“Cyber Security – protect your business against cyber threats”
Protect your business against cyber threats
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/10-steps-to-cyber-security
Getting Finance
Apply for the Oldham Enterprise Fund here:
FUNDING – Oldham Enterprise Trust
The British Business Bank https://british-business-bank.co.uk/finance-options/
Premises
Oldham Property search – contact OMBC Investment Team – invest@oldham.gov.uk
Oldham’s Independent Quarter – Contact the town Centre Team towncentreteam@oldham.gov.uk
Am I entitled to Business Rates relief? –Business.rates@oldham.gov.uk
Planning
Who do I contact regarding a planning enquiry? Contact the Planning Administration Team planning@oldham.gov.uk
Regulation
Where can I get advice on Food Safety and Health & Safety? Contact Environmental Health, Chadderton Town Hall, environmentalhealth@oldham.gov.uk
Where can I get advice on Trading Standards – Contact tradingstandards@oldham.gov.uk
How do I apply for a food and drink/entertainment licence? Contact the Licensing Team licensing@oldham.gov.uk
Protecting your business assets
When a business is targeted by criminals, the costs involved can be huge. Valuable equipment and stock can be lost, premises may become damaged and staff morale can be impacted. And in more extreme cases, staff members can be injured. Therefore, in order to protect your business, it makes sense to put the right security measures in place. Follow this link to a comprehensive guide from RS Services to protecting your business premises, assets and staff from crime.”
Sustainability
How can I reduce my overheads by reducing waste? Contact Business Waste Management waste@oldham.gov.uk
How can I save money on energy costs? Contact Energy Efficiency Support | Business Growth Hub
Employment
Recruiting people – Contact the Get Oldham Working team
Employing people and Employment Law –
Business Tax –https://www.gov.uk/browse/business/business-tax
Expenses if you are self-employed –Expenses if you’re self-employed – GOV.UK
Workplace pensions: About workplace pensions – GOV.UK
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