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Links to Business Advice and Information on the Web |
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| Advertising | ||
| ASA | The Advertising Standards Authority is the independent, self-regulatory body for non-broadcast advertisements in the UK. | |
| Business Associations - National | ||
| British Chambers of Commerce. | The British Chambers of Commerce comprise nationally a network of quality-accredited Chambers of Commerce. | |
| Business Link | "Use this site to get straightforward information for your business needs and to access a wide network of business support organisations". | |
| The Federation of Small Businesses |
"The UKs largest small business lobby group" | |
| Ownbase | The Association for Home-based Working | |
| Business Associations - Local | ||
| Baldock BRE | A new business group that meets weekly for breakfast. | |
| Beds Chamber | An accredited Chamber of Commerce which exists to benefit business in Bedfordshire, Luton and beyond | |
| Biggleswade Chamber of Trade | Represents the interests of businesses in and around Biggleswade. | |
| Chiltern Business Club | A meeting place for the self-employed and owners of small businesses to get together in congenial surroundings. | |
| Herts Chamber | The Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce & Industry provides a wide range of business support. | |
| Business Startups | ||
| startups.co.uk | everything you need to know about starting up and running your Business | |
| Business Services | ||
| Clearly Business | A comprehensive list of business services | |
| Data Protection | ||
| Information Commissioner |
Information about registration requirements online forms | |
| BEWARE!! - There are a number of companies sending out forms which look official but are not. See www.dataprotection.gov.uk/dpars.htm for details. | ||
| Directories - National | ||
| Retail Directory | Over 5000 profiles on retailers, shopping centres, wholesalers, mail order companies, department stores and more. Free trial searches, subscription service and paper version. | |
| British Telecom | The BT site includes online directory enquiries | |
| Yell.com | Online Yellow pages | |
| Internet | ||
| Braodband | A broadband connection gives fast "always on" access to the internet. It is not easily available in all areas but you can explore our links page to check the options. | |
| Internet - Security | ||
| AVG | Anti Virus software that can be downloaded and kept up to date online. The basic package is available free of charge or a fully supported professional edition can be purchased. | |
| Zone Alarm | A personal firewall that automatically blocks known and unknown Internet threats, barricading your PC against hackers and data thieves. A free verion is available for non commercial use. | |
| Small Business Advice | ||
| smallbusinessadvice.org.uk | A free and independent source of information and advice for Entrepreneurs, Owner Managers, Self Employed. Starting or running a business with fewer than 10 staff and based in England. | |
| smallbusiness.co.uk | "This site has been set-up to provide you with a uniquely useful resource, which we hope will help propel your business to success." | |
| The Federation of Small Businesses |
"The UKs largest small business lobby group" | |
| smallbiz.uk.com | "The leading independent site for British small firms. Working in association with trustworthy organisations, we provide quick and easy access to free practical help" | |
| SBS | The Small Business Service (SBS) is an agency within the Department of Trade and Industry. | |
| Business Link | "If you run a small business in the United Kingdom or you are thinking about starting one up - then this website is for you." | |
| Projects / Networking | ||
| Inconet | "A project-matching and career development service for high quality independent consultants - and the clients who use them" | |
| Magenta Circle | "The largest network group for self employed consultants in the UK and Ireland." | |
| Taxation | ||
| Inland Revenue | News and information on tax and national insurance matters in the United Kingdom. | |
| Self Assessment | You can complete your self assessment online. | |
| HM Customs & Excise | VAT, inport / export, customs etc. | |
| Travel | ||
| streetmap | This site provides address searching and street map facilities for the UK. | |
| AA Routes and Maps | A flexible route planning service. | |
| Railtrack | Online train timetables | |
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