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ACCESS TO FINANCE Enterprise Credit Union  A co-operative banking system owned and run by its members.  Members (North London Business owners and their staff) can save and borrow money at competitve rates.  British Business Angels Association            The British Business Angels Association (BBAA) is the new National Trade Association for the UK’s Business Angel Networks and its Associates and Affiliates. Open4Business A free-to-use grant and funding search facility which the London Borough of Enfield has installed on its website to support businesses in Enfield. Open4Community A free-to-use grant and funding search facility which the London Borough of Enfield has installed on its website to support the charities and community groups. One London  Greater London Enterprise (GLE) is London’s economic development company, wholly owned by all 33 London boroughs. Prince's Youth Business Trust  A UK charity providing help and support to young people faced with significant challenges. PYBT offers grants and loans to start-up businesses. J4B Grants and Information  Comprehensive information on government grants for both business and voluntary groups.  Grants for Research and Development London Innovation is an initiative created and led by the LDA to promote the benefits of innovation through increased productivity and improved business practices. BUSINESS LINK Business Link  /Business Link London  Information, advice and events for people starting and growing businesses.    BUSINESS NETWORKING ORGANISATIONS North London Chamber of Commerce The NLCC is an independent Membership Organisation, run by businesses for businesses. North London Enterprise Club This club, for business entrepreneurs, holds regular networking events, newsletters and Credit Union.  COMMUNITY GROUPS Enfield Disability Action This association of disability groups provides information and advice to any person with a disability living in Enfield. DISABILITY- BUSINESS SUPPORT & USEFUL CONTACTS Directgov- Access to Work Practical support and advice for employed and self-employed people with disabilities. Directgov- Contacts for disabled people A government website outlining the help and information available to disabled people. Directgov- Permitted Work If you are receiving Incapacity benefit you may be able to do some types of work- witihin limits, called "permitted work". Leonard Cheshire - 'Ready to Start' programme An initiative aimed at encouraging and providing support for disabled people to start their own business. ENTERPRISE AGENCIES Haringey Business Development Agency             An enterprise development agency providing support to start-ups and established businesses in North London. KIS Training             An enterprise development agency providing support to start-ups and established businesses in North London. Broxbourne Enterprise Agency       An enterprise development agency (managed by Enterprise Enfield) providing support to start-ups and established businesses in the Broxbourne Area.   ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION Green Mark             An award scheme which enables business owners from any industry to demonstrate their on-going environmental improvement & commitment to customers and other stakeholders. Environment Agency Netregs Netregs provides free environmental guidance for small and medium-sized businesses throughout the UK. Envirowise           Envirowise offers UK businesses free, independent, confidential advice and support on practical ways to increase profits, minimise waste and reduce environmental impact. The Centre for Environment and Safety Management for Business (CESMB) Helps businesses and other organisations recognise how environmental management is a key factor in business competitiveness locally, nationally and internationally.  FRANCHISING Franchising in London             The UK’s number one website for free franchise information, advice and opportunities, and the only website in the UK to be affiliated to the British Franchise Association (BFA).   GOVERNMENT SITES Companies House             All limited companies in the UK are registered at Companies House, an Executive Agency of the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR). HM Revenue and Customs             HMRC is responsible for collecting the bulk of tax revenue, as well as paying Tax Credits and Child Benefits Dept for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR -formerly DTI)             BERR’s central purpose is to help ensure business success in an increasingly competitive world. It is the voice for business across Government. Better Payment Practice Group             Promotes a better payment culture within the UK and urges all firms to adopt a responsible attitude to paying on time. Learning and Skills Council The Learning and Skills Council works to improve the skills of England’s young people and adults to ensure it has a workforce of world-class standard. 0845 019 4144  INFORMATION AND ADVICE  NextStep Network Part of a Government initiative, funded by the LSC London North, to help adults over 20 who are learning or thinking about learning, wanting to change or get into work. ACAS (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service) Provides up-to-date information, independent advice, high quality training and work with employers and employees to solve problems and improve performance. www.startaneventsbusiness.co.uk Provides information on starting an events business.INTERNATIONAL TRADE UK Trade & Investment             A Government organisation that helps UK-based companies looking to grow their business internationally.  LEGAL Lawyers For Your Business A network of 1,200 solicitor firms in England and Wales offering specialist advice to small and medium-sized businesses.  LONDON BOROUGHS Barnet   Local Government Authority for the borough of Barnet. Enfield Local Government Authority for the borough of Enfield. Haringey  Local Government Authority for the borough of Haringey Waltham Forest Local Government Authority for the borough of Waltham Forest  NATIONAL FEDERATION OF ENTERPRISE AGENCIES  NFEA A network of independent, not for profit, local Enterprise Agencies and similar organisations, committed to responding to the needs of small and growing businesses. NORTH LONDON BUSINESS SUPPORTNorth London Business A not-for profit organisation which aims to improve the economic development for North London with services including business development and a commercial premises database.  ONLINE SUPPORT  UK Online for Business              PREMISESEnfield Enterprise Centre This Centre, based at 26-28 Queensway, Ponders End, Enfield houses workshops and office units which are ideal premises for small businesses The RSA Island Village            A development consisting of a mixed-use commercial centre - home to a number of thriving businesses, both start-ups and mature enterprises. North London Commercial Property Search             A database of available commercial premises; free to search and to submit properties. Tottenham Green Enterprise Centre Affordable business units in Tottenham.SHELL LIVEWIRE Shell liveWIRE  Shell LiveWIRE has over 21 years' experience encouraging young people (16- 30 year olds) to start and develop their own businesses. They also host the annual Shell Livewire Awards.  UNIVERSITIES/ COLLEGES Enfield College  Enfield College offers a varied range of courses in different subjects including arts, science, hairdressing, beauty, computing, I.T, gardening, business etc. Southgate College  Southgate College is a successful College of further education situated in Southgate, North London. University of Hertfordshire             A successful University based in Hatfield, with a student community of over 24,000.  Middlesex University             Widely regarded as an excellent international provider of higher education with an outstanding academic credential and highly employable and successful graduates. WOMEN'S BUSINESS SUPPORT Prowess           A UK-wide network that supports the growth of women's business ownership through the development of an effective women-friendly business support infrastructure and enterprise culture. MISCELLANEOUSBusiness Account Finder- British Bankers Association  This service enables any small business, club, society, or charity to gather a wealth of information from one central resource. Intellectual Property Office Find out how to protect your intellectual property (IP) - Patents, Copyright, Designs and Trademarks. Business H&S Law - Health & Safety Executive The Health and Safety Commission is responsible for health and safety regulation in Great Britain.


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