Support and advice for businesses
Useful business support links
You can find more support for businesses online on the links below:
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BIG South London: Combined expertise for 5 South London Boroughs offering a range of free support programmes and industry networks as well as funding opportunities and flexible co-working spaces.
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Small Business Commissioner (SBC): an independent public body set up by Government under the Enterprise Act 2016 to support small businesses and tackle late payment and unfavourable payment practices in the private sector.
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GOV.uk: Tools and guidance for businesses and self employed
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Start Up Loans: A government-backed personal loan available to individuals looking to start or grow a business in the UK.
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Federation of Small Businesses (FSB): a member organisation focussed on helping smaller businesses achieve their ambitions, providing advice, support and representation.
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London Business Hub: Offering a range of support schemes and practical resources to help you start, sustain and grow your business.
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The British Library Business & IP Centre: Access the library’s databases, get online one-to-ones on intellectual property and business information, attend a wide range of webinars or join the Get Ready for Business Growth programme.
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Enterprise Nation: Entrepreneurs and small businesses can access resources, expertise, events and join their online community.
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Enterprise Nation The Next Generation hub: Designed to help young people start or grow a business. Sign up today for free e-learning videos, events, inspiring blogs, and support from peers and business experts.
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Take Five Anti-Fraud Campaign is a national campaign offering advice to help prevent email, phone-based and online fraud.
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The Good Business Charter is an accreditation scheme, which organisations in the UK can sign up to in recognition of responsible business behaviour.
Local Business Support and Representative Organisations
Free online employability skills and career advice
- Skills Toolkit
- Open Learn
- Future Learn
- Google Digital Garage
- Prince’s Trust (for young people 11-30 year olds)