East Northamptonshire Council

Starting a business

Business people on computerBusiness Link

Business Link provides free services dedicated to helping new and established businesses to develop and grow.

With a huge network of support, knowledge and expert contacts Business Link can help you make the most of every opportunity.

Visit the Business Link website for a wealth of information and practical advice available at your fingertips.

Northamptonshire Chamber

Northamptonshire Chamber represents a diverse mix of businesses ranging from sole traders, through SMEs to large PLCs and global organisations in Northamptonshire. Established in 1916 the Chamber supports its members, politically, locally and commercially offering a wide variety of services to local businesses.  

The Prince's Trust

The Prince's Trust Enterprise Programme supports unemployed young people aged 18-30 with their business ideas and whether self-employment is right for them. Also available are lots of information and guides on starting a business.

PRIME - The Prince's Initiative for Mature Enterprise

PRIME is an organisation dedicated to helping older people start and run their own business, helping the over 50s get back into work through self-employment.

Enterprise Solutions Enterprise Solutions is an independent Social Enterprise Development Agency. Support for co-operative and social enterprises as well as voluntary and community organisations looking to increase their trading activities.

HM Revenue and Customs

Advice on self employment and starting up in business, click on Starting up in Business to access information and a guide on working for yourself.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Contact

customerservices@east-northamptonshire.gov.uk

Telephone: 01832 742000

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