The NI Chamber of Commerce has created a new business led manifesto, ‘Mission: Business Growth’, in conjunction with Stratagem and developed in partnership with member businesses and trade bodies in a variety of sectors, which they believe would create real business growth in Northern Ireland.
It has created this manifesto ahead of the upcoming General Election in a bid to get their points across to Westminster on the policy levers that are required from them after the election to help support businesses in NI and grow the economy here.
A Renewed Partnership And New Fiscal Framework Needed
There are a number of priorities that they urge need to be addressed by the UK government and these include an improved and renewed partnership, a new fiscal framework, building a competitive proposition, growing beyond these shores, reducing near market red tape, and a workforce and workplace of the future.
It is a bold manifesto but NI Chamber chiefs believe it is about time that the issues facing businesses here are recognised and addressed by Westminster. In an article in the Belfast Newsletter their chief executive Suzanne Wylie is quoted as saying:
“In anticipation of a General Election, NI Chamber has been working hard for many months, to prepare businesses and political leaders both ahead of polling day and for the next government. That has led us to the publication of ‘Mission: Business Growth’ a thoughtfully and constructively curated document prepared with one mission in mind – a prosperous, productive and competitive economy which serves business, society and the next generation better.
We Need A Stable And Flourishing Economy
“The collective aspiration of business leaders across Northern Ireland is a stable and flourishing economy; one which is sustainability funded and supported by government policies which deliver clarity and certainty for investors and indigenous firms alike. Now more than ever, businesses across all sectors need help to realise their growth potential through policies which match the scale of their own ambition.”
She added: “Business wants to play a pivotal role, investing and innovating alongside a UK government which is committed to delivering in partnership. Developed in consultation with our members and partners, our recommendations are designed to incentivise innovation, improve productivity and enhance Northern Ireland’s reputation as a global leader.”
If these priorities pointed out by NI Chamber are looked at and addressed after the General Election it would be a tremendous boost for Northern Ireland but time will tell whether this is more than just a pipe-dream.
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