We’ve heard enough about the tough times for small businesses, here are three big opportunities all SMEs can go for, writes small business commissioner Emma Jones

Small businesses have undeniably had a tough time but there are opportunities ahead. Depending on the type and trade of small business, issues can differ, whether it be a hospitality operator struggling with increased costs or a tech startup accessing new talent. Yet the opportunities are common and I feel there are three big ones for small firms to currently consider.

1. Sell to government

The first opportunity is to sell to government. With central government committed to making it easier for SMEs to sell to the public sector, either direct or via larger suppliers, there is significant contract potential for small businesses. The Procurement Act that came into effect in February 2025 is powering this shift to increased SME spend and there is a supportive minister in the form of Georgia Gould who is also looking at a Commercial........

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