Each question has a star rating from participants; the average score is shown next to it.
On a scale of 1–5, how supportive do you think the current political and regulatory climate is for small businesses in the UK?
How would you rate the level of bureaucracy small businesses face today (1 = unbearable, 5 = efficient and light-touch)?
How would you rate the tax environment for small businesses right now — taking into account corporation tax, VAT thresholds, and incentives like R&D credits?
How would you rate the availability of funding and credit for small businesses?
How would you rate the infrastructure (digital connectivity, transport, utilities) that small businesses rely on?
How would you rate the level of stability and predictability in the UK policy environment for small business planning?