ERWIN (Everything Regulation, Whenever It’s Needed)
ERWIN is the national one-stop web site for all your Trading Standards business related information. Guidance on all aspects of Trading Standards issues can be found there. Website:
www.everythingregulation.org.uk
NEWTraffic England Website The Traffic England website
www.highways.gov.uk/traffic holds public facing traffic information services which provides real time information for events on the network including the Variable Message Signs (VMS). You could provide links to this website or maps for your customers.
Traffic Highways Website You can custom build this information system and also take data feeds from the NTCC. To access this you have to sign up to the Travel Information Highway (TIH) community
www.tih.org.uk This shares best practice information amongst members on issues such as data feeds and provides access to the feeds themselves. Once registered, follow the link within TIH Services to the National Traffic Control Centre Data Services page. The NTCC Traffic Data attachment gives further information on the data available.
RSS Feeds
Can be downloaded very simply onto your desktop, website or display screen
www.highways.gov.uk/RSS. These list real time events occurring on the network and can be downloaded by region or motorway. You will need an appropriate RSS reader to access these services. Further customisation of the feeds is available through the Atlas Pro service.
Atlas Pro Web Service
This is the traffic information service available to professional users and provides additional information not available via the Traffic England public website. You need to apply for a login to use this service, details are contained in the 'Atlas' pdf attachment. This service also allows you to customise the RSS feeds i.e. by county, motorway etc. Further information on this is available through the Atlas User Guide, which can be viewed when logged onto the Atlas service.
http://atlaspro.tistrafficinfo.com/
HAIL (Highways Agency Information Line) Telephone 08457 50 40 30 or email
ha_info@highways.gsi.gov.uk. Customers can contact here for a wide variety of activity such as to find out about traffic problems, to report debris on the motorway etc.
Automated Traffic Information Line
Telephone 08700 660 115. This service gives access to the live traffic information on a rolling basis, by road, region or date and time.
Transport Direct
The website which can be used to plan the journey using other methods of transport, this also shows CO2 levels for different forms of transport:
www.transportdirect.info
HAIP's (Highways Agency Information Points)
These information points are located at major venues and motorway services, allowing access to traffic data via a touch screen.
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Anonymous Business Helpline
Business Link has launched a helpline that offers anonymity to business owners who want to discuss their business issues without disclosing their identity. Dialling 08453 13 45 10 will put the caller straight through to an experienced information adviser from the service who will provide confidential business support, without asking for contact or identity information.
Breckland Business Advice & SupportStart-up advice and support, including procurement training and IT training.
Contact :
enquiries@economic.breckland.gov.uk
Business in the CommunityBusiness in the Community is an independent business led charity that was set up in 1982. Web:
http://www.bitc.org.uk/
Business Link East A government-funded service offering free, independent and impartial business advice. They also offer free business health checks and can advise on reducing running costs and managing cash flow. Contact: 08457 171615. Website:
http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/east
Cobweb
Independent organisation that finds and publishes practical information to help you start up and run a small business, including information to help you write a business plan and reports and guides to help research business ideas. Website:
http://www.cobwebinfo.com/
East of England Development Agency (EEDA) Government-funded organisation sponsored by the Department of Trade and Industry. This site gives information on job opportunities, business support, investing in communities’ projects and regional renaissance. Website:
http://www.eeda.org.uk/
East of England Innovation Relay Centre (IRC)East of England Innovation Relay Centre (IRC) is a regional technology transfer and partnering service focusing on the promotion of innovation through technology. It offers a free service to organisations based in the East of England. Tel: 01603 761523. Website:
www.innovation-east.co.uk
East of England International The official international business support agency for the East of England. They support companies in the UK doing business internationally and overseas organisations seeking to locate in the UK. Website:
http://www.eei-online.com/
Eastern Region Food Initiative (ERfi)ERfi support the food and drinks industry by promoting the sector as a career choice for young people, as well as providing training and development programmes for people who already work in the industry. Website:
http://www.erfi.co.uk/
enterpriseGYNeed help with business planning, access to finance, skills training or just some expert advice on starting or expanding a business? enterpriseGY services are free and right on the doorstep in Great Yarmouth. Visit
www.enterpriseGY.co.uk or call 0800 458 0146
EPIC
EPIC's role is to promote Norwich and Norfolk as a creative industries hub and to support Norfolk's creative community by ensuring it has access to world class facilities. Website:
http://www.epic-tv.org/index.html
Hethel Engineering Centre
The Centre supports the growth and success of high performance engineering and manufacturing companies and individuals. Its website gives information on the centre including the courses it provides, availability of offices and workshops, conference facilities and forthcoming training and events. Website:
http://www.hethelcentre.com/
H M Revenue & Customs Advice Team A specially trained Advice Team can help you understand your tax responsibilities, and give you the confidence to get it right, first time. They run workshops and presentations on a variety of subjects across the county. Their services are free of charge and are designed for everyone in business, especially new businesses or employers.
