On 29th November 2011, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, announced the Autumn Statement which provides an update on the Government's plans for the economy, based on the latest forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility.  Small businesses across the UK have seen the devastating impact that excessive red tape and lack of funding have had, however some elements in this Autumn Statement offer chinks of light amongst the Chancellor's doom and gloom.  Businesses in need of finance Guarantees - The Government is to back £20 billion of business loans under the National Loan Guarantee Scheme. The scheme will lower the [...]