Useful Links
Small Business in Medway looking for some useful links? Here are some useful sites that could help you.
Chatham Small Business Essential Links
Chatham Start Up Business?
Aimed at SMEs – the Start Up Business link has a clear and simple design and combines news with practical advice. There’s plenty of practical advice in a no-nonsense style.
Young Entrepreneur?
An independent organisation aiming to foster success in young people to start and develop their own businesses. Also hosts a national competition for start-ups to accelerate young business ideas. Free advice for 16 to 30 year olds in Rochester, Gillingham and further.
New Business in Kent?
If you are a new business setting up in Chatham, Rainham, Strood and surrounding areas this comprehensive website dedicated to new businesses.
16-30 Year Old Starting Out in Business?
This is the site for Medway’s 16-30 year olds looking to start their own business. It provides the latest information on how Shell Livewire can assist.
Business information
The Chamber of Commerce
This is the site of the British Chamber of Commerce, the national voice of local business providing a range of services including international trade, training and cost-effective commercial services.
The Federation of Small Business
The Federation of Small Business is the leading political lobby for British small business.
The Yellow Pages
Home of the online version of the Yellow Pages. Search by keywords and browse by category. A hugely impressive site with massive investment.
The Accounting Web
A website designed for the accountancy community providing accounting and taxation information.
Government
HMRC
Advice from HMRC for small businesses and those going self-employed. It’s surprisingly helpful and full of useful information.
Companies House
This provides information for limited companies, including name searches and basic company information.
BEIS
The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-business-energy-and-industrial-strategy
All Things Statistics
This is the site of the National Statistics Office. It’s updated regularly.