Local Authority support

Leicester City Council has a vast array of support and signposting for start up and growing businesses. In addition there’s help on business rates, health & safety advice, land and property related issues and more.

You can find help on business continuity, grants and funding, properties for sale and more from Leicestershire County Council.

Blaby District Council have a wealth of information for start up and existing businesses. Their website includes details of many local support services including property searches, help for food businesses and others.

Businesses in the Charnwood area have access to specialist local advice and support, particularly if you are focusing on skills and innovation, through the InCharnwood initiative.

Harborough District Council can offer support on a wide range of topics for businesses across the district. Whether you are starting up a new business, expanding your company or thinking of relocating to Harborough.

Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council offers information to help you run your business as well as dealing with regulations, business rates, licensing and more. There’s also advice if you want to work with them directly.

Melton Borough Council offers an A to Z directory of business services which includes signposting to support services, funding, business events as well as advice on health and safety and more.

North West Leicestershire District Council supports business development by providing advice about funding, property, training and events for both existing and new businesses and those looking to create jobs in the area.

Information and advice on setting up and running a business is provided by Oadby and Wigston Borough Council. This includes finding a suitable property, arranging a license to trade and meeting legal requirements.