Financing Your Business

7. Where to Get Help

There is a wide range of schemes providing help and finance for start-up and small businesses. The European Union, central and local government, Business Link, Enterprise Agencies, trade organisations and charities all offer assistance.

7.1 Check what is available before you start trading, or you may no longer be eligible.

• Areas such as exporting, technology and training are specially targeted for support.
• Some regions offer financial incentives to attract start-ups to particular areas.

7.2 Visit the Business Link website or call 0845 600 9006.