FSB research shows that half of independent retailers think their town centre is performing ‘poorly' and is backing calls for closer ties between small firms and local authorities, to boost spending on the high street.

Research by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) shows that one in four UK small firms risk being uncompetitive by not having their own website. As a consequence jobs and growth on local high streets could be under threat.

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) broadly welcomes Lord Young's report and his ideas for proposed additional help for small firms.

Responding to the Queen's Speech today the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has said that we welcome the focus on a stronger economy and measures to help small businesses to create jobs.

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has written an open letter to the Chancellor