Across our practice areas, we’ve established close relationships with businesses ranging from startups to some of those included in the Top 100 list. It was good to see that many of Gloucestershire’s home-grown businesses continue to demonstrate strong growth, despite substantial commercial challenges. I think it’s important to recognise the achievement of all businesses, regardless of their inclusion or relative position on the Top 100 list. The UK’s economic growth forecasts have improved since the beginning of 2025. We’re hoping that recent changes to interest rates signal the start of a trend towards more favourable economic conditions, that will ease some of the pressures on Gloucestershire’s businesses.