Business support · England
Free business advice by phone, email or webchat
Businesses and people starting a business in Manchester can use the government’s free Business Support Service. Advisers answer practical questions about starting and growing a business and help identify suitable national and local support.1
- Location
- England
- Cost
- Free advice
The support on offer
Discuss starting or growing your business, employing people, skills, finance and productivity. Advisers can explain national and local support, grants and loans, answer a quick question or arrange a one-hour appointment for a more detailed discussion.
Who can apply
The service is for individuals and businesses in England, including Manchester. It covers people starting a business as well as existing businesses that want advice about running or growing it.2
Cost
Business Support Service advice is free of charge.
How to get this support
Call 0800 998 1098, email enquiries@businesssupportservice.co.uk, or use the official webchat. Advisers are available Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, except bank holidays. You can also message the service on WhatsApp at 03330 047951.3
When you contact an adviser, the service may ask for your name, business name, contact details and postcode. This helps it provide advice and referrals appropriate to your business.
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- Business Support Service: advice for businesses in England Business Support Service: adviser support; Talk to an advisor free of charge
- Business Support Service privacy notice Introduction: service coverage; What personal data we collect; purpose of processing
- GOV.UK: Get help and support for your business England: contact details and opening hours