Halton &WarringtonBusinessFAIR

Thursday 31st OctoberThursday 31st OctoberSelect Security Stadium HaltonSelect Security Stadium Halton

exhibit - visit - participate - network

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North Cheshire & Wirral ChamberNorth Cheshire & Wirral Chamber

HALTON CHAMBER:SERVICES AND EVENTSAs

the leading independent business-supportorganisation representing businesses in theWidnes and Runcorn area, Halton Chamber isfully committed to the ongoing development andsuccess of the economy of the Borough of Halton.

Halton Chamber Membership embraces a widerange of businesses of all sizes, in all sectors,including professional and consultancy services,manufacturing and engineering, transportation,warehousing and distribution, tourism andchemicals and petrochemicals.

A key role of Halton Chamber is it’s ‘influencing’ roleon behalf of local businesses, acting as the ‘VOICE’of the region, representing the views of the privatesector at local, regional and national levels andlobbying on a range of issues that impact on the

Chamber Members themselves benefit from ahuge range of services, cost-saving initiativesand information and networking events. Theseinclude:

l 1stuesday Networking events

l Business Networking lunches

l Tool Box Talks knowledge transfer sessions

l Women in Business Network

l Business Surgeries

l Business Mentoring

l Export Documentation

l Chamber Health Cash Plan

l Chamber Debt Recovery service

l Chamber Website service

l Legal and HR healthcheck

l Quarterly Economic Reports

l Discounted rates for Business Training

l Inclusion in the Halton Chamber of

Commercedatabase

l Marketing and promotional opportunitiesinside Halton Chamber literature, at

228 01928 516 142www.haltonchamber.co.uk

HALTON CHAMBER:SERVICES AND EVENTSAs the leading independent business-support organisa3on represen3ngbusinesses in the Widnes andRuncorn area, Halton Chamber is fullycommi4ed to the ongoingdevelopment and success of theeconomy of the Borough of Halton.

Halton Chamber Membershipembraces a wide range of businessesof all sizes, in all sectors, includingprofessional and consultancy services,manufacturing and engineering,transporta3on, warehousing anddistribu3on, tourism, chemicals andpetrochemicals.

A key aspect for Halton Chamber is it’s‘influencing’ role on behalf of localbusinesses, ac3ng as the ‘VOICE’ of

business, represen3ng the views ofthe private sector at local, regionaland na3onal levels and lobbying on arange of issues that impact on theHalton business community.

Chamber Members themselvesbenefit from a huge range of services,cost-saving ini3a3ves and ac3vi3es,informa3on and networking eventsincluding:

1stuesday Business Networking events

Halton Business & Tourism Awards

Workshops and Training Seminars

Women’s Network – Network Fusion

Business Surgeries

Business Consultancy and Mentoring

Export Documenta,on

Chamber Health Cash Plan

Chamber Debt Recovery service

Chamber Website service

Legal and HR

Quarterly Economic Reports

E-newsle-er

Inclusion in the Halton Chamber ofCommerce database

Halton Business Directory

Marke,ng and promo,onalopportuni,es

exhibition area Stadium Fitness

refreshments Stadium Fitness

workshopsMain Stadium Karalius Suite

Welcome to the 2013 Halton and WarringtonBusiness Fair supported by BT Business,Halton Chamber of Commerce and WildThang. We have tried to make sure thattoday’s event offers something for every typeof business - big or small, new or old.

With lots of different features and activities takingplace, we hope that visitors will find that their trip hasbeen both interesting and worthwhile.

Business to Business Exhibi,on - a wide varietyof companies are showcasing their products and services tothe hundreds of visitors a4ending the event.

