Strong UK support for small businesses with calls for government action

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A study, carried out in the wake of last month's Budget, has uncovered overwhelming public backing for small businesses as they wrestle with continuing financial challenges. The research, which surveyed 2,000 adults, discovered that 88% regard small businesses as essential to a flourishing local community, with the majority believing they merit stronger support from government and local councils to remain viable.

Slashing business rates, cutting energy bills and lowering corporation tax are the primary measures Britons wish to see introduced to help small businesses. Additionally, streamlining red tape, making the tax system simpler, and decreasing National Insurance payments are other approaches the