Setting up a CIC

Information and guidance on how to set up a Community Interest Company.

Useful contacts for overseas businesses setting up in the UK

Introductory webinar to setting up a CIC

The CIC regulator has released a webinar to support businesses looking to start up a CIC.

Setting up a UK Ltd company from overseas

Information and guidance on setting up a company in the UK from overseas.

Set up a Charity - 6 things to consider

Some initial steps when you are looking to set up a Charity.

Premises in Tunbridge Wells

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

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

Find overseas customers and export opportunities.

Rochford District Council

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

City of Cardiff Council

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

Co-operative & Community Finance

National Network of Business & IP Centres (BIPC)

A network of Business and Intellectual Property Centres around the country, for businesses to access intellectual property advice. Many also offer general business support too.

Broxbourne Borough Council

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

Open To Export - Getting Started

Information and guidance on starting to export for the first time.

Swansea City & County Council

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

Mid Sussex District Council

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

NBV Enterprise Solutions

NBV Enterprise Solutions offers start-up workshops as well as one-to-one business advice.

Start Up to Scale up

Start Up to Scale Up is a business support scheme targeted at established start ups with high growth potential

Umbrella Companies

General information about umbrella companies which act as intermediaries between a contractor and a particular organisation.

Banbridge Enterprise Centre

To support the development of business and enterprise in Banbridge District through a partnership approach between the public, private and voluntary sectors.

How to register a Charity

Information around how and what you may need to register for charitable status.

Graduate Entrepreneurs - Support Options

For graduates who are considering self-employment as a career option there are several areas of specialist support.

Scottish Development International - Invest and Trade Scotland

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

Bridgend County Borough Council

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

Law Works: Not-For-Profits-Programme

The Not-For-Profits Programme brokers legal advice to small not-for-profit organisations on a wide range of legal issues.

Cherwell District Council

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

Premises in Newcastle Under Lyme

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

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.

Co Operatives UK

Support for co‑ops to start up and thrive through access to expert advice, events and training.

Music Licences - TheMusicLicence (PRS and PPL)

Provides information to businesses looking to play music or videos.

VISAs for overseas residents looking to set-up a business in the UK

Information on VISAs for overseas residents looking to set-up a business in the UK

Useful Resources and Contacts

Community Shares Unit

Community Shares Unit provides resources and guidance via the website including a directory of businesses with Community Shares and listings for news and events.

Registering a CIC - Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to frequently asked questions providing information on registering a Community Interest Company.

Trade Associations - Finance (including Accountancy and Insurance)

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

Ards Business Hub

Whether you are thinking about starting a business, looking for premises or need a place to work for the day, Ards Business Hub is available to help.

North Lanarkshire Energy Audit Voucher

The Energy Audit Voucher (EAV) grant is for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in North Lanarkshire with fewer than 250 employees.

Business Enterprise Fund - Herefordshire

A grant for businesses in Herefordshire.

Gambling Commission

The Gambling Commission regulate commercial gambling in Great Britain.

Glasgow Science Centre

Glasgow Science Centre offers a unique event experience.

South Lanarkshire Business Growth Grant

The South Lanarkshire Business Growth Grant (SLBGG) is a discretionary grant fund targeted at assisting the growth of new and existing businesses based in South Lanarkshire. 

Toilet and Sanitary Provisions

Information and legislation for businesses regarding toilet and sanitary provisions.

HMRC - HM Revenue & Customs - E-Learning Guides

Online learning guides for certain business sectors and for those looking to start a business.

Premises in Bracknell Forest

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

Shopfront Enhancement Scheme - North East Derbyshire Council

Grant funding is available for businesses and landlords to improve their street facing commercial properties within the district of North East Derbyshire.

Crowdfunding

Crowdfunding is a method of getting finance by sourcing small amounts from a large number of people, rather than getting large amounts from one or a few.

Premises in North West Leicestershire

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

Step By Step Guides To Exporting

Step by step guides to using if you are thinking about exporting. These include Reaching customers and Pricing and getting paid.

IP Supply Chain Toolkit

Booklet to help individuals and businesses to be aware of the growing risk from counterfeit goods.

Finding a Health & Safety Consultant

Information, resources and tools to help you to manage Health and Safety for 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.

International Business Opportunities

Free service linking companies with overseas tender opportunities.

ACAS - Flexible working requests

ACAS information to support employers and employees with flexible working.

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.

Leonard Cheshire

Leonard Cheshire Disability offers support in breaking down barriers that deny disabled people their basic rights.

Go Set Up Programme

If you are thinking about starting a business in Kingston, the Go Set Up programme will help you with planning, getting set up, marketing, funding and finance.

Let’s Go Net Zero West Sussex

The Equality Act 2010

Ensure your website and its goods/services are accessible and inclusive for every user.

Ofgem advice for business

Information from Ofgem on what what your business can do if they are struggling to pay their bills or have a complaint about their energy supplier.

Braintree Young Entrepreneurs programme.

Braintree Young Entrepreneurs programme offers residents of the area that are aged 16 to 30 support and funding to kick start their new business idea. 

Tourist Accommodation Quality Grading Scheme

The TNI Quality Grading Scheme is designed to give visitors a clear idea of the standards of accommodation, service and cleanliness, which they can expect during their stay.

International Banking – Making or Receiving Payments

Advice and guidance on sending or receiving money from overseas.

How Do I Challenge My Business Rates?

Organisations who can support you with your business rates enquiries.

UK Business Climate Hub

The UK Business Climate Hub is an opportunity to join thousands of other businesses tackling climate change.

Get Ready for Business Growth

An Arts Council England funded programme designed to help creative businesses that are looking to grow.

DVLA - Driver Vehicle Licensing Agency

An overview of the information and services provide by the DVLA.

Ofgem

Ofgem is the energy regulator (Office of Gas and Electricity Markets). They are an independent authority with the role of protecting consumers.

Get Started and Grow - Staffordshire County Council

Professional help for start-up and growing businesses in Staffordshire.

The Cyber Resilience Centre for London

Are you looking for ways to protect your business from cyber-crime and fraud?