Supporting the High street and Local businesses

Having being involved in setting up a local BID (Business Improvement District) Akaal understands the challenges faced by local businesses. That is why Akaal will continue to campaign and support our local economy and agrees with the government’s policy in creating a strong national economy for business to thrive.

Making Britain the best place to grow and start a business

Government’s plan to upgrade infrastructure will make it easier for businesses to operate

- A new £3 billion National Skills Fund, alongside other major investment in skills and training

- As well as encouraging investment in physical building and equipment, this will help employers invest in skills and look at how we can improve the working of the Apprenticeship Levy.

Backing entrepreneurs and innovation - to support entrepreneurship and to see more entrepreneurs, including women and those from BAME backgrounds.