Mark Stewart, CEO of Stewart Golf, resigned from his position as an export champion due to frustration over Labour's anti-business stance. He highlighted a stark contrast in business attitudes between the US and UK, feeling unsupported by the government's rhetoric. Stewart criticized Labour's proposals for stricter employment rights and punitive taxes on family business assets, citing the detrimental effects on small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). While he recognized the intention behind the export champion initiative, he found the overall policy environment burdensome and discouraging for entrepreneurs.
Mark Stewart expressed deep frustration over Labour's policies, stating he could no longer support a government that undermines small businesses and fails to encourage growth.
In contrasting attitudes to business between the US and UK, Stewart highlighted that the UK government's rhetoric negatively impacts optimism and the entrepreneurial climate.
Stewart criticized proposed stricter employment rights and taxes on family business transfers, reinforcing a sentiment among SMEs that such policies hinder growth and innovation.
Although appreciative of the government's export champion initiative, Stewart believes burdensome policies ultimately deter rather than promote international trade opportunities.
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