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The MP notes concerns about small business administrative burdens, citing research that suggests an average start time of 2:36 PM on Wednesdays due to bureaucratic tasks. The questioner emphasizes the need for a streamlined process and digital identity solution.
What assessment has he made of the potential merits of introducing digital ID for businesses? Small businesses are crucial but face significant administrative burdens, with an average start time of 2:36 PM on Wednesdays due to bureaucratic tasks. A unique business passport or digital ID could reduce these burdens and free up small businesses.
We are improving how businesses find, log into, and use digital Government services to reduce administrative burdens and save time and money. A programme of work is ongoing with my Department to transform the relationship between Government and businesses.
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Did not address introducing a unique business passport or specific digital ID for businesses
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The MP notes concerns about small business administrative burdens, citing research that suggests an average start time of 2:36 PM on Wednesdays due to bureaucratic tasks. The questioner emphasizes the need for a streamlined process and digital identity solution.
Small businesses are crucial but face significant administrative burdens, with an average start time of 2:36 PM on Wednesdays due to bureaucratic tasks. A unique business passport or digital ID could reduce these burdens and free up small businesses to deliver growth.
We need to have the same zeal for transforming how businesses interact with Government. A programme of work is ongoing with my Department to make sure that this transformation happens.
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Did not address introducing a unique business passport or specific digital ID for businesses
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