Small Business Index

Lord Lexden Excerpts

Monday 18th February 2019 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Vere of Norbiton]

My noble friend has already referred to the news that came out of Swindon shortly before we came into the Chamber today. From what I have seen to date, it looks as if the closure will happen over a three-year period. The Government will be working very closely with all the suppliers, be they large or small, and with all the employees who may need to find alternative employment over the next few years.

[Lord Lexden (Con)]

How are the Government getting on in ensuring that all their bills from small businesses are paid extremely promptly?

[Baroness Vere of Norbiton]

It is the ambition of government that we pay our bills as promptly, or more promptly, than some large companies do. If I can find any more information as to detailed stats, I will write to my noble friend.