We're trying not to be a political organisation, says ICAS vice president Alan Thomson, but politicians at both Holyrood and Westminster need to become better informed about industry, and the Institute is doing what it can to help
NEIL PRICE
Wednesday January 27, 2010, 09:26
Alan - I completely concur with what you are saying and would be delighted to help if needed. For example, I often get the impression that politicians think all businesses pay corporation tax without realising there are unincorporated small businesses paying income tax! But I hope I'm wrong! NEIL
John Mason MP
Wednesday January 27, 2010, 10:30
I'm happy to accept that politicians need help from ICAS!
Public sector needs to avoid knee-jerk reaction
Politicians need our help
Apprenticeships are still key to future for many companies
This is a time for honest conversations