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Is your business plan a winner?
People with business ideas involving technology or design have the chance to win £10,000 by entering a competition launched by Oxford University.
Gordon Ramsay joins search for top entrepreneurs
Top chef and successful businessman Gordon Ramsay is searching for the UK’s most inspirational entrepreneurs.
Start-ups wanted for ITV show
ITV is looking for people who have either recently set up or are in the process of starting up their own business with a partner, family member or friend to take part in a 20-part series to be broadcast in May.
Capital advice for small businesses
Two of London’s business advisory groups, the London Development Agency (LDA) and Business Link for London, have launched a business initiative to improve services to the capital’s 330,000 small businesses.
What makes a good leader?
The ability to articulate a vision is the most important quality in a leader, above honesty and decision-making, according to research conducted by business adviser Grant Thornton.
A better way of doing business
Small firms that integrate responsible business practices into their operations have the opportunity to enter the Business in the Community Awards.
More encouragement for women to run a business
Over 1,000 women living in disadvantaged areas of England are to be given help in starting and running their own business by The Prince's Trust.
Free mentoring scheme for young entrepreneurs
An online mentoring scheme to help and encourage young entrepreneurs has been launched by the Small Business Minister Nigel Griffiths.
Could you be an award winner?
Small businesses have the opportunity to win £105,000 as Parcelforce launches its 11th annual Small Business Awards on 3 March.
Top tips to grow your business
Small businesses can now take advantage of a service aimed at helping them achieve and improve levels of profitable growth.
Are you a risk-taker?
Owner-managers of fast-growing companies have a healthy appetite for taking risks, according to a survey from business adviser PKF.
£30,000 worth of prizes up for grabs
Start-up companies with imaginative ideas for a technology business have the chance to win over £30,000 worth of prizes in the Start-Up Challenge.
Free advice for family-run firms
An online resource offering free advice and information specifically for family-run businesses has been launched by business adviser Grant Thornton.
Develop your management skills
Small businesses in the eastern region could benefit from free management education courses, developed by the European Social Fund.