Petition to Protect Small Businesses
| Published: 28th May 2008 22:06 |
The House of Commons Small Shops Group estimates that by 2015 there will be no independent retailers remaining in our towns and villages.
Whether you believe that this statistic has credibility or not, there's no escaping the fact that small businesses are currently facing tough times. Wherever you look there are stories of businesses closing, whether due to high rates or rent, or lack of demand.
To put pressure on the Government to protect small businesses, John Wright of the Federation of Small Businesses, has launched a petition.
To show your support, please click here to find out more and add your name to the 3,476* already listed.
*Figure correct at time of writing.
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