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There are numerous organisations that offer support to employers and freelancers. Here are some of the main ones:
Trade Unions can advise on contracts, employment rights, going rates, chasing unpaid invoices, copyright. They also provide opportunities for networking.
Trade Associations provide contacts and networking opportunities and keep people informed of the latest developments in specific industry sectors.
Business link provides practical advice to businesses including information about grants for help in business development.
The Small Business Service has lots of useful information, including a start-up service with answers to all the questions you need to ask before setting up in business, along with useful links to other sites. You can also find information about Regional Development Agencies - worth contacting for possible grants and funds.
The Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform has information about services for small and new businesses, as well as useful links to government initiatives, including funding, grants and loans for a range of activities. Free advice booklets on business start-up, finance and employing staff can be ordered online.
Contact your local Chamber of Commerce for information and events, networking and advice.
HM Revenue & Customs has information about tax, National Insurance and VAT.
Companies House has a really useful site for anyone thinking of setting up a production company.
Another useful place to improve your business skills are our Face-to-face guidance sessions with a Careers Advisor where you'll get the chance to discuss your situation and career prospects, plan your next business move, improve your marketing strategy, discover training opportunities and suggest ways to maintain and develop your skills.
Some other sites providing useful business information include:
Business Bureau-uk is a small business information resource with information for new and existing businesses, including a self-employment attitude test to help you assess your chances of survival in self-employment.
Business Plans sells The Business Plan Guide, but this site also lists useful resources, hints and tips and has a number of interesting business related articles.
BBC Running a business The BBC's Running a business site is a good source of business articles and resources.
Start business has start up FAQs, information about business plans and links to other resources.
