Among Boris Johnson’s numerous promises during his first speech as prime minister last month was a claim that “business will be ready” for leaving the European Union. That prompted some hollow laughs from those who know the state of preparedness among small companies. The reality, according to the Federation of Small Businesses, is that most of its members are “desperately under-prepared” for the no-deal exit that looks increasingly likely.
Among Boris Johnson’s numerous promises during his first speech as prime minister last month was a claim that “business will be ready” for leaving the European Union. That prompted some hollow laughs from those who know the state of preparedness among small companies. The reality, according to the Federation of Small Businesses, is that most of its members are “desperately under-prepared” for the no-deal exit that looks increasingly likely.
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