Helping our local shops and businesses

West Oxfordshire is a thriving area with many small businesses and I will word hard to ensure our thriving local economy continues to grow, providing even more good jobs for local people.

I have championed West Oxfordshire businesses since becoming your MP, meeting with over 80 local business owners both in the constituency and Parliament, have hosted events honouring our innovative local companies and become the chair of the All-Party Group for Small and Micro Businesses.

These companies are the lifeblood of our local economy, and it is essential that West Oxfordshire continues to be the hub of businesses, from table-top operations to international world-beaters.

I have been working hard on behalf of our local businesses - part of this has been revolving around the issue of business rates. I lobbied Government to ease pressures of rates rises by introducing a relief fund - I am pleased that this has been listened to and is helping many businesses across West Oxfordshire - learn more about this here.

News

Robert Champions West Oxfordshire's Businesses on Small Business Saturday

Saturday, 1 December, 2018

Robert spent this year's Small Business Saturday championing West Oxfordshire's small businesses in Burford - the “gateway to the Cotswolds” - which is frequently visited by people from all over the World.

Robert Celebrates Local Charity SpecialEffect

Friday, 30 November, 2018

Robert has visited Charlbury-based SpecialEffect to celebrate the charity's success in recent months. Robert is a strong supporter of the charity, and recently championed their work in the House of Commons.

Robert Visits Cyber-Security Company CQR

Friday, 23 November, 2018

Robert has paid a visit to local cyber-security company CQR, who operate globally from their office in Bladon. Their expert team work to ensure businesses are operating with the highest level of security, protecting them and their customers from the risks of the online landscape.

Treasury Minister Liz Truss Joins Robert on a Visit to Polar Technology

Friday, 16 November, 2018

Chief Secretary to HM Treasury, Liz Truss, has joined Robert on a visit to West Oxfordshire business Polar Technology. The pair were taken on a tour of the company’s site in Eynsham before sitting down for a meeting to discuss support for business.

Robert Visits Chadlington Brewery

Friday, 9 November, 2018

Chadlington Brewery is a local microbrewery with a dedicated team who are passionate about brewing the highest quality beer. They use only natural ingredients - including local spring water and English hops - to brew truly unique beers.

Robert Visits Local Business Neve's Bees

Friday, 19 October, 2018

Neve's Bees is a family-run business based in Eynsham which produces 100% natural beeswax beauty products. They were successful in Blenheim's recent start-up competition, meaning their products are now on sale in the Palace's shop.

Robert Supports Local Social Enterprise Yellow Submarine on Social Saturday

Saturday, 13 October, 2018

Robert said: "Social enterprises make a positive difference in communities up and down the country - and nowhere more so than West Oxfordshire. They are set up to trade for a social purpose, and use business to improve the world around them.

Robert Chairs APPG Meeting with Small Business Minister

Thursday, 11 October, 2018

In his role as Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Small and Micro Business, Robert hosted a special session of the group with Small Business Minister, Kelly Tolhurst.

Robert hosts quarterly Business Breakfast meeting to discuss community involvement

Friday, 28 September, 2018

Robert said, "Thank you to all those that attended, we have a really interesting discussion about how local businesses can get involved in the local community, alongside other local and national issues. From giving resources through sponsorship, to allowing staff time to volunteer, there are so

Robert drops in on the Wychwood Pantry

Tuesday, 25 September, 2018

Robert said, "It was a pleasure to drop in for lunch, a fantastic local business and hub of the community that I am pleased to support!"