http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/startingup/bus_sup.htm
i10
i10 helps companies in the East of England grow by working with academic teams from some of the country's top universities and higher educational colleges to solve business problems.
http://www.i10.org.uk/
Learning Skills CouncilThe Learning and Skills Council exists to make England better skilled and more competitive
http://www.lsc.gov.uk/
Local Authorities
Checkout the help and advice available through the your local authority.
Manufacturing Advisory Service - East Provides manufacturing businesses with expert advice to deliver measurable improvements by helping improve performance and productivity.
Contact: 0845 300 4443 Website:
www.mas-east.org.ukNorfolk Major Incident Team (NORMIT)Partnership between public organisations and private companies which focus on developing an approach to deal with major incidents such as fire, flood and plane crashes. Website:
http://www.normit.org/
Norfolk Rural Business Advice Service (NRBAS) NRBAS is a non-for-profit organisation that aims to help Norfolk rural businesses develop through sustainable growth and change into the twenty-first century. A key aim is to make information and support widely available and accessible.We provide one-to-one business advice; group working and training; and support to projects dedicated to tackling key rural issues.
http://www.ruraladvice.co.uk/
This website gives you a range of practical tools and information that will help take your business forward.
Norfolk Chamber of Commerce Norfolk Chamber of Commerce is the ultimate business network, enabling our members to forge more links with companies across the county than any other membership-based business organisation in the region. The voice of local business, we are committed to the enhancement of economic prosperity and the quality of life throughout the whole of Norfolk. A not-for-profit organisation, we are the voice of local business, dedicated to supporting the continued success of businesses throughout the county. We do this by providing valuable networking opportunities for our members, assisting businesses of all sizes in increasing sales and cutting costs, while our policy team ensures that your views are represented to all levels of Government. Website:
http://www.norfolkchamber.co.uk
The GuildThe Guild is a leading support organisation within the voluntary, community and social enterprise sectors. The Guild provides business support and training for organisations that are starting up or developing. Business support can be paid for through Seamless Support or with Business Link vouchers. Tel: 01603 615200. Website:
www.the-guild.co.uk
The Princes TrustThe Prince's Trust is a national charity offering practical solutions to help young people to 'get their life working'. The trust offers a variety of programmes to help develop confidence and skills, as well as providing finance and other help to those considering starting a business. Tel: 01603 621328. Email:
Norfolk@princes-trust.org.uk Website:
www.princes-trust.org.uk
UK Trade & Investment
Work with UK-based businesses to ensure their success in international markets. Also encourage the best overseas companies to look to the UK as their partner of choice.
Website:
https://www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk/
WEETU
The Women's Employment, Enterprise & Training Unit (WEETU) was set up as an independent voluntary agency in 1987 in Norwich and is a not for profit Company Limited by Guarantee. WEETU helps women take control of their economic lives. We offer advice, training and support to develop employment and enterprise opportunities. Website:
http://www.weetu.org/cms.php?page_id=9
Women in Rural Enterprise (WiRE)WiRE is a national business club for rural women who are considering starting a new business or who are in an established business. The membership package offers practical and specific business services and support in the form of an interactive website, quarterly magazine, networking opportunities, a monthly newsletter and events.
http://www.wireuk.org/