Budget measures affect small businesses in Bilston
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New budget measures announced in October 2026 have drawn criticism from small business owners in Bilston, who argue the changes provide insufficient relief amid rising costs. Kevin Evans, a street vendor in Chester, stated the budget falls short of helping businesses, noting the price of a six-inch sausage increased from 1.5 to 2.5 pounds. Craftsman Glenn Gandy fears the minimum wage hike will force workers out of jobs, while Luton IV faces electricity bills jumping from 300 to 800 pounds, threatening business closure. These accounts illustrate the immediate financial strain reported by local business owners under the new fiscal policy.
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Budget measures affect small businesses in Bilston
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- Kevin Evans
- Action：
- commented on new budget measures
- Object：
- government's new tax and spending plans
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- Oct 29, 14:27
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- Oct 29, 14:38
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- BBC BusinessRelated fact: single sourceFact occurrence time unverifiedSource report revisedSmall business owners criticize UK budget for lacking support amid rising costs
Report first recorded Oct 29, 14:38
Small business owners in the West Midlands criticized the UK budget for failing to address soaring operational costs. Butcher Kevin Evans and chip shop owner Lutfu Efe said the new measures, including a 3.9% minimum wage increase and a £100 council tax payment, would not help their businesses. Plasterer Glen Gandy highlighted fuel costs of £350 a week, while Efe reported electricity bills nearly doubling from around £300 to £800 a month. Gwyneth Totney welcomed the £100 payment for households.
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