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<p>We have been clear that leaving the EU with a deal remains the Government’s top
priority. The paper ‘Implications for Business and Trade of a No Deal Exit on 29 March
2019’ explains that leaving the European Union without a deal on 29 March 2019 would
have a variety of effects on business, trade and the economy, and despite government
mitigation, the impact of a 'no deal' scenario is expected to be significant in a
number of areas. As a Government, we do not want ‘no deal’, however it is only prudent
that we ensure businesses are as prepared as possible for every outcome.</p><p>The
priorities and concerns of SMEs are taken seriously by Government. DExEU Ministers
have attended the SME Advisory Board, chaired by BEIS. We are providing guidance to
business to assist with their preparations, through a public information campaign
on the radio, via social media, in print, with out-of-home advertising such as billboards,
and we are developing TV advertisements, to ensure that all are aware of our preparations
guidance on GOV.UK.</p><p> </p>
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