The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited - (SMMT)

A trade association and forum for the UK motor industry.

Cyber Security Advice For Self Employed & Sole Traders

NCSC offer a range of advice and aid for self-employed and sole traders on how to best approach cyber security for their business.

UK Trade Mark classes

Help and support is available regarding the classification system for UK trade marks.

DBT - Department for Business and Trade

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) brings together responsibilities for business and trade into one single department.

Trade Associations - Health, Care and Medical

Websites and contact details for trade associations for the health, care and medical sectors.

International Trade Guides

Doing Business Guides' are designed to advise and assist UK companies when looking to trade with and invest in opportunity-rich overseas markets.

Trade Export Pathway - InterTradeIreland

If you are at the early stage of developing a cross-border business plan, this programme could help you prepare to export for the first time.

Trade and Invest Wales

A team of experienced advisers providing business support, advice, networking opportunities and more.

Aromatherapy Trade Council (ATC)

Are you in the aromatherapy industry and seeking guidance with your business?

Trade Associations - Transport

Websites and contact details for trade associations for the transport industry/sector.

Barclays Green Trade Loans

Debt finance from Barclays for sustainable purposes.

Trade Associations - Construction, Engineering, Home and Property Services

Websites and contact details for trade associations for businesses in construction, engineering and home & property services.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Report a Trade Barrier

A way to report and look for resolutions to new trade barriers or an issue with an existing trade barrier.

Trade Associations - Marketing

Websites and contact details for trade associations for the marketing sector.

Applying For An Export Or Trade Licence Guidance

How to use the online export licensing system to get a licence to export controlled goods, software and technology overseas.

Trade Advisory Service - Invest NI

Providing NI companies with access to in-market consultants who undertake a range of bespoke projects to help companies investigate and develop export markets.

International Trade Support for Business – Preston

Business support funded by Preston City Council UK Strategic Prosperity Fund to help new exporters and existing exporters boost their International Trade.

Empowering SMEs in International Trade Support Programme

Are you a novice or experienced importer or exporter looking for strategic and operational support to help grow your global trade?

Department for Business and Trade - Digital Exporting Programme

Assist UK companies in reaching consumers overseas through e-marketplaces.

Trade Fair, Training or Accreditation Grant - Argyll and Bute

The aim of the grant is to support business growth, by assisting with the cost of exhibiting at a UK or international Trade Fair, undertaking training, or gaining an industry accreditation.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Ministerial Visits

A list of the countries the International Trade Secretary and Ministers will be visiting in the future, to give businesses the opportunity to have their say on ‘in market’ issues.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Preparing to Export

A range of resources for companies starting to sell overseas.

Scottish Development International - Invest and Trade Scotland

Are you looking for support to set up and grow your business in Scotland?

Trade Associations - Finance (including Accountancy and Insurance)

Websites and contact details for trade associations for the finance, accountancy and insurance sector.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Overseas Market Introduction Service (OMIS)

Find overseas customers and export opportunities.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Find a Buyer Profile

A online platform allowing you to showcase your business to international buyers.

Cornwall Trade and Investment (Cornwall Trade and Development)

Support and guidance are available for businesses looking to set up or relocate to the area.

Trade Associations - Legal

Websites and contact details for trade associations for the legal sector.

Trade Associations - Management

Websites and contact details for trade associations for individuals working in management positions.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Export Opportunities

An online portal that helps UK businesses find overseas contracts, tenders and projects.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Events Portal

Events calendar of events updated regularly with both UK and overseas events as well as overseas missions.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - International Market Guides

Guides to exporting in specific countries.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Aid Funded Business

Guidance for UK companies on winning business from international aid and development projects.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - UK Defence and Security Exports

UK Defence and Security Exports helps UK businesses in the Defence and Security sector to export their products and services internationally.

Subsidiaries, trading as business names, umbrella companies

Guidance on the sub-structure options for limited companies.

Advance Valuation Ruling

UK International Consumer Centre (UKICC)

Free advice and assistance with international disputes between consumers and traders.

The Alternative Dispute Resolution for Consumer Disputes Regulations 2015

The options for businesses, and the information requirements, for resolving disputes out of court.

Business Lincolnshire - Starting in Business Programme

A two-day workshops led by an experienced business trainer who will guide you through the nuts and bolts of starting and running a successful business.

