Small Firms Consultation Database
The Small Firms Consultation Database is an opportunity for small firms to influence new and amended regulations at an early stage, by providing feedback on their potential impact. BIS's Enterprise Directorate, on policy officials' behalf, will contact owners and managers of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who have agreed to be contacted and are listed in the database.
Small firms wishing to be consulted can submit their details by downloading the attached Word document and sending it by email to regulation@bis.gsi.gov.uk.
Small firms database application form (June 2011) (DOC, 276 Kb)
This database offers an opportunity for firms to give feedback on the impact policy proposals may have on them, and is a key element of government's commitment to 'think small first' when creating and implementing new regulations that affect business. The process is part of the Impact Assessment (IA)/Small Firms Impact Test (SFIT). Officials can invite SMEs to:
- take part in informal discussions in person or over the phone attend a focus group
- respond to targeted consultations about proposed new regulations
For more information, please contact
Policy Advisor
Small Firms Consultation Database
BIS Enterprise Directorate
4th floor, 1 Victoria Street
London SW1H 0ET
Email: Regulation@bis.gsi.gov.uk
