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Developing your business

We work closely with partner organisations to support local businesses looking to develop and grow. Business Link North West offers information and advice along with practical support.

 

To find out more about the full range of services visit Business link (external link).

Tel: 0845 0066 888

Email: info@businesslinknw.co.uk

 

 

 

The North West Fund (external link) provides debt and equity finance from £50,000 to £2 million to small and medium sized businesses based in, or relocating to, the North West of England to start, develop and grow. There are six individual funds designed to provide comprehensive and tailored financial support. 

 

For further information about the fund, click on the above link or call 0845 078 1136.

 

 

Northwest Regional Development Agency 

Committed to supporting the region’s businesses in the current economic climate, they are increasing support for businesses. Find out more by downloading a copy of the Northwest Regional Development Agency's Business support document (Adobe PDF format, 664kb).

 

The Government has also launched a package to help businesses through the current economic downturn under the "Real Help for Business" (Adobe PDF format, 260kb) campaign banner. 

 

The Support North West (external link) website is brought to you by the Joint Economic Commission, offering support to both businesses and individuals during the current economic climate.

 

Local people

The Directgov (external link) website has lots of useful information to help you through the credit crunch. You'll find support if you’re losing your job or you’re finding it difficult to pay the bills, along with advice on how to make the most of your money.

 

 

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Last Updated: 2/1/2012

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