steve rigby

A leading voice in the world of private and family business, entrepreneurship, and taxation.

"Leadership is about bold decisions, carving new snow and setting a clear course."

Steve rigby

ENTREPRENEUR | BUSINESS LEADER | PHILANTHROPIST

Steve Rigby is Co-CEO of Rigby Group, one of the UK’s largest family businesses and in the top 500 largest family companies in the world.

A respected business leader, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Steve is a passionate advocate for the private and family businesses with a long-term vision to ensure their success.

Entrepreneur & Business Leader Steve Rigby thoughtfully engaged at his work desk

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Sky News Business Live: Steve’s reaction to the Spring Statement
Sky News Business Live: Steve’s reaction to the Spring Statement

March 2025: Steve discusses his reaction to the Spring Statement and the expected impact on UK businesses, including his concerns for small and medium-sized firms and his hopes for economic growth.

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BBC R4 Today Programme: Steve comments ahead of the UK Spring Statement
BBC R4 Today Programme: Steve comments ahead of the UK Spring Statement

March 2025: Steve discusses the hopes of UK businesses ahead of the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, examining how government policies can foster confidence and drive economic growth.

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Sunday Times: We can’t just shut up shop.’ Birmingham braces for tax D-day
Sunday Times: We can’t just shut up shop.’ Birmingham braces for tax D-day

March 2025: Steve comments in the Sunday Times, discussing the impact on Birmingham businesses and retailers of the Government’s recent tax changes, including increases to employers’ national insurance contributions (NICs).

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The Times: My leadership advice for No 10 in a world turned upside down
The Times: My leadership advice for No 10 in a world turned upside down

March 2025: Steve writes in The Times sharing his thoughts on the parallels between  political and business leadership and setting out some policies that could help deliver much needed economic growth in the UK. His proposals include reforming the triple lock, establishing realistic debt targets, and recalibrating the UK's net zero ambitions.

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COMMENT & POLICY

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PRIVATE AND FAMILY BUSINESS

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taxation for long-term growth

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Unlocking regional growth

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capital market and INVESTMENTS