Devonport Business Support Service

The Devonport Business Support Service which is funded by DRC Partnership 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
Support with the preperation cash flow forecasts
Signposting to relevant business support organisations
Access to one hour free advice session with accountant

Self Employment Support

Support in the first year of trading
Support with developing marketing material
Support to establish business systems

Finance

Business Start Up Grants to financially assist businesses in their six months of trading
Small Business Support Grant providing 50% grant assistance for businesses trading over one year
ICT Support Grants providing 50% grant assistance towards essential ICT equipment
Assistance with loan and grant applications to other financial institutions

Networking / Marketing

Devonport Business Development Group bi-monthly forum
Devonport Pubwatch, a pecific network of public houses
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 the team at Devonport Business Support Service, Welcome Hall, 4 Fore Street, Devonport on (01752) 500360