Question to the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade:

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of personal care businesses on the economy; and what steps he is taking to support entrepreneurs and small businesses in this sector.

According to official figures from the ONS, the UK personal care and beauty sector contributed around £25 billion to the UK economy in 2024 and supported 592,000 jobs in 2025, including around 285,000 in services.

We are supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses in this sector through the Small Business Plan, including the Business Growth Service, which provides access to advice and support, and government-backed Start Up Loans, helping businesses access the finance they need to start and grow.