Boost Business Lancashire
www.boostbusinesslancashire.co.uk
Boost Business Lancashire is the county’s Business Growth Hub, offering fully funded, impartial support to help businesses start, grow and succeed. Through its Business Support Helpdesk, Boost connects you to the most relevant advice, funding, and programmes available, helping you navigate the wide range of support on offer.
University of Lancashire – Business and Enterprise
The University of Lancashire is committed to providing support for businesses of all sizes and from all sectors, to improve performance, impact and competitiveness. Organisations can utilise the knowledge of the university’s internationally-recognised research centres, the expertise of staff, students and graduates, and the outstanding facilities the university has to offer.
Lancashire Skills & Employment Hub
The Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub brings together local partners to support businesses with skills, training, and workforce development. It helps employers access the right programmes, funding, and advice to recruit, retain, and develop their workforce.
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is a UK-wide membership organisation supporting small businesses and the self-employed. It provides practical advice, legal and HR support, financial guidance, and a range of member benefits designed to help businesses operate and grow with confidence.
FSB also acts as a strong voice for small businesses, representing their interests to government and campaigning on key issues affecting the business community.
North and Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce
The voice of business in Lancashire – the North and Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce (NWLCC) is open to any business, irrespective of size. Members can access a range of practical services, networking and event opportunities, employee development programmes and national business support initiatives.
www.thesmallbusinessacademy.co.uk
The Small Business Academy provides training, mentoring, and practical business support for start-ups and small businesses. It offers a range of courses, workshops, and programmes designed to help business owners build skills in areas such as marketing, operations, and growth.
If you’re aged 18-30, unemployed or working fewer than 16 hours a week and have a business idea to explore, then The King’s Trust can help with the rest. They can help you to transform your idea into a watertight business plan, as well as support you with a fantastic package of training and funding.
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