The business community has welcomed new NSW Liberal leader Kellie Sloane.

As a former businesswoman, Ms Sloane’s perspective will be critical and ensuring the priorities of the 875,000+ businesses in this state are top of mind for government.

“Kellie Sloane has become opposition leader at a critical moment for the state,” Business NSW CEO Daniel Hunter said.

“Our members consistently say insurance costs, taxes and government levies and energy costs are the top three concerns for their business.

“That’s why the Coalition must take advantage of this renewed opportunity to pass workers’ compensation reforms before Christmas.

“This straightforward change will not only save businesses from going under, but will also inject much-needed confidence for the more than 320,000 businesses which pay these premiums.

“There are also significant opportunities to improve insurance costs by abolishing the emergency services levy, reinstating Business Connect, and continually driving down the cost of energy.

“Making these changes would ensure businesses can thrive in a very competitive national and international environment.

“I want to thank former leader Mark Speakman for his service to the people of NSW.

“Public service requires significant sacrifices and he held the role with integrity and purpose.”

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Formerly the NSW Business Chamber, Business NSW is the peak policy and advocacy body which has been representing businesses in NSW since 1826. We represent almost 50,000 businesses.

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