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Setting up your business

We work closely with partner organisations to support people looking to set up a new business. 

 

Below are a number of services available offering free support and guidance:

 

Elect

Would you like to improve your employability and enterprise skills by gaining a recognised qualification? Would you like to find out more about self employment or develop a business idea ?

 

Elect are offering fully funded Levels 1 and 2 Awards and NVQs for unemployed people in Enterprise Skills.

 

If you think Elect might be able to help, contact our Business Support Team.

Tel: 01695 712692

Email: info.edu@westlancs.gov.uk

Online: Business Support Enquiry Form 

            

 

Business Link North West

Business Link offers free impartial advice and practical telephone assistance to anyone who is looking to set up a business.

 

They can help with general business and market intelligence, finding a local supplier and product sourcing, how to find suitable business premises, employment law, UK and European legislation and initiatives, tax, self assessment, payroll and vat, information to help start a new business, sources of grants and loans and much more.     

Tel: 0845 0066 888

Email: info@businesslinknw.co.uk

Web: Business Link (external link)

 

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Last Updated: 12/21/2011

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