Welcome to the on line search engine of the Southend Business Directory 2009. You can perform searches for businesses through the on line database. If you would like a copy of the Southend Business Directory 2009 with the database on CD Rom, please email your request and address to: economicd@southend.gov.uk
Business Link is a government-funded service designed to promote enterprise.
Whether you are already running or growing a business or just starting out, Business Link provides web based guides and interactive business tools, workshops and business advisors.
The Mission: For the UK construction industry to realise maximum value to all clients, end users and stakeholders and exceed their expectations through the consistent delivery of world-class products and services.
Constructing Excellence aims to deliver improved industry performance resulting in a demonstrably better built environment.
BERR helps ensure business success in an increasingly competitive world.
BERR is the voice for business across Government.
This website provides information about BERR’s priorities and policies. BERR and its delivery partners also provide a range of practical assistance to business:
East of England International provides the support that businesses need to grow internationally. We work with overseas-owned companies locating in the region and local businesses exporting their services and products. We match your requirements to a sector specialist or export adviser.
The East of England Regional Assembly (EERA) exists to promote the economic, social and environmental well-being of the region.
Essex Chambers of Commerce is the leading business support network in Essex with almost 2500 full and affiliated Members and extensive contacts with the wider business community. Essex Chambers is also an accredited Chamber with the British Chambers of Commerce network now representing more than 100,000 businesses nationwide.
The Essex Development & Regeneration Agency (ExDRA) is a key leader of economic and social development in Essex.
The FSB promotes and protects the interests of self-employed and owners of small firms. Formed in 1974, it now has over 196,000 members across 33 regions offering helps such as a 24-hour legal help line, insurance services, business banking and finance for business and advice from 230 branches. Some 3,500 members are represented in Essex.
Foundation East lends money to small businesses and social enterprises that have workable business plans but can’t get
a bank loan or need additional funds to match bank lending.
The Learning and Skills Council exists to make England better skilled and more competitive. Their goal: goal: to improve the skills of England’s young people and adults to ensure we have a workforce of world-class standard.
For everything you need to know about London Southend Airport.
Providing business advice, training and finance, NWES aims to assist in the creation of new jobs and employment opportunities by offering the necessary advice to people who wish to start a business or develop existing ones.
Free access to data produced by the Office for National Statistics, government departments and devolved administrations.
Prospects College is a leading provider of vocational training in South Essex and Thames Gateway. With over 35 years experience of working in partnership with business we have delivered a range of innovative training and apprenticeship courses to meet the skill requirements of the community.
For information on Southend's Urban Regeneration Company, Renaissance Southend.
A centre of vocational excellence in media technology and ICT solutions, SEEC has a good and supportive working relationship with the local Learning and Skills Council which is committed to working in partnership with its providers.
Thames Gateway South Essex is part of the Thames Gateway, the UK Government's top priority for regeneration and growth.
The NOVA Partnership was seen as a model of good practice and in 2004, with support from the local LSC, the consortium was expanded and now has 14 partners covering work based learning across the Thames Gateway South Essex area. The partnership offers Entry to Employment and a wide range of Apprenticeship programmes. It has also been successful in bidding for project funding for example, the LSC Learning Agreement Pilot Funding and holds Train to Gain contracts.
A UK charity that helps young people overcome barriers and get their lives working. Through practical support including training, mentoring and financial assistance, we help 14-30 year olds realise their potential and transform their lives. The Prince's Trust Business Programme provides money and support to help young people start up in business.
Southend Data Observatory has been developed by Southend-on-Sea Borough Council.Its aim is to become the primary source of core data which informs and supports the evaluation of Southend Council and its Partners' Strategies.
Registered users can access and map socio-economic data relating to business, crime, demography, deprivation, health, learning and local labour market issues in Southend.
The Learning and Skills Council’s Train to Gain service provides impartial, independent advice on training to businesses across England. It can help businesses improve their productivity and competitiveness by ensuring that employees have the right skills to do the best job.
For information on the Business Hub at the University's brand new Southend campus, the Business Incubation Centre and the innovative i-Lab.
The Visit Southend website has information on where to stay, what to see & do, where to eat and lots, lots more.
