A survey has also been launched to gather the views of South Shropshire’s more than 5,000 small businesses and traders, defined as those employing up to 50 people.
Stuart wants to make South Shropshire one of the best places in the country to start and grow a business. He has said that he wants to better understand the needs and concerns of the local business community to inform his work in Parliament when advocating for more support to drive local economic growth.
Stuart's call for nominations and small business survey have both been launched ahead of Small Business Saturday on 7th December 2024, which celebrates the value of and social impact made by local businesses on our high streets, town centres, and villages. South Shropshire's convenience stores, for example, provide jobs for 928 people. In the West Midlands, they have invested £89 million over the last year. 82% of the region’s independent retailers take part in some form of community engagement - with consumers ranking them as the number one service for encouraging local growth. Stuart is calling on local businesses and traders to share their views and insights by completing his survey.
