Start a Business


Many people have an idea which they believe could be turned into a viable business but don't know where to start. How will you make sure there is a market for the services or products you want to sell? How will you work out the finance, put together a business plan or sort out the paperwork? Who can you turn to for help?

Who can help me?
Links to expert help.

Activities to get you started
Find out if starting your own business is right for you.

Business plans
A business plan is the document you create when you take an idea for a business and work through all the factors which will have an impact on the successful start-up, operation and management of the business. It's the key to getting loans, grants & equity finance.

Finding finance
Follow our links for Grants and Finding Finance

Legal basics for new businesses
Information and advice for the small business.

Working from home
Lots of ideas from these websites.