More Increased In Red Tape

According to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), new regulations introduced in April will add over £700 million to the cost of doing business in Britain. The regulations responsible include amendments to the national minimum wage regulations and provisions in the Employment Relations Act 2004.

The BCC report flies in the face of government claims to have reduced the burden of red tape for business.

The BCC has helped to produce a guide (in conjunction with Microsoft) on reducing compliance costs.