Norfolk Chamber recently hosted a visit to Norwich by representatives from HM Treasury.
Charles Roxburgh, Second Permanent Secretary, Clare Lombardelli, Director of Strategy, Planning and Budget, and Beth Russell, Director of Personal Tax, Welfare and Pensions met with a cross-section of businesses at the Chamber office.
Among the topics discussed was consumer spending; the challenge of accessing a skilled workforce and delivering skills, including the impact of the apprenticeship levy on businesses. As well as broadband difficulties in relation to online filing; the need to review the business rates system; and potential impact on customs tariffs from Brexit. Members also aired their views on changes to personal tax/National Insurance for the self-employed.
In addition, Norfolk Chamber arranged for HM Treasury to visit the premises of Start-Rite Shoes Ltd.