Ask the Expert - A range of Experts are on hand toprovide advice and guidance on a range of issues

Fire Safety including legal requirements for businesses, arsonpreven,on and business con,nuity - Cheshire Fire and Rescue ServiceBusiness Support Available in Halton - Halton Chamber of CommerceSe.ng up and running a Limited Company in the UK - CompaniesHouseProtec,ng your Ideas and Innova,ons - Intellectual Property Office

Complimentary Marke,ng & BusinessClinicsManaging People and General Employment Issues - AcasHow to Get Your Website ranking on Google - Aqueous DigitalDigital Marke,ng: SEO, Pay Per Click and Social Media – Blue OceanSearchMarke,ng - Chartered Ins/tute of Marke/ngManagement and leadership development, personal / professionaldevelopment, experien,al learning, inc. business simula,on, andperformance improvement - Chartered Management Ins/tuteRaising Finance for Your Business - Crea/ve Capital UKWebsite Hos,ng: what are the op,ons? – Cyber Host ProUsing LinkedIn for Business - Link Business Marke/ng Ltd

Many other Special Features andA-rac,onsFree Acupressure Massages from Cloudnine Bodyworks – themassage with the WOW! factor.Free Shredding Demos from Topwood Shredding – If you’re lookingto declu0er bring along a few boxes of paperwork and have itshredded and recycled for free!! You can bring up to 5 boxes for freeshredding and recycling (takes approx 2 mins). Or, if you wouldprefer not to take advantage of this demo on the day itself, simplyleave your details at the Topwood stand and they will contact you toarrange a demo at another, mutually convenient /me.View and play the latest original board games from local designersAdrenaline Brush - ideal if you’re looking to pick up some earlyChristmas gi!s.- and a complimentary Event Programme and Business Guide forevery visitor.

For further information on future events, pleasevisit our website www.businessfairsuk.com. Finally,thank you for attending and we hope that you havea productive and enjoyable time.

A wide variety of exhibitors are displaying their productsand services in the Conference and Exhibi,on Area of theStadium Fitness Suite.

Refreshments and Snacks (and Sea,ng Areas) available onthe ground floor in the Stadium Fitness Suite.

welcome

10.00-10.25 Using Linked In for BusinessAn informa3ve session on how your business can get the most out of LinkedIn as a marke3ng andnetworking tool.Delivered by David Pra-, Link Business Marke,ng

10.50-11.15 Five easy ways to make Google love yourwebsiteIs your company website struggling to get no3ced in Google? Do you know the five quick andeasy wins to help Google no3ce your website more? Do you know the 3 Golden Rules of SEO?If you want to know how Google and the other Search Engines rank websites and what makesthem choose one website or page above another then you should a4end this talk. AqueousDigital’s Managing Director Jonathan Guy will give you simple, prac3cal and free 3ps to boostyour website performance and presence. If you have already been op3mising your website andare confused about why the recent Google changes may have pushed your site down therankings then this session can also help you. Free impar3al advice, prac3cal takeaways and aninsight into what Google will do next make this surgery one not to miss.Delivered by Jonathan Guy, Aqueous Digital

11.20-12.05 What Super-Fast Fibre Broadband can dofor your businessAn educa3onal seminar on how Super-Fast Fibre broadband is transforming the way we work asbusinesses. This jargon-free session will help businesses to understand the real business benefitsof life in the fast lane.Delivered by BT Business

12.30-12.50 An Emphasis on Business GrowthLooking at some key principles for business growth, this workshop will be useful for businesses ofall sizes, from small start-ups to larger businesses that wish to develop strategies to enablesustainable growth.delivered by David Wiles, Waves Enterprise

12.55-1.15 Business Turnaround and how to achieve itA brief introduc3on to the work of a Business Turnaround Prac33oner and how their interven3oncan make a real posi3ve difference, o$en saving business owners considerable 3me and money.delivered by David Wiles, Waves Enterprise

1.25-1.55 5 effec,ve networking strategies that reallyworkWe’ve all been to networking events and come away with nothing. In this session Paul will sharesimple tools and techniques to enable you to become a networking expert. You will gain methodsto ‘ work a room’ without feeling like you are a pushy sales person. You will also learn how todevelop a relaxed conversa3on starterDelivered by Paul Parish, DoRemarkable

