government monitors the impact of international energy markets on businesses and stands ready to respond. The Chancellor recently announced that from 2027, the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme will cut energy bills by up to 25% for over 10,000 manufacturers.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
6847
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Employment Energy Government assistance Prices Rural areas Small businesses
Link
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