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Real Help for Business ...in Oxfordshire STOP PRESS!
The Oxfordshire Town Chambers Network is working with the local Business Link to raise awareness of the help and support measures available to business in these challenging economic times. These include:
How to run an effective business from home
Select here to download your full copy of the guide in PDF format. A free Health Check for your business Get a free review of your business with a professional business adviser who can provide hands-on advice and help you to access other Government support, including all the schemes mentioned here. Call the Business Link helpline on 0845 600 9 006 or visit www.businesslink.gov.uk/healthcheck Extra time to pay your tax, national insurance or VAT bills Worried about paying your tax, National Insurance, VAT or other payments owed or due to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)? Then contact the Business Payment Support Service. HMRC staff will review temporary options tailored to your business needs, for example arranging for payments to be made over a longer period. You won't be charged additional late payment surcharges or penalties on payments included in the arrangement. But interest will still be payable on those taxes where it applies. Call the Business Payment Support Service on 0845 302 1435 or visit www.businesslink.gov.uk/realhelp Real help with finance Visit www.businesslink.gov.uk/realhelp/finance or call your local Business Link Helpline on 0845 600 9 006 for details of the schemes available including the 'Enterprise Finance Guarantee Scheme', 'Regional Loans', and the £3m 'Bridging Mezzanine Debt Fund'. For information about the 'Capital for Enterprise Scheme' call 0845 459 9780. We are delighted to report that Business Link has appointed Karl Bushell as their Finance Specialist. Karl's main role is to support local businesses on a wide range of banking and financial matters that include: a) Securing finance from your bank. b) Providing guidance on the range of government support facilities including the Enterprise Finance Guarantee scheme. c) Discussing a new business venture. d) Discussing your business performance and providing direction. e) Acting as a sounding board. f) Providing a reality check. g) Directing you to other individuals that can help. Karl spent thirty years in the banking sector with his last role being Head of Business for Barclays Bank in Oxfordshire. In the last four years Karl has been running his own business, providing hands-on business consultancy and has developed a good understanding of many industry sectors. Karl has also very good links with local banks and accountants. If you need free and impartial advice or general support, then contact Business Link on 01844 210430 and ask for Karl. Credit and Cash Flow - Research Results According to a new study:
Practical ways to get paid on time Have you ever had trouble collecting payment from a customer? If so, then you are not alone. Around 40% of small and medium sized South East enterprises have had more customers paying late in the past 6 months, and two of the most common causes of business failure are late payment and bad debt. Guide to getting paid on time To help you avoid payment problems, Business Link have created a free practical guide to getting paid on time. Download it now. This guide covers the following and more:
Download it now! Select here to download a full version of the guide in PDF format. Real help with training Free training is available for small businesses through the 'Train to Gain Scheme' and 'Leadership Funding'. For more information visit www.businesslink.gov.uk/realhelp Guides on ...
Support for Exporters Exporting to new markets can be a way to utilise capacity, extend the lifespan of products or services, and maintain or increase growth. Each year, UKTI helps around 20,000 UK businesses of all sizes and experience to identify specific business opportunities, and to find their way quickly in overseas markets. They can help you access the right contacts and raise your company's profile, and they can assist with navigating the local business culture, regulation and logistics. Call UKTI on 0207 215 8000 or visit www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk Advice on reducing waste and saving energy For more on how your business can save money at the same time as protecting the environment visit www.businesslink.gov.uk/realhelp Workshops and events to focus on key business issues For more information check http://microsite.businesslinksolutions.co.uk/events Please note: the measures listed on this page may be subject to change and others may be added to the package. For the latest details see www.businesslink.gov.uk/realhelp |
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| Links: For more information visit www.businesslink.gov.uk/realhelp or call 0845 600 9006. For the latest Business Link events visit http://microsite.businesslinksolutions.co.uk/events |
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