The South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) have put together a short booklet setting out all the measures introduced by SEEDA and its partners to help businesses in the South East through the economic downturn. You can download a copy of the booklet below:

Open For Business Guide (715kB PDF)

Staying Legal Guide for Businesses

Download the document below for clear and concise information to businesses on all matters related to regulation, including fire safety, food safety, workplace health and safety and licensing.

Staying Legal Guide for Businesses (889kB PDF)

Oxfordshire Online Business Directory

The Oxfordshire Online Business Directory is a free online guide to local businesses provided by the local authorities covering Oxfordshire.

Visit the Oxfordshire Business Database website to search the directory.

This service allows businesses to identify suppliers and others to do business with locally.

Your business can be included on the directory free of charge, enabling your details to be available to interested parties looking for your services. To join the Directory, simply complete the online application form on the website and wait for approval.

Ensure your details are always up-to-date with your own secure login which is provided when your application to join has been approved.

For more information contact the Oxfordshire Economic Partnership using the details below:

Name	Telephone	Email
Oxfordshire Economic Partnership	01865 810149	Kate.Harris@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Is there a list available of business sites and premises for sale or lease in Oxford?

We do not provide a list of business premises available in Oxford. There is a commercial property search tool on our Private Property Available page. We may also be able to provide small units for start-up businesses at the Oxford Enterprise Centre in St. Clements. Visit our Business Premises page for full details.

Does the Council provide grants or any other financial assistance to businesses or business start-ups?

We do not directly provide financial assistance to businesses. Visit our Funding and Grants page for more information.

How do I find out about business opportunities with the Council?

Our Procurement Team will be able to advise you on opportunities to sell goods or services to the Council. Visit our Buyer Profile pages for full details.

Do I need planning permission for my business proposal?

Visit our Planning pages for information, advice and contact details on all planning related issues.

Can the Council help me with starting up a new business?

We do not directly help with starting up new businesses. Visit the Business Link and Oxfordshire Business Enterprises websites for information and advice on starting up your own business.

Where can I find out methods of boosting business efficiency?

For information on how to improve the environmental performance and sustainability of your business, visit our Sustainable Business page.

Redundancy

Visit our Coping With Redundancy page for information on what to do if you face the prospect of being made redundant.

Is there any economic data available on Oxford?

For statistics on the Oxford economy, please visit our Economic Statistics pages.

Business Parking Permits

Oxfordshire County Council is responsible for issuing parking permits for businesses. Visit the Oxford Parking Shop pages of their website for details on how to apply for a permit.

Page last reviewed 6 Nov 2009