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If you run a business in Manchester
or if you are thinking of setting up a new business
in Manchester 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.
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 Manchester, it makes
sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer
based in Manchester who is prepared to help small
businesses or new business start ups.
Manchester Business
Advice & Support | Manchester
Accountants | Banking
& Finance |
Commercial Property | Manchester
Design | Manchester
Networking Clubs | Manchester
Printers | Sales
& Marketing | Manchester
Web Design | Website
Optimisation |
Local Directory.
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Business Information
You will find LOCAL business information
and useful contacts in these Manchester business
pages, but we have also created an extensive library
of general business information to help give your
business the best chance of success. The answers
to 100's of the most frequently asked business questions
can 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
MANCHESTER BUSINESS WEBSITES |
Activ
Manchester. The complete online guide
to Manchester with comprehensive local business
listings, community events, news, and accommodation.
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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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Federation of Small Business Manchester & North Cheshire.
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 office: PO Box 220, Wilmslow, SK9 6WX
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http://www.fsb.org.uk |
01625 583123 |
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Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce.
Greater Manchester Chamber is the largest Chamber of Commerce in the UK with over 5,000 members. We provide first-class business support to companies of all shapes and sizes through a range of sector-based membership services and networking opportunities, specifically tailored to meet the needs of your business.
pressreleases@gmchamber.co.uk |
http://www.gmchamber.co.uk |
0845 602 9469 |
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Learning and Skills Council - Greater Manchester.
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 4142 |
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Manchester Business Directory.
If you are a business based in Manchester and you can add your company details to the Manchester Directory for FREE.
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http://www.manchesterbusinessdirectory.co.uk |
See site for more details. |
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Manchester City Council.
A range of services is available from the Commercial Library to support your business. Pre-start and start-up business support; Starting and growing a business in Manchester; Locate or invest in Manchester; Business support: staff recruitment, retention and training. Ground Floor, Central Library, Manchester, M2 5PD
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http://www.manchester.gov.uk |
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Manchester Enterprise Centre.
Information Services; MBA Recruitment; Conference Facilities; Incubator.
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http://www.mbs.ac.uk |
0161 306 8484 |
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Manchester's Investment and Development Agency Service.
MIDAS, acting on behalf of the ten Local Authorities of Greater Manchester, aims to attract inward investment into the City Region by promoting Manchester as a leading European business location as well as a complementary proposition to the UK’s capital, London.
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http://www.investinmanchester.com |
0161 877 3000 |
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Marketing Manchester.
Visit Manchester is the tourist board for Greater Manchester. Our tourism challenge is to create a City that delivers a better quality of life for the three million people who live or work here. It's as simple as that. Visit Manchester is a division of Marketing Manchester, the agency charged with promoting the city on a national and international stage.
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http://www.themanchestertouristboard.com |
0161 237 1010 |
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New Economy Manchester.
Manchester's Commission for the New Economy are the lead strategic body for the Manchester City Region economy working with our partners to bring future economic prosperity to Greater Manchester. Find out more about New Economy and the work we do.
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http://neweconomymanchester.com |
0161 236 7222 |
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Salford Foundation.
Salford Foundation is affiliated to a grant-giving charity that supports children and young people seeking to pursue personal and learning development opportunities that would not normally be available to them because of family financial constraints.
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http://www.salfordfoundation.org.uk |
0161 787 8500 |
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Top Trades People.
Find local tradesmen - Save time and money by using our free service to find free quotes from local Manchester tradespeople. Post your job, get free quotes, pick the best Manchester tradesman for your work and review the job quickly and easily with Top Trades People. Plumbers, plasterers, electricians, tilers, roofers, security specialists.
info@toptradespeople.co.uk |
http://www.toptradespeople.co.uk |
0845 519 0028 |
If you offer a product or
service that can help new business start ups or
existing small businesses in Manchester, we would
love to hear from you. (Free
listing)
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