HC Deb 01 November 2001 vol 373 c775W
18. Ms Munn

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what help she makes available for a person who wishes to start a business as a sole trader. [9568]

Nigel Griffiths

This Government are committed to promoting enterprise across society by increasing the number and quality of business start-ups.

This is focused at a local level through the Small Business Service's Business Link network, which provides a comprehensive package of tailored high quality business support to meet the needs of all small businesses in their areas, including to those starting a business as a sole trader.