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A brush with the laws

Posted by Ross Smith on May 28, 2008 12:12 PM | 

I've just got back from a meeting with the Regional Minister Nick Brown, who was discussing the Government's Draft Legislative Programme with representatives of business in the North East.

Some crucial decisions affecting the regional economy will be made in the next Parliamentary year, including reform of skills policy and new regional economic development structures.

Meanwhile, proposed laws on flexible working and the option for business rate supplements will also be of great concern to many employers.

At a time when Gordon Brown seems to be taking a battering from all angles, it's fair to say this round of consultations on planned legislation is an example of a very positive change that he's made as PM. His namesake Nick has shown he is very willing to listen to the concerns of businesses and is determined to keep abreast of the North East's economic needs and aspirations.

Hopefully we will see the fruit of these discussions as this legislation comes forward, with the appropriate tweaks made to ensure the net effect is better conditions for growth in this region.

NECC will certainly be watching developments closely and continuing to make sure our members' voices are heard.

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