HC Deb 11 December 2001 vol 376 c772W
Dr. Kumar

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what structures exist to facilitate communication between his Department and small businesses. [21806]

Mr. Boateng

Treasury Ministers and officials have a wide range of contact with small businesses and the organisations that represent them. HM Customs and Excise and the Inland Revenue are also both committed to understanding and fulfilling the expectations of their customers better. Both Departments offer specific support to small businesses to help them understand and comply with their obligations.