Have your say! Businesses in the Borough asked for their views

Businesses in the Borough are being encouraged to give their views to help shape future support available.

The survey has been launched by the Stockton-on-Tees Business Ambassadors Group, which brings together business leaders from across the area to support the Borough's economic future.

Working with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, the group's aims include championing Stockton-on-Tees as a destination for investment, promoting business growth, supporting employment and skills initiatives.

It also plays a key role in understanding the impact of economic programmes and sharing success stories that highlight the Borough's potential.

The Chair of the Business Ambassadors Group is Jessica Williams, who owns the sales and marketing agency, Just Williams.

She said: "I am delighted to have taken up the position as Chair as I have worked in the Borough for 10 years and I am an avid supporter of the business community.

"I understand and appreciate the challenges we as business owners face, but we want to hear first-hand from our local business community to find out what's important to you. This will then play a key role in helping shape policy and the future support available.

"So if you can, please do have your say and fill out the survey. It's really appreciated."

The Council's Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing, Councillor Richard Eglington, said: "We're delighted to have helped set up the Business Ambassadors Group, but now the group needs your help too. 

"The survey only takes a few minutes to fill out and is going to be a crucial tool to help determine how the group can drive change and improve the local economy. So, if you are able to I would really encourage you to fill out the survey and share your views, as it will really help understand the priorities our businesses have and the challenges they face.

"If you would like to find out more about the Business Ambassadors Group, you can visit the Business Ambassadors webpage."

To fill out the survey, visit the dedicated webpage.

The survey closes on Friday, December 12.