February 2026: Steve speaks on The World at One, warning that youth unemployment is rising sharply, with nearly 18% of young people effectively outside the workforce. He argues that higher employer costs, wage changes and added regulation are collectively discouraging hiring and risk entrenching long-term youth unemployment.

February 2026: Steve speaks to Radio 5 Live Wake Up to Money, arguing that greater political stability, a more pro-business approach and a serious focus on AI-driven reskilling are essential to restore confidence and protect jobs in the UK. (Listen from 32 mins)

November 2025: Steve is a guest commentator on Sky News, offering his take on the newly announced Budget, specifically the so-called U-turn on the Employment Rights Bill.

November 2025: Steve discusses the Budget, arguing that despite the scale of the tax measures announced, the Budget has helped restore a sense of confidence among businesses after weeks of uncertainty.

September 2025: Steve talks to the Today programme about the upcoming Budget, following his meeting with the Prime Minister, Chancellor and other ministers. He welcomed the Government acknowledging the crucial role of business in driving the economy and reassurances that business taxes won’t be targeted in the Budget, while warning that any new tax pressures could hinder growth.

June 2025: Steve shares his response to the UK Government’s Industrial Strategy and what it will mean for economic growth.

June 2025: Steve speaks to the Today Programme, to provide a business perspective on the UK government's Spending Review.

June 2025: Steve speaks to ITV journalists from the FBUK Annual Conference, discussing the devastating real-world impact of tax changes on family-run businesses.

May 2025: Steve responds to the newly announced UK–US trade deal, which will cut tariffs on the automotive sector, a move he has strongly advocated for. His reaction follows the publication of a detailed report he prepared for West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker, warning of the damaging consequences of US automotive tariffs on the region.

May 2025: Steve on Midlands Today calling for UK negotiations to focus on reducing US tariffs on the automotive industry. This follows a report prepared by Steve for the Mayor of the West Midlands, which outlines the potential economic impact of these tariffs on the region.

April 2025: Steve speaks with Blick Rothenberg’s CEO, Nimesh Shah, and Client Partner Malli Kini, to discuss the implications of the 2024 Autumn Budget on the business community. They explore how changes to Business Property Relief are reshaping the tax landscape, prompting family businesses to rethink succession planning and prepare for long-term impact.

April 2025: Steve joins Marc Sumner on the IT Channel’s podcast Channel Chat to discuss running a successful family business, the pivotal moments that shaped his career, the evolving world of tech, and what drives him.

April 2025: Steve speaks to Laura Kuenssberg, sharing his response to the US tariffs after meeting with other business leaders and the Prime Minister at No. 10. Steve underlines the need for a calm and considered response from both the UK and the EU.

April 2025: Following his meeting with the Prime Minister, Steve shares his insights on the impact of US tariffs for UK businesses. He highlights the need for a well-planned and robust response to safeguard businesses from the potential fallout.

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.

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.

March 2025: Steve joins host Laura Kuenssberg to discuss issues such as NHS reforms, Ukraine and the UK economy alongside Health Secretary Wes Streeting, Shadow Education Secretary Laura Trott, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, journalist Susanna Reid, and acclaimed playwright James Graham OBE.

January 2025: Steve speaks to Radio 5 Live about the role of UK airports in driving economic growth, discussing key issues surrounding airport expansion including, planning, funding, and achieving net-zero targets.

December 2024: In his role as incoming Chair of Family Business UK, Steve discusses the damaging inheritance tax change and the 31 trade associations who are calling for the government to launch a formal consultation.

November 2024: Steve discusses how the tax changes announced by in the Budget will impact businesses, arguing that the proposed measures will damage family businesses, as well as the UK economy and the Government’s growth agenda.