GOV.UK
Thousands of expert professional and business services advisers have signed up to offer free online advice to help small businesses bounce back from coronavirus (COVID-19).
The business section on GOV.UK provides businesses with the information and guidance they need to start, manage and improve their businesses. Includes information on setting up a business and self employment.
The Government's Business Support Helpline offers advice and financial help from government-backed schemes.
HM Revenue and Customs advice for employers.
Jobcentre Plus advice for recruiters.
ACAS - The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service. Free, impartial advice for employees and employers on workplace rights, rules and best practice.
Surrey Chambers of Commerce
Surrey Chambers of Commerce "is the county's largest independent not-for-profit business support and networking organisation".
"We help you to grow and develop by promoting you, keeping you informed and representing you locally, regionally and nationally".
Guildford Borough Council
Guildford Borough Council provides support, advice, access to grants, signposting to opportunities, and engagement with the University of Surrey.
Guildford Borough Council own a number of industrial, office and storage units which are let out to businesses.
Invest in Surrey
Invest in Surrey can offer you tailored advice and support to assist you with identifying the best location for your business.
Association of British Insurers
The Association of British Insurers represents the British Insurance sector.
Business South
Business South is an independent representative of businesses in Central Southern England.
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. The professional association for human resource management professionals.
Confederation of British Industry
The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) represents Britain's larger businesses.
Enterprise Nation
Enterprise Nation is an organisation supporting micro and small businesses
Federation of Small Businesses
The Federation of Small Businesses represents British micro and small businesses
Institute of Directors
Institute of Directors is a Membership Organisation for Company Directors
Surrey Hills Enterprises
Surrey Hills Enterprises is a Membership Organisation for local businesses
Digital Boost
Digital Boost offer free digital advice for small businesses and charities impacted by coronavirus, provided by expert volunteers.
Enterprise First
Enterprise First can help with writing a business plan, securing funding, scaling up or just want a bit of advice?
Enterprise M3
The Enterprise M3 Growth Hub has been developed by business for business. It is an expert advice and resource network which helps businesses achieve results quickly through a free personal, tailored service focused on Growth.
The Enterprise M3 Funding Escalator
If you are an ambitious SME based within the Enterprise M3 geographic area with the potential to deliver high growth and employment opportunities, you may be eligible to apply for your share of £10m.
Rocketdesk
Rocketdesk is a home for start-up, indie and freelance creative technology professionals in the Guildford area.
"Rocketdesk was created to help foster and grow the creative tech community and development communities in Guildford. Surround yourself with passionate and experienced independent professionals and push your knowledge to the next level!"
Samuel Wilson's Loan Trust
The Samuel Wilson's Loan Trust is a charitable organisation which grants business loans to younger people for establishing and developing start up businesses. The trust grants loans to people, partnerships or limited companies, recently set up, under 40 years old, and suffering financial hardship or other disadvantage.
SETsquared Surrey
SETsquared Surrey is a partnership of five universities which specialises in growing tech start-ups through its incubation programme and other business acceleration centres.
Voluntary Action South West Surrey
Provides a comprehensive service to support Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations, including charities and social enterprises, with their development.
Voluntary Action South West Surrey website
Thebestof
Thebestof is an online directory of firms and services in Guildford.
