Gemma Gathercole
Gemma Gathercole
Gemma Gathercole is the Strategic Engagement Lead at the ACCA. Responsible for strategic engagement in England, strengthening and shaping relationships with Governments, devolved administrations, key stakeholders and partners to enhance influence, reputation and profile of ACCA. Engagement is focused on bringing expertise to national challenges to assist in developing policies that build a strong global accounting profession and strong thriving societies.
Confidence among UK SMEs has seen a small uptick in Q1 2025. Following the impact of the Spring Statement and ongoing tariff uncertainty, Gemma Gathercole, Strategic Engagement Lead for England, ACCA UK, shares her thoughts on what the future could look like.

Confidence among UK businesses rises despite tough trading conditions, but even with uncertainty looming, businesses can begin to navigate the road ahead

Gemma Gathercole
May 8 '25
Confidence among UK SMEs has seen a small uptick in Q1 2025. Following the impact of the Spring Statement and ongoing tariff uncertainty, Gemma Gathercole, Strategic Engagement Lead for England, ACCA UK, shares her thoughts on what the future could look like
UK SME confidence falls to lowest ever recorded

UK SME confidence falls to lowest ever recorded: What does this mean for businesses in 2025?

Gemma Gathercole
Feb 14 '25
Confidence among UK SMEs fell sharply in Q4 2024 following the impact of the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget. Gemma Gathercole, Strategic Engagement Lead for England, ACCA UK, shares her thoughts