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Government resources
The Help to Grow: Management Course is a 12-week, government-funded programme designed for business leaders wishing to take the next step in their growth journeys. Upon completion, participants will receive access to the Alumni Network Hub, a community platform that offers continued development through content, webinars, and events.
As part of their ongoing commitment to the Alumni Network, the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has provided a list of government resources available to business leaders for free.
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Government resources
Business support helpline
Here you can access the government’s Business Support Helpline for free advice. In addition to this, there is a support tool that helps you find financial and business support anywhere in the UK.
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Export academy
The UK Export Academy is a government-funded training programme for UK businesses looking to grow their international sales.
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King’s award
The King’s Awards for Enterprise are for outstanding achievement by UK businesses in the categories of, innovation, international trade, sustainable development, and promoting opportunity through social mobility.
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Tax help
Find help here if you don’t understand something about your tax through the HMRC helpline or the government’s self assessment tool.
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Employment law ACAS
ACAS is a government-funded independent body that works with employers to facilitate healthy working relationships and maintain employment laws.
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Growth hub contacts
The network of 38 Growth Hubs are local public/private sector partnerships led by the Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs). They join up national and local business support so it is easy for businesses to find the help they need.
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Help to Grow
This is the central location for all Help to Grow initiatives. Find news, information, and advice from the government on starting or growing your business.
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