2.00-2.20 What is IP? How to Protect your Ideas andInnova,onsThere are many simple and cost effec3ve ways of protec3ng your ideas and your business. Thisshort workshop will provide a brief overview of Patents, Trademarks, Designs and Copyright.Delivered by The Intellectual Property Office

2.25-2.55 How to do marke,ng on a shoestringSome prac3cal 3ps and ideas on how to make the most of marke3ng your business on a limitedbudget.Delivered by Chartered Ins,tute of Marke,ng

3.00-3.30 Selling via Online Marketplaces - the eBayand Amazon opportunityA prac3cal outline of selling using online marketplaces such as ebay and Amazon.Delivered by John Hayes, Seller Express

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Our thanks go to our Event Supporters and Sponsors

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Companies HouseAll limited companies in England, Wales, Northern Ireland andScotland are registered at Companies House, an Executive Agencyof the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS). Themain functions of Companies House are to: Incorporate anddissolve limited companies; examine and store company informationdelivered under the Companies Act and related legislation; and make this informationavailable to the public.0303 1234 500 www.companieshouse.gov.ukCostco WholesaleCostco is a membership warehouse club that sells awide selection of top quality brand name merchandiseat low warehouse prices. If you are a bona fidebusiness owner or manager or are self employed you qualify for Trade Membership.Specific employment groups also qualify for Individual Memberships.0151 224 7681 www.costco.co.ukCreative Capital UKCreative Capital provide cash flow solutions to B2B Small businesses throughout theNorth West. Using selective invoice finance, we have funded in excess of£15,000,000 to growing businesses throughout the region. This alternative form ofbusiness finance is flexible and simple to use, whether you are looking to raise £5,000or £200,000 please come and talk to us to find out how we can help your business orif you are an accountant, consultant or broker talk to us about how we can help yourcustomers!01244 561 343 www.creativecapitaluk.comCyber Host Pro LtdCyber Host Pro have been providing businessclass cloud hosting solutions for 10 years! If youhave a business then we can help you save money by moving your data into thecloud. Speak to one of our reps today to find out more.0845 527 9345 www.cyberhostpro.comDeskCentreDeskCentre, one of the most respected specialists withover 25 years experience in making organisations moreeffective through office planning, design and furnishings.We have successfully installed high quality interior environments to over 1000educational, office and hotel establishments across the UK and Europe.0845 313 7456 www.deskcentre.co.ukElite Business MagazineElite Business Magazine is dedicated tobreaking new ground and advocatingsome of the hottest new names in UK plc.Every issue covers up-to-the-minute content and presents a unique angle on thethings enterprises need to know and we also gather the best and brightest voices inthe community to share their experience. Whether its Cambridge Satchel Company’sJulie Deane or the man behind Reggae Reggae Sauce, Levi Roots, we profile theindividuals reinventing enterprise.If you want a finger on the pulse of entrepreneurial Britain, then Elite BusinessMagazine is the publication for you.0120 626 6846 www.elitebusinessmagazine.co.ukG Force CommunicationsEstablished in 2005, G-Force Communications Ltd are an independent ‘business tobusiness’ communications specialist offering a consultancy service to our customers inorder to provide products and solutions that save them time and money.With client accounts nationwide and from a broad range of industry sectors, oursuccess is based upon delivering excellent service and account managementbalanced with honest impartial advice.01928 715724 www.g-forcecommunications.comGrowthAcceleratorGrowthAccelerator is a premier service helping England’s brightest growingbusinesses achieve their ambitions. It’s a partnership between private enterprise andgovernment. And it’s affordable.Whatever businesses need to speed and sustain growth, GrowthAccelerator’s networkof growth experts will help drive them forward.0161 876 4922 www.growthaccelerator.com

