Advice and funding

Read our business starter pack (PDF, 4.4mb) for information on setting up a business in Southwark.

You can also sign up to our Southwark business e-newsletter for updates on business support, opportunities and guidance.

Many local and national organisations also provide business support and advice for both start-ups and more established businesses.

Business Support Helpline

The Business Support Helpline website offers more information on starting and running a business. 

Disability Advice Service for London small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

The Business Disability Forum helps small and medium-sized businesses in London. It provides businesses with free support and advice on disability and how it relates to their organisations.

Grow London Local

Grow London Local brings together all the business support available nationally, regionally and locally for micro and small business owners.

SAGE advice

The SAGE blog has tax, HR and payroll advice for entrepreneurs looking to start and grow their businesses.

London South Bank University - Business Solutions Centre

The Business Solutions Centre at London South Bank University has a free drop-in 1-2-1 advice service for local businesses.

Small Business Research and Enterprise Centre

The Small Business Research and Enterprise Centre has expert staff providing advice, seminars and workshops. It also has a space in the City for room hire and internet use.

Open to Export

Open to Export helps small and medium-sized enterprises with their exporting and international trade needs.

ACAS

ACAS is the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service. It provides impartial services to prevent or resolve workplace disputes.