Certificate of Free Sale - Food and drink

Certificates of Free Sale are issued by the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) to accompany certain food and drink products upon export

Warranties and Guarantees

Key information and guidance about warranties and guarantees for goods.

EIS - Enterprise Investment Scheme

The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) is designed so that your company can raise money to help grow your business.

ICO - Complaints about unsolicited sales and marketing calls

Information and guidance on how to make complaints about unsolicited sales and marketing calls.

Nottingham City Starting in Business Programme

Workshops for individuals looking to start a business in Nottingham City.

Newcastle East High Streets Grants

Grant funding for projects focussed on empty properties in the East of Newcastle City

Trading Disclosures (Trading As, Business Names, Displaying Business Information, Business Websites)

Information and legislation for the use, display and disclosure of company, business and trading names.

Guidance on what a dormant company is and what it must do.

Legal guidance on starting a business under 18 years old

Information to help people under the age of 18 with some of the important rules when starting a business at that age.

Business Start-Up Grant Scheme – Aberdeenshire Council

A fund has been made available to start up businesses in Aberdeenshire.

The Business Prosperity Grant - Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council

This funds capital projects for small businesses throughout the borough, including the urban areas of Hinckley and Burbage.

Self Assessment - More than one business

Key information on completing Self Assessment tax returns for more than one business.

Returns and refunds for goods bought online/off premises

Information and guidance on returns and refunds for online purchases, including cancellation rights.

Samuel Wilson Loan Trust

Loan finance available to people aged between 18 and 39 years old. for establishing and developing new businesses, and who are "in need by reason of ill-health, disability, financial

New business marketing grant - Invercylde Council

This discretionary fund can provide a marketing grant to businesses that are starting to trade in the area.

New business start-up grant - Inverclyde Council

This discretionary fund can provide a grant to businesses that are starting to trade in the area.

Build a business in GM Libraries

Build A Business is aimed at small businesses, entrepreneurs and anyone thinking of starting their own business.

Inverclyde Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC)

The National Federation of Roofing Contractors represents member roofing contractors throughout the UK.

Create Growth Programmes

High-growth SME businesses in creative sector industries can access between £10,000 - £30,000 for innovation projects that will lead to growth and help them reach their full potential.  

Repurposing our High Streets Grant scheme

The Repurposing our High Streets grant scheme is aimed at supporting businesses and organisations to take on empty premises in Crewe Town Centre.

Eden Tourism

Support, advice, and information for tourism businesses.

Business Marketing Grant - Inverclyde Council

This discretionary fund can provide a marketing grant to businesses that are trading in the area.

Havant Borough Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

South Kesteven District Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

Malvern Hills Town Centre Support Scheme Grant

Funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, the aim of the scheme is to support investment by independent traders within the five town centres of the Malvern Hills district.

High Peak Borough Council UKSPF Grants

Grant provided by High Peak Council to business in the area. These are funded by the Governments UK Shared Prosperity Fund,

Events and networking groups in Ribble Valley

Organisations that help businesses to find Events and Networking groups.

Cardiff Growth Fund

The (Shared Prosperity Fund) SPF Cardiff Growth Fund will support businesses to relaunch, develop and grow.

TaxAid

Are you looking for support with a personal tax issue?

Go Growth Programme

A programme of support for businesses looking to grow who are based in Kingston.

Bassetlaw Shop Front Grant - Retford and Worksop

Grant scheme that provides funding for existing and new businesses with viable business growth plans that will result in new jobs, enhance the visual appeal and boost foot traffic in town centers.

Key Fund

Key Fund is a team of like-minded individuals dedicated to supporting new enterprises, creating new jobs, and reinvigorating communities offering social investment to Yorkshire & The Midlands.

Lloyds Bank Resource Centre

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

Brighton Hove City Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

North Norfolk District Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

Digital Development Grant - Renfrewshire Council

The Digital Development Grant provides businesses located within Renfrewshire with financial support to assist them with the development and implementation of new digital systems

Highlands and Islands Enterprise

Support available for businesses, social enterprises and communities, including events.

Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group

Membership organisation offering a range of services to people starting and growing a business in Thames Valley.

Liverpool Chamber of Commerce

Liverpool Chamber of Commerce is a membership service that offers support in networking and contacts, international trade and events.

Open To Export - Export Bootcamp

Export Bootcamp to learn the essentials of international trade in bite-size webinars.