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Other things you need to know The FSB is a member-led organisation, which means that policies and campaigns are directed by members currently running businesses and who are in a unique position to comment on issues directly affecting small business. Members cover the whole spectrum of business types in all sectors. One of the major benefits to FSB members is the FSB's legal helpline, which operates 24 hours a day. Last year, the helpline received over 100,000 calls, the majority of calls on employment matters, but they also dealt with issues such as commercial contract, landlord and tenant, and consumer affairs. During 2001, the FSB allocated £500,000 to members as a result of the Foot and Mouth outbreak. This money was available to businesses that were facing financial difficulties in the form of interest free loans. Over the past year, lobbying has ensured that small businesses get a fair deal from the banks on charges and interest, the removal of corporation tax for businesses with profits below £10,000 and exemptions for small firms under stakeholder pension requirements. There is concern about Government plans to give local authorities further revenue-raising powers through Business Improvement Districts and for congestion charges, and the continuing burden on employers in administering welfare payments through the payroll. The regulatory burden is also a particular concern. On these and other issues, the FSB is fighting for a better deal for small businesses. Find out more Federation of Small Businesses; http://www.fsb.org.uk/ |
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