SCOTTISH Labour have failed to overtake the SNP in a major survey on business confidence in Scotland ...
The latest Understanding Business report, which surveys more than 500 firms from across every region in Scotland, found that Labour’s efforts to be viewed as the best party for business had so far failed to convince the majority of businessowners.
The results of the survey show that businesses remain anxious about increased taxation and business rates, with 43% believing that a reduction in taxation was one of the most important factor in boosting growth.The call for reduced taxation comes as 42% said rising operational costs are a barrier to growth with economic uncertainty just behind on 38%.
“In line with previous waves of the study, skills continue to be a major issue for businesses with a lack of skilled applicants remaining the biggest when it comes to recruitment.”
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