Michaelia Cash (WA, Liberal Party, Minister for Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business) Share this | Hansard source

On the government side—the coalition side—of the chamber, we understand that putting in place policies that will support small and family businesses to prosper, grow and create more jobs for Australians is essential for a strong economy. We've had a record of doing that since we were elected to government. In particular, though, we are fast-tracking tax relief for small and family businesses around Australia because we know that it's their money. The more we can give back to them, the more they can invest back into their businesses and create more jobs for Australians. We are, of course, ensuring that small businesses are paid on time through a range of initiatives but, in particular, through the government's own payment policies. We are cutting red tape for small business. Red tape is a blocker in terms of job creation, and we are absolutely committed to cutting red tape where we can. Investing in mental health resources for small businesses is so important, given the devastating impact of COVID-19 on the economy—