CEPYME warns in Brussels of the loss of 23.000 micro-enterprises and urges real regulatory simplification

 

Angela de Miguel, president of CEPYME, has participated in the Board of Directors of SMEunited in Brussels to warn about the loss of 23.000 microenterprises in Spain during the last five years. De Miguel has demanded before the European body that the principle be applied. Think Small First to curb a regulatory and cost burden that it considers unbearable for the business sector.

 

The crisis of microenterprises and the regulatory framework

 

 

 

During her speech in the Belgian capital, the president of CEPYME It has focused on the difficult situation facing Spanish small and medium-sized enterprises. The analysis presented to its European counterparts reveals a significant deterioration in the national entrepreneurial base, affected by an environment that does not favor competitiveness.

 

As explained De MiguelThe evolution of the labor framework and the increase in operating costs are hindering the viability of smaller businesses. “We find ourselves in a framework that is not favorable for SMEs, especially when the regulatory environment does not take into account simplification or the reality of smaller companies.”, he stated emphatically.

 

The following are the key figures presented by the Confederation regarding the current situation of the productive sector and the regulatory impact:

 

Indicator	Key Data
Micro-enterprises lost in Spain	More than
Analysis period	Last 5 years
Size of affected companies	Less than 10 workers
Origin of national regulations	almost a 60% comes from the European framework

 

 

Effective application of 'Think Small First'

 

 

 

The business leader insisted that the solution lies in a restructuring of how laws are conceived both in Spain and in the European Union. Given that much of the national legislation stems from EU directives, CEPYME He believes it is vital that regulations be designed from the outset with SMEs in mind, and not by adapting them. a posteriori.

 

To achieve a fairer and more competitive environment, De Miguel has proposed the following lines of action:

• Actual implementation of the principle Think Small First (Think small first).
• Aggressive regulatory and administrative simplification processes.
• Establishing conditions that allow for equal competition.

 

 

Strategic alliance with SMEunited

 

 

 

The visit to Brussels has also served to strengthen institutional ties. Angela de Miguel has thanked the work of SMEunited, acknowledging the work of its outgoing president, Petri Salminen, after four years in office, and of the general secretary, Veronique Willems.

 

Looking ahead to future challenges, especially with a view to 2040, CEPYME has reaffirmed its commitment to active collaboration. “SMEs in Europe must be united, have a relevant voice, be heard and taken into account.”, concluded De Miguel, underlining the importance of maintaining a strong dialogue within community institutions.

 

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about CEPYME's intervention in Brussels

 

 

 

What alarming data has CEPYME shared about the Spanish business fabric?
The Confederation has warned that Spain has lost more than 23.000 microenterprises (of fewer than 10 workers) in the last five years due to costs and bureaucracy.

 

What is Ángela de Miguel requesting regarding European regulations?
It requires that the principle be applied Think Small FirstDesigning the regulation from the outset with SMEs in mind, given that almost 60% of the national regulations come from Europe.

 

What is the objective of the alliance with SMEunited?
The goal is for European SMEs to have a single, relevant voice before institutions to address the economic challenges leading up to 2040 and to achieve a competitive regulatory environment.