HC Deb 04 December 1996 vol 286 c695W
31. Mr. Bayley

To ask the President of the Board of Trade what measures his Department is taking to assist women. [5812]

Mr. Page

My Department has various measures to assist small businesses, which are open to all, irrespective of gender, race or disability. These include business counselling and planning, management best practice, exporting advice and financial help. The majority of these services are delivered through the business link network in England. Scottish business shops provide similar services in Scotland and Business Connect serves Wales.