exhibitors

www.businessfairsuk.comProviding a Showcase for businesses since 2002

Halton Chamber of CommerceAs the leading independent business-supportorganisation representing businesses in the Widnesand Runcorn area, Halton Chamber is fully committedto the ongoing development and success of theeconomy of the Borough of Halton.Halton Chamber Membership embraces a wide range of businesses of all sizes, in allsectors, including professional and consultancy services, manufacturing and engineering,transportation, warehousing and distribution, tourism, chemicals and petrochemicals.A key aspect for Halton Chamber is it’s ‘influencing’ role on behalf of local businesses, actingas the ‘VOICE’ of business, representing the views of the private sector at local, regional andnational levels and lobbying on a range of issues that impact on the Halton businesscommunity.Chamber Members themselves benefit from a huge range of services, cost-saving initiativesand activities, information and networking events including:~ 1stuesday Business Networking events ~ Halton Business & Tourism Awards~ Workshops and Training Seminars ~ Women’s Network - Network Fusion ~ BusinessSurgeries ~ Business Consultancy and Mentoring ~ Export Documentation ~ ChamberHealth Cash Plan ~ Chamber Debt Recovery service ~ Chamber Website service ~ Legaland HR ~ Quarterly Economic Reports ~ E-newsletter ~ Inclusion in the Halton Chamber ofCommerce database ~ Halton Business Directory ~ Marketing and promotional opportunities01928 516 142 www.haltonchamber.co.ukHoliday Inn RuncornHoliday Inn Runcorn is conveniently located off Junction 12, M56, and within easyreach of all local business parks. We offer 153 comfortable bedrooms, relaxing barand lounge area, Traders restaurant, multiple conference and function rooms cateringfor up to 500 guests and leisure club including swimming pool.0871 942 9070 www.hiruncornhotel.co.ukICAEWLooking for business advice?The ICAEW Business Advice Service offers small and start-up businesses a free initialconsultation with an ICAEW Chartered Accountant.ICAEW Chartered Accountants are finance and business experts with knowledge andjudgement you can trust. They can help with you a range of issues from dealing withthe taxman, preparing accounts, to applying for bank loans or creating a robustbusiness plan. Search our online directory at www.businessadviceservice.com

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NMC Design+PrintNMC Design+Print is a vibrant social enterprise setat the heart of the NeuroMuscular Centre: a centreof excellence for muscular dystrophy. All of ourdesigners have MD and our profits go back into the charity. We offer a wide range ofdesign and print services so please get in touch.01606 863 464 www.nmcentre.comSelect Security Stadium HaltonThe Select Security Stadium Halton is the number one venue for conference and banqueting in theregion. The Stadium offers a range of conference rooms to suit all needs and can cater from smallmeetings in the 21 executive suites overlooking the pitch up to 450 delegates in the impressive MarqueeSuite.0151 510 6000 www.stobartstadiumhalton.org.ukThe Energy Company (UK) LtdWe offer a utilities management service for business gas andelectricity accounts. We oversee all aspects of utility accountsensuring competitive suppliers, scrutinising bills for errors,resolving problems, saving users time and money.01824 703 253 www.theenergycompany.co.ukThe Evergreen ClinicThe Evergreen Clinic is a highly professional medical aesthetic clinic providing a rangeof aesthetic treatments, including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, lipenhancement and chemical skin peels. Our highly qualified medical professionals allhave extensive experience in aesthetics.0151 728 2536 www.evergreenclinic.co.ukThe TALL Group of CompaniesTALL Colour Print is a full service print company with an unrivalled experience of over15 years supplying printing solutions.From business cards to billboards and from calendars to corporate brochures andcatalogues, TALL Colour Print is a one stop shop for all your printing needs.01928 579 200 www.tallcolourprint.co.ukTopwood LtdTopwood are specialists in secure documentstorage, scanning and shredding providingservices to leading businesses in the North Westand North Wales. Topwood Shredding provides secure on-site and off-site shreddingservices. Our mobile shredding service protects your business identity and helps preventfraud with a comprehensive paper shredding service. We consider ourselves to be one ofthe top mobile shredding and commercial paper shredding companies in the UK. We alsodestroy uniforms, packaging, plastics and hard drives. Topwood provides comprehensiverecords management services to businesses. Records management is the systematiccontrol of records and the information and data they contain from the moment they arecreated to their final disposal.0845 130 9816 www.topwood.bizWidnes Vikings Rugby League ClubWidnes Vikings RLFC is an English professional rugbyleague club based in Widnes, Cheshire. We currentlyplay in Super League, the top tier of European Rugby.We have a number of business and communityopportunities here at the club available to help you findmore customers, retain existing customers, promote yourbusiness whilst also motivating staff. We have the very best in sponsorship and match-dayfacilities and we can help you build your reputation in the region.0151 495 2250 www.widnesvikings.co.ukWild ThangWild Thang is The Ultimate Merchandise Resource!We have everything you could ever need to helppromote, market & create the right image for yourcompany or organisation.We have four specialist areas Promotional Items &Merchandise, T-shirts-Leisurewear & Uniforms, Paper& Large Format Print & Football Kits-Teamwear,1,000s of further items online at www.wildthang.co.uk.Members of BPMA and Promota you are guaranteed a high standard of service &Industry integrity.0800 917 9809 www.wildthang.co.ukWillow StarcomWillow Starcom was established over twenty years ago to provide IT services andsolutions across a broad band of market sectors. Our portfolio includes CloudComputing, Hardware and Software Support, ask us about Cloud Computing, this issomething that is growing at a tremendous rate now and apart from being very greenour offering allows companies to have an Enterprise Class IT environment offsite at amonthly cost with no cap-ex cost associated with a new physical server.01942 527 147 www.willowstarcom.co.ukWrightsure Insurance GroupA family owned independent insurance broker providing insurance and riskmanagement advice for all your commercial insurance requirements.0151 494 0007 www.wrightsure-liverpool.co.uk

