Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP)

Grant funding and support available to work in partnership with a research organisation and newly-qualified graduate.

Business Guardian Angel (AXA)

A free resource created by AXA Business Insurance to provide news and advice to support small businesses.

Hertfordshire Growth Hub

Information on the local Growth Hub service covering Hertfordshire.

Skills Bank

Support and funding towards employee training costs for growing businesses.

Innovate UK Business Connect (previously Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN)

Innovate UK Business Connect is the UK’s innovation network and is an online platform to connect businesses/individuals to help businesses innovate and grow.

Bank Loan Appeals

Information on how to appeal a business bank loan decision.

British Business Bank

The British Business Bank is a government-owned business development bank, dedicated to making finance markets work better for smaller businesses.

Lloyds Bank Resource Centre

Practical guidance and resources for businesses through guides, case studies, articles and videos.

What will the bank ask for when opening an account?

Requirements for opening a business bank account in the UK.

British Business Bank - Programmes for Start-up

The British Business Bank via its partner the Start Up Loans Company, provides loans, mentoring and advice to make sure young businesses get the best start in life.

British Business Bank - Programmes for Scale-up

British Business Bank can point businesses in the right direction when it comes to rapid scale-up plans.

Strike-off Objection FAQ

Development Bank of Wales (Banc)

Banc assists businesses in Wales to access various types of finance to help them start and grow.

Deutsche Bank – Made For Good​

The Deutsche Bank enterprise programme for social good,

Royal Bank of Scotland - Business Builder

Digital tool designed to give you the right support for you and your business

British Business Bank - Programmes for Staying Ahead

Established businesses looking to achieve particularly rapid growth, might wish to consider some of British Business Banks scale-up partners through their Staying Ahead initiative.

Premises in Rochford

Organisations that provide support and guidance to businesses who are looking for premises.

Premises in Uttlesford

Organisations that provide support and guidance to businesses who are looking for premises.

Premises in Southend On Sea

Organisations that provide support and guidance to businesses who are looking for premises.

Premises in Tendring

Organisations that provide support and guidance to businesses who are looking for premises.

South West Net Zero Hub

Works with organisations and communities across the South West to identify, develop and implement low carbon energy projects.

Connected Northern Ireland

The knowledge connection for businesses in Northern Ireland.

Premises in Basildon

Organisations that provide support and guidance to businesses who are looking for premises.

Premises in Braintree

Organisations that provide support and guidance to businesses who are looking for premises.