NUSRAT Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, took centre stage at a Hailsham Chamber of Commerce roundtable recently, speaking directly to local business leaders about the challenges and opportunities facing the region.
The event drew representatives from sectors ranging from social care and education to housing and interior design, sparking a lively discussion on the issues shaping trade and commerce locally, nationally, and beyond.
Nusrat addressed questions on local and national economy, job security, the ever growing welfare bill and the cost of hiring staff, education and independent schools’ tax, adult social care and Sussex Weald care homes, landlords and the housing market, powers of local authorities and the devolution proposals for Sussex, technology and science, global reach of our local businesses and the impact of tariffs, critical minerals, manufacturing, stability of markets and the threat from China and Russia.
Nusrat has been working closely with Sussex Weald’s Chambers of Commerce, including Crowborough, Hailsham, Heathfield and previously also Uckfield.
Nusrat Ghani said: “Our small businesses are the backbone of our local economy and I am always amazed by the expertise of our unique businesses in Sussex Weald and the huge variety of sectors they contribute a great deal to. Our Hailsham, Crowborough and Heathfield Chambers of Commerce are a great platform for businesses to get together, network and promote their products and services.
“I will continue supporting and championing our businesses and it was great to join just some of our local entrepreneurs for discussions about proposals and policies that impact trade in Sussex Weald.”
