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Growth Hubs are local public/private sector partnerships led by the Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs). They join up national and local business support so it is easy for businesses to find the help they need.
Toolkit of resources associated with the 10 steps taken by effective local partnerships.
Small Business Minister Kevin Hollinrake urges everyone to support their local small businesses
Information and guidance on Business Improvement Districts.
How to carry out a flood risk assessment so that you can complete your planning application.
Practical ways councils can make good use of their regulatory services.
Guidance primarily aimed at local responders covering some economic issues that may arise during the Recovery Phase of an emergency in the UK.
Steps to help grow your business - finding finance, mentors, increasing sales and developing products and services
Decide which activities are business or non-business for VAT purposes if you're a local authority or other public body.
You must register with your local authority to run a food business.
This collection brings together all documents relating to Small Business Survey reports dating back to 2007 to 2008.
This guidance is intended to support billing authorities in administering the 2024/25 Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Business Rates Relief Scheme.
Use 'community shares' to support and invest in local businesses.
Centralised guidance for SMEs and departments on government’s commitment to support start-ups and small businesses via government procurement, and commit to paying them on time.
Guides councils in how to assess their housing needs.
Start a business to help people or communities - business structures including community interest companies and co-operatives
Guidance for local authorities delivering business representation and local economic planning functions previously delivered by Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs).
Guidance for UK companies on winning business from international aid and development projects.
Get business support and advice over the phone and online - setting up and running a business.
We ensure fair payment practices for Britain’s 5.7 million small businesses, and support them in resolving their payment disputes with larger businesses. SBC is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Business and Trade .
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