Government resources and business support for SME leaders
The Help to Grow: Management Alumni Network provides access to trusted government resources, expert guidance, and practical support for SME leaders. Whether you’re looking for business advice, leadership support, employment guidance, funding opportunities, or tax information, these government-backed services can help you make informed decisions and support business growth.
Explore the resources below to find support tailored to your business needs, from leadership development and business planning to local growth support and employer guidance.
Business advice and support services
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.
Business.gov.uk
The Business.gov.uk is a government-funded resource that provides UK businesses with information, support, and services.
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.
Leadership and director guidance
Director information hub
This director information hub is a home for information and guidance to help current and future directors.
Awards and recognition programmes
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.
Tax and employment support
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.
Employment law ACAS
ACAS is a government-funded independent body that works with employers to facilitate healthy working relationships and maintain employment laws.
