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Business Family News
TMBC has commissioned an independant consultant to complete a Business Opinion Survey. If you wish to followup on any points raised during the Survey please contact the Tameside Business Family on 0161 342 2058 or go to http://www.tameside.gov.uk/business/information
New Business Link Service
The Government has changed the way it provides information and advice to help people start, improve and grow their businesses. The changes include:
- The Business Link website has been updated with new features focussing on the specific needs of "My New Business" and "Growth and Improvement".
- For help in locating specific information and navigating the website the New Business Link Helpline is on 0845 600 9006
- A National Mentoring Programme may be accessed via http://www.mentorsme.co.uk//
Access to Finance
The Government's aim is for more UK entrepreneurs and businesses to be able to access the finance they need to enable greater levels of enterprise, whether expressed through start-up or growth.
They are seeking to achieve this through the following:
- Sources of Finance for Small Businesses
- Enterprise Finance Guarantee
- Enterprise Capital Funds
- Community Investment Tax Relief
- Tackling Late Payment
- SMEs access to finance - FAQs (PDF, 443 Kb)
WHERE TO GO FOR HELP?
Business can also download free cashflow management guidance produced by ICM's Credit Management in association with BIS, here.
- Use Business Link's interactive tools to assess how well your business is performing and how to improve your business cashflow
There is also good material at the StartUp Donut http://www.startupdonut.co.uk/
Do please call the business support team on 0161-342-2058
Most of the Business Start Up training is currently being organised through Tameside College and we can refer you, but also advise you regarding other support through the Job Centre and particular benefits for any ex-forces staff looking to start in business.
HMRC have recently launched a YouTube channel which includes advice of registering your business & keeping records. www.youtube.com/user/HMRCgovuk
Call me Back
Click here to request a call back from the Enterprise Team at the Tameside Business Family. Alternatively call us direct on 0161-342-2058
New Members
We would like to welcome the following businesses that have recently joined the Tameside Business Family
- smart green energy company - glossop
- i need a favour - wedding / party decorations - lancashire
- k.c.moore photography - manchester
- rourke environmental services ltd - denton
- nationwide voip - ashton under lyne
Latest News
GREEN DEAL EVENT - 29 May 2012 - 18/05/2012
By - Tameside Business family
The Green Deal will provide opportunities for companies to market, sell & install a broad range of energy efficiency measures. This GREEN DEAL event on Tues 29 May provides an opportunity to network with other local businesses & there will be some exhibition space available.
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REGIONAL GROWTH FUND - 18/05/2012
By - Tameside Business family
The Regional Growth Fund have asked businesses whom have growth plans to ensure that they submit a Grant Application to www.bis.gov.uk by 13th June 2012.
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Tameside Creative's June Event - 14/05/2012
By - Mistry Marketing & Events
June's Tameside Creative's event will be on Wednesday 6th June 2012.
http://www.tamesidecreativesnetwork...
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Pride of Tameside Awards - Ticket Availability - 09/05/2012
By - Tameside Business family
The Pride of Tameside Awards Gala evening is a very prestigious event for businesses held in Tameside.
Held at - Dukinfield Town Hall.
Date - 25th May 2012.
Time - 18:00 to 00:00.
There are a small number of tickets available to attend the evening.
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Youth Contract wage subsidy - 03/05/2012
By - Tameside Business family
From 2nd April, for a limited time only, supportive employers can take advantage of a wage incentive opportunity funded by the Department of Work and Pensions.
If you can you create a permanent opportunity for an 18-24 year old being paid national minimum wage for 16 hours or more per week You ma...
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