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DSUK Digital MediaWe are a small and friendly designfirm based in Reading, Berkshire.Established in 2012 we specialisemainly in web design & management and leaflet & print design, butwe also offer services in online media including photography, audioand video produc/on and streaming. Our primary aim is to providequality, affordable and easy to use websites and other publicitymaterial for businesses and other organisa/ons.

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O2 ColiseumWe are a business team looking a!erthe customers for 10 x O2 franchisestores across the North of England.01744 780 064

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Business Guide - Useful Sources of Help and Information

Federation of Small BusinessesThe FSB is the UK's biggest business support organisation, with over215,000 members. The FSB lobbies tirelessly on behalf of the self-employed and members can take advantage of a wide range ofbenefits and services.

www.fsb.org.uk

EnvirowiseEnvirowise seeks to provide support to all UK businesses on resourceefficiency issues to help them minimise waste and maximise profits.We work closely with regional Business Support Organisations toensure that the businesses we work with receive the support theyneed

www.envirowise.gov.uk

WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme)WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme) works in England,Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to help businesses andindividuals reap the benefits of reducing waste, develop sustainableproducts and use resources in an efficient way

www.wrap.org.uk

Business SceneLocal knowledge, contacts & opportunities all accessed through our200,000 member strong online community www.business-scene.comand offline at our Connections events. Promote your business with afull online profile, submit articles, press releases and classified ads allfree of charge thanks to the support of our national sponsorsMicrosoft, Blackberry & Santander.

www.business-scene.com

Eco-InnovateThe North West Eco-Innovation Programme provides free, tailoredsupport to help you exploit the market for sustainable products andlow-carbon solutions, helping you develop products and servicessuitable for a low carbon economy and move your business ahead ofthe rest

www.eco-innovate.org.uk / www.ctechinnovation.com/eco

Ask About BusinessAsk About Business is a partnership between fourteen libraryauthorities across the north west. Led by Manchester Library &Information Service, Ask About Business provides information throughlibraries to support:

