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New polling gives business leaders’ economic insights

The IoD’s latest quarterly economic polling gives insight into IoD members’ verdict on the Budget, the UK’s economic outlook and the business view on ring-fencing NHS and international aid spending. The Policy Voice poll of 1,135 IoD members ran from Monday 26th March until Friday 5th April 2013. Key Findings Economic Confidence Slipping Asked whether…

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IoD pays tribute to Baroness Thatcher

Commenting on the news of the death of Baroness Thatcher, Simon Walker, Director General of the Institute of Directors, said: “I was deeply saddened to hear of the death of Baroness Thatcher, and the IoD offers its condolences to her family. She was a great example of a strong leader, and broke new ground for…

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IoD welcomes April tax cuts

Commenting ahead of tax changes which come into effect on 6 April, Simon Walker, Director General of the Institute of Directors, said: “This is a good day for business and individual taxpayers. Cutting the failed 50p rate of tax is a welcome step, and will attract entrepreneurs and encourage success in British business. Raising the…

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Gas supply fault shows need for domestic production

Reacting to reports today that a fault with an import gas pipeline which connects the UK to Europe has forced up the wholesale price of gas, Corin Taylor, Senior Economic Adviser at the Institute of Directors, said: ”A reliable and affordable supply of energy gives businesses the confidence to invest and create jobs. No matter…

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