Norfolk business leaders react to the autumn Budget
Norfolk’s business leaders have welcomed some of the announcements made in the Budget, but said the chancellor should have done more to support firms. Candy Richards, who represents East Anglia at the Federation of Small Businesses, said there was “nothing to combat crippling energy and employment costs, and the increase to small business rates relief excludes too many”. Candy Richards, who represents East Anglia at the Federation of Small Businesses, said it is an "incredibly bleak outlook" for firms in the region (Image: Lucy Taylor) “The Chancellor had signalled that this budget would provide breathing space for businesses, but it falls far too short in delivering the necessary measures to restore confidence amongst our region’s smallest firms,” she added. “The increase in Small Business Rate Relief for small firms in retail, hospitality and leisure is welcome for those who will be…