About Us

SME4Labour works to strengthen the relationship between the Labour Party and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). We bring together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and policymakers to ensure the voices of SMEs are heard at every level of political decision-making.

 

 

Why small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for Labour?

SMEs are the backbone of the UK economy — accounting for over 99% of all businesses, employing around 16.7 million people, and generating over half of all private sector turnover. From high streets to tech hubs, they are vital to local communities, innovation, and national prosperity.

Through fundraising events, policy discussions, and campaigns, SME4Labour champions the crucial role SMEs play in driving economic growth and social progress. Our mission is to help shape a Labour agenda that truly supports and empowers small businesses to thrive in a fairer, more dynamic economy.

Transparency and Our Registration with the Office of the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists (ORCL)

SME4Labour is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the Labour Party and Labour campaigns, while championing the voice of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK. We campaign on issues that affect SMEs and the communities they serve, but we are not a lobbying organisation for any individual company or industry.

To ensure complete transparency and in line with guidance from the Office of the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists (ORCL), SME4Labour has joined the ORCL register. We are always happy to disclose who we are working with and who is supporting our fundraising events and broader activities.

Our income is generated through:

  • Membership fees

  • Ticket and table sales at our events (including dinners and lunches)

  • Advertising in our publications

  • Event sponsorship

  • Fundraising Dinners

It is important to stress that sponsorship or any financial support does not provide any privilege, influence, or access to political figures. Our fundraising supports our mission to promote dialogue between SMEs and the Labour movement.

SME4Labour is not affiliated with the Labour Party but proudly supports its values and campaigns. We exist to give small businesses a platform to be heard and to contribute meaningfully to policy development that affects their livelihoods.

We have recently migrated our website to a new platform, and while much of the site is now updated, a few pages remain under review. These are being updated as a matter of priority.

We take our role seriously and continue to make all required declarations through the appropriate channels, including Companies House and ORCL. As a not-for-profit, every pound raised goes directly into delivering our events and advancing our work to support SMEs and the Labour movement.