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If you run a small business
in Bedfordshire or if you are thinking of starting
up a new business in Bedfordshire we hope that you
will find this site both interesting and useful.
It has been designed to help you find
local firms and business support organisations who
will be happy to give you friendly advice as well
as provide the services that you may need.
You can search countywide in this
section or select your local area...
Bedford
| Biggleswade
| Leighton
Buzzard | Luton
| Sandy
Local
Firms
Although
there are plenty of online business directories,
it can sometimes be quite difficult to find LOCAL
companies who are genuinely keen to support you.
For example if you are based in Bedfordshire, it makes
sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer
based in Bedfordshire who is prepared to help small
businesses or new business start ups.
Bedfordshire Business
Advice & Support | Bedfordshire
Accountants | Banking
& Finance |
Commercial Property | Bedfordshire
Design | Bedfordshire
Networking Clubs | Bedfordshire
Printers | Sales
& Marketing | Bedfordshire
Web Design | Website
Optimisation |
Local Directory.
Small Business Information
You will find LOCAL information and
useful contacts in these Bedfordshire pages, but
we have also created an extensive library of small
business information to help give you the best chance
of success. The answers to 100's of the most frequently
asked start up questions can also be found, including..
Q. Starting A New Business - What
are the key considerations before I start?
Q. Starting A New Business - Should
I buy an existing business?
Q. Running A Small Business - Why
is it important to have a business plan?
Q. Running A Small Business - What
is marketing?
Q. Small Business Funding - How
can I raise start up capital?
See the Start
Your Own Business home page for a full list
of subjects covered.
USEFUL
BEDFORDSHIRE BUSINESS WEBSITES |
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Bedfordshire & Luton Education Business Partnership.
Education Business Partnership (EBP) provides a quality innovation and brokerage service to employers, schools, colleges, communities and volunteers who need help, support, advice and guidance.
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http://www.blebp.co.uk |
01525 408 080 |
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Bedfordshire Green Business Network.
The GBN membership represents business, industrial and commercial organisations of all types and sizes in Bedfordshire and surrounding counties. Works with its members to improve their business and environmental performance by adopting best practice.
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http://www.gbn-bedfordshire.org.uk |
01234 241411 |
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Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity
Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity (BRCC) is the leading community development agency working across Bedfordshire, with a proven track record over more than 50 years.
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http://www.bedsrcc.org.uk |
01234 838 771 |
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Bedfordshire Trading Standards Service.
Trading Standards & Registration Services, Central Bedfordshire Council, Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Sherfford, Beds SG17 5TQ
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http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk |
0300 300 8064 |
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Business Link
Business Link is a free business advice and support service, available online and through local advisers. Businesslink.gov.uk helps your business save time and money by giving you instant access to clear, simple, and trustworthy information. It is developed in partnership with subject experts within government and relevant business-support organisations to help you comply with regulations and improve your performance. Whether you're starting up, already running a business, or looking to grow and develop, Business Link can help you.
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http://www.businesslink.gov.uk |
0845 600 9 006 |
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Business Link East.
Last year over 108,000 businesses used Business Link’s expert services. Many said that the free, independent and impartial help they received had a significant and positive impact on their business. From free one-to-one business advice, free skills workshops, start-up support and in-depth business reviews, the people at Business Link can help prepare you and your business for future growth.
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http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/east |
08457 17 16 15 |
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Chamber of Commerce for Bedfordshire and Luton.
The Chamber is the accredited Chamber of Commerce for Bedfordshire and Luton providing support and opportunities to the business community. We represent the interests and promote the competitiveness and growth of businesses by offering a range of services and benefits to our members. Membership to the Chamber opens up a wealth of free essential business information, advice and support.
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http://www.chamber-business.com |
01582 522 448 |
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East of England Development Agency .
EEDA supports over 100,000 businesses each year by providing high-quality support, information, advice and funding.
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http://www.eeda.org.uk |
01223 713900 |
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Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) - Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire.
The Federation of Small Businesses is the UK's largest campaigning pressure group promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms. Formed in 1974, it now has over 200,000 members across 33 regions. In addition, Member Services is committed to delivering a wide range of high quality, good value business services to members of the FSB. Regional organiser: PO Box 7426, Milton Keynes, MK19 6WN
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http://www.fsb.org.uk |
01908 560 376 |
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Learning and Skills Council - Bedfordshire and Luton.
The Learning and Skills Council exists to make England better skilled and more competitive. We have a single goal: to improve the skills of England’s young people and adults to ensure we have a workforce of world-class standard.
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http://www.lsc.gov.uk |
0845 019 4160 |
If you offer a product or
service that can help new business start ups or
existing small businesses in Bedfordshire, we would
love to hear from you. (Free
listing)
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