Investigating the Response of SMEs to COVID-19 Disruption: Implications for the UK

This research investigates the response of small and medium-sized enterprises to the COVID-19 disruption and its implications for the United Kingdom (UK). It explores the aspects of business continuity affected by the pandemic, the controls implemented by businesses, the effectiveness of national schemes to support SMEs, and the feedback on government support. The research methodology includes a combination of qualitative and quantitative data analysis. The findings highlight the challenges faced by SMEs and provide recommendations for government support.