Devonport Business Support Service

The Devonport Business Support which is funded by DRC Partnership Service provides independent advice and support to both established businesses in the New Deal for Communities area and residents wanting to start their own business.

Services Provided

Business Planning

Business advice from experienced Business Advisors
On-going support for trading businesses
Support in writing business plans
IT support with cash flow scenarios
Signposting to relevant business support organisations
Access to one hour free advice session with solicitor and accountant

Self Employment Support

A 4-day training course designed to give individuals the Key Business Skills to start their own business
4 months to test trade your business while remaining in receipt of benefits on a Business Rehearsal scheme
Support in the first year of trading

Finance

Business Rehearsal Grants
Business Start Up Grants to financially assist businesses in their first year of trading
Small Business Support Grant providing 75% grant assistance for businesses trading over one year
Assistance with loan and grant applications to other financial institutions

Networking / Marketing

Devonport Business Development Group bi-monthly forum
Business seminars on topics related to local business needs
Access to free of charge marketing through Devonport Business Development Group website

For more information on any of the above services contact Jane Tope at the Devonport Business Support Service, Welcome Hall, 4 Fore Street, Devonport on (01752) 500360