Small business Saturday!

This year The UK will be holding their first 'Small business Saturday', which encourages everyone in the UK to bypass large chain shops and restaurants in favour of small businesses.This brilliant idea has come over from America, where it was launched by American Express in 2010.  Small businesses have suffered in recent years due to the recession. Also the highest earning markets are the luxury and economy markets, meaning middle of the market one off/small companies will be affected. It's already a £3.4 billion phenomenon in the US and should be successful over here too. It's already been backed by high-profile figures including David Cameron and Dragons' Den star James Caan.
Small businesses are encouraged to send off for a starter pack to promote their business, to take advantage of the event and bring as much custom through their doors as possible.The hope is that it will encourage people in the UK to support small businesses, both on the day and beyond.

Small business Saturday in the UK will be held on one of the busiest shopping days in the year, the first Saturday in December, so go and support your local businesses next Saturday, December 7th!