Funding
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I need to undertake some capital expenditure in my business. Is any financial assistance available? |
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In certain circumstances and if jobs are to be created as a direct result of the investment, some financial assistance may be provided. Please visit the Finance section of this site for detailed information about the various schemes or telephone to speak to one of our Investment Managers. |
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Is funding available for recruitment and training? |
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A wide variety of funding is available to assist you to recruit and train your workforce. Much of this funding is linked to the status of the individuals you are recruiting. The People Pool can advise you in more detail, based on your particular needs, and maximise access to the funding available. |
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What funding is available for my business? |
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There is a variety of funding sources in additional to the conventional sources such as the banks and asset finance organisations. To look at the funding that is available click on to the Finance section of our web site and if you are not sure whether something is appropriate to your needs, call us and let us help you make the right choice. |
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General
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I am planning on starting my own business. What assistance is available to help me plan and finance |
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We at BusinessLiverpool can provide general economic data about Liverpool as a place to do business but for detailed business planning support you should contact GME in the first instance. The availability of funding for a start up business will depend on a number of factors and GME will be able to provide guidance on this. |
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I am thinking of investing in Liverpool, what support can BusinessLiverpool offer? |
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For those businesses investing in Liverpool for the first time - or for existing businesses re-investing - a dedicated Investment Manager from BusinessLiverpool will work as part of the investor's team to create a detailed business case proposal to support the decision making process. Our aim is to ensure you have the necessary information and support to ensure your business thrives through the effective provision of people, funding, business space and business services. |
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What is BusinessLiverpool? |
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BusinessLiverpool is a partnership organisation, combining the expertise of Liverpool City Council, Liverpool Chamber of Commerce and Greater Merseyside Enterprise to provide a single point of contact for Liverpool related businesses enquiries. |
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Where can I find the latest unemployment statistics for Liverpool? |
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You can contact the Business Liverpool Team on 0151 228 6677 or for prospective investors requiring more specific and detailed information please click here (please state the information you require and we will get back to you as soon as possible). |
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Why do I need BusinessLiverpool? |
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BusinessLiverpool can provide support for businesses in Liverpool (new and established) to access people, finance, and accommodation and business advice. If your requirements cannot be fulfilled online then why not either drop in to BusinessLiverpool, phone us on 0151 288 6677 or e-mail us by clicking here. |
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People
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Can BusinessLiverpool help me find suitable staff for my business? |
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Yes - The People Pool, at BusinessLiverpool, is part of the Liverpool JET Service (Jobs, Education and Training) and can help you access a large pool of local people who are seeking work. The People Pool provides a co-ordinated point of contact to the products, services and funding of other organisations too - such as Jobcentre Plus, Learning & Skills Council and local support agencies. |
www.thepeoplepool.co.uk
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Property
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I have a shop which is in need of refurbishment. Are there any grants available for this purpose? |
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Unlikely. Retail operations are generally not eligible for grant assistance under current programmes and, indeed, property refurbishment per se does not attract grant funding. |
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Where can I find information on premises in Liverpool? I need help to find suitable office space to |
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See the BusinessLiverpool website property section or contact Sarah Kelsey |
www.businessliverpool.co.uk/services/property.asp
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