New charter locks in support for local businesses

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Douglas Shire Council is set to formalise a commitment to the region’s 1377 locally owned businesses by signing the Small Business Friendly Charter.

At an Ordinary Council Meeting earlier this week, Councillors agreed to join the Queensland Government’s Small Business Friendly Councils initiative, recognising local small businesses role in creating attractive, liveable communities.

In a statement Council said, “The SBFC initiative recognises local Councils that are actively supporting small businesses in their region and helping small businesses recover and build resilience following disasters and economic challenges.

“The Charter is a non-legally binding set of commitments which councils can agree to in support of a prosperous small business sector within their community.”

Some commitments include reducing red tape, raising the profile of the sector and increasing engagement with small business owners, to name a few.

“Council believes small businesses are at the heart of the Douglas economy and support for the sector is recognised in Douglas Shire Council’s Economic Development Strategy 2021-2024.”

During the Ordinary Council Meeting, Councillor Lisa Scomazzon said, “I think this is a great idea for the council to be involved in.

“The council does a lot for small businesses in the Shire but I think this is even better to recognise the small businesses and to be part of this Charter.”

A ceremonial signing event involving the Commissioner, Maree Adshead, will be arranged to launch the initiative later this year.

You can read more about the Small Business Friendly Charter Here.

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