* Pre-start and new businesses * Existing businesses* Jobseekers * Consumers * Inventors * Business students

www.askaboutbusiness.org/

Institute of Export & International TradeThe Institute of Export & International Trade is the professional bodyrepresenting and supporting the interests of everyone involved inimporting, exporting and international trade. We offer a unique rangeof individual and business membership benefits as well as a worldrenowned suite of professional qualifications, training & CPD. Visit:www.export.org

www.export.org.uk

The Carbon TrustThe Carbon Trust was set up by Government in 2001 as anindependent company. The Carbon Trust's mission is to acceleratethe move to a low carbon economy, by working with organisations toreduce carbon emissions now and develop commercial low carbontechnologies for the future.

www.carbontrust.co.uk

HMRC Online ServicesHMRC offer a range of online services which aim to be efficient andcustomer friendly. Our continually developing services enable you tointeract with us quickly, securely and at your convenience.We provide a range of services for:- individuals and employees - employers - businesses andcorporations- tax agents and advisers - software developers

www.hmrc.gov.uk

Groundwork in the North WestProviding through the ENWORKS programme:- FREE environmental resource efficiency reviews for businesses- Advice on Corporate Social Responsibility- Subsidised environmental training and accredited training courses

www.groundwork.org.uk

Business LinkThe regional Business Link advisory service will cease to operate fromNovember 2011. Since April 2011 much of the local business supportinformation that was previously found on regionally branded BusinessLink websites can now be accessed within the national Business Linkwebsite directories (Events, Business Support Finder and Contacts).The Business Link website will remain and will continue to providebusinesses of all sizes with access to information, support andgovernment services.

www.businesslink.gov.uk

The North West FundThe North West Fund is targeted at growing businesses that areunable to secure funding from traditional sources in order to financetheir growth plans. Consequently, The North West Fund is targeted atgrowing SMEs, irrespective of their “age”. However, there arerestrictions around investments in businesses in difficulty and firms incertain sectors. A total of £184.4m is available across the six productfunds for investment up to the end of 2015. Please contact therelevant Fund Manager for further information.

www.thenorthwestfund.co.uk

Contracts FinderContracts Finder is a free new service for businesses, governmentbuyers and the public. This service comes from government under itstransparency commitment, and you can find:· live contract opportunities · closed tender documentation· contract awards and contract documentsYou can also subscribe to email updates on existing or new items

www.contractsfinder.businesslink.gov.uk/

Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS)The Manufacturing Advisory Service aims to address the practicalneeds of British manufacturers by delivering hands-on advice andassistance from experts in a wide range of manufacturing disciplines.

www.mas.dti.gov.uk

The Chartered Institute of MarketingWhether you are just starting up or are a well established business,take advantage of our FREE marketing clinics with local CharteredMarketers. Visit us on our stand to book an appointment and let’s seeif we can help grow your business with professional marketing advice.

www.cim.co.uk

Chartered Management InstituteProfessional body for Managers and Leaders, focusing on improvingpersonal and organisational performance. We set the standards,support individual and organisational development, provideaccreditation, qualifications and professional recognition, includingChartered Manager status.

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BionowBionow is the cluster support group for the Northwest of England'sbiotechnology, pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.

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UK Trade & InvestmentUK Trade & Investment (UKTI) can help you rise to the excitingopportunities and challenges that globalisation offers. We work withUK-based businesses to ensure their success in international markets.We also encourage the best overseas companies to look to the UK astheir global partner of choice.

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Business Support AgenciesInvest in Cumbria www.investincumbria.co.ukInvest Sefton www.investsefton.comInvest Wirral www.investwirral.comLiverpool Vision www.liverpoolvision.co.ukLocate in Salford www.locateinsalford.infoManchester Investment Development Agency Service

www.investinmanchester.comWirral Business Partnership www.wirralbusinesspartnership.co.uk

Chambers of CommerceAltrincham & Sale www.altrinchamchamber.co.ukBlackburn & District www.blackburnchamber.co.ukBorough of Congleton www.congletonchamber.co.ukCumbria www.cumbriachamber.co.ukEast Lancashire www.chamberelancs.co.ukGreater Manchester www.manchester-chamber.orgHalton www.haltonchamber.comKnowsley www.knowsleychamber.orgLancaster District www.lancaster-chamber.org.ukLiverpool www.liverpoolchamber.org.ukMacclesfield www.macclesfieldchamber.co.ukNorth & Western Lancashire www.lancschamber.co.ukSefton www.seftonchamber.comSouth Cheshire www.southcheshirechamber.org.ukSouth East Cheshire Enterprise www.sece.co.ukSt Helens www.sthelenschamber.comWarrington www.warrington-chamber.co.ukWest Cheshire and North Wales www.cepnwchamber.org.ukWirral www.wirralchamber.org.uk

Chambers of Commerce North Westwww.chambersofcommercenw.org.uk

British Chambers of Commerce (BCC)www.britishchambers.org.uk

Higher Education Institutions

Edge Hill University www.edgehill.ac.ukLancaster University www.lancs.ac.ukLiverpool Hope University Business Gateway www.hope.ac.uk/Liverpool John Moores Universitywww.ljmu.ac.uk/businessengagement/Manchester Metropolitan Universitywww.business.mmu.ac.uk/business/University of Bolton www.bolton.ac.uk/ServicesForBusiness/University of Central Lancashirewww.uclan.ac.uk/information/business/University of Chester www.chester.ac.uk/business-researchUniversity of Cumbria www.cumbria.ac.uk/EnterpriseUniversity of Liverpool www.liv.ac.uk/businessgateway/University of Manchester www.manchester.ac.uk/business/University of Salford www.business-services.salford.ac.uk/

Local Authorities

CheshireCheshire East Council www.cheshireeast.gov.ukCheshire West and Chester Councilwww.cheshirewestandchester.gov.ukHalton Borough Council www.halton.gov.ukWarrington Borough Council www.warrington.gov.uk

CumbriaAllerdale Borough Council www.allerdale.gov.ukBarrow in Furness Borough Council www.barrowbc.gov.ukCarlisle City Council www.carlisle.gov.ukCopeland Borough Council www.copelandbc.gov.ukCumbria County Council www.cumbriacc.gov.ukEden District Council www.eden.gov.ukSouth Lakeland District Council www.southlakeland.gov.uk

Greater ManchesterBolton Metropolitan Borough Council www.bolton.gov.ukBury Metropolitan Borough Council www.bury.gov.ukManchester City Council www.manchester.gov.ukOldham Metropolitan Borough Council www.oldham.gov.ukRochdale Metropolitan Borough Council www.rochdale.gov.ukSalford City Council www.salford.gov.ukStockport Metropolitan Borough Council www.stockport.gov.ukTameside Metropolitan Borough Council www.tameside.gov.ukTrafford Metropolitan Borough Council www.trafford.gov.ukWigan Metropolitan Borough Council www.wiganmbc.gov.uk

LancashireBlackburn with Darwen Borough Council www.blackburn.gov.ukBlackpool Borough Council www.blackpool.gov.ukBurnley Borough Council www.burnley.gov.ukChorley Borough Council www.chorley.gov.ukFylde Borough Council www.fylde.gov.ukHyndburn Borough Council www.hyndburnbc.gov.ukLancashire County Council www.lancashire.gov.ukLancaster City Council www.lancaster.gov.ukPendle Borough Council www.pendle.gov.ukPreston City Council www.preston.gov.ukRibble Valley Borough Council www.ribblevalley.gov.ukRossendale Borough Council www.rossendale.gov.ukSouth Ribble Borough Council www.southribble.gov.ukWest Lancashire District Council www.westlancsdc.gov.ukWyre Borough Council www.wyrebc.gov.uk

MerseysideKnowsley Metropolitan Borough Council www.knowsley.gov.ukLiverpool City Council www.liverpool.gov.ukSefton Council www.sefton.gov.ukSt Helens Metropolitan Borough Council www.sthelens.gov.ukWirral Metropolitan Borough Council