Business development

Companies invest less than before the policy’s introduction.

Applicants can claim up to £200,000 per project.

Buyers will just need a 5% deposit on houses up to £600,000.

95% pleased with bringing in the professionals.

95% businesses expect demand for digital roles to grow.

Almost 1 in 10 SMEs export goods abroad.

Spending on innovation at highest point on record.

Higher allowance could create complexity for 97% businesses.

CBI says further apprenticeship levy reform is needed.

Allowance proposed to incentivise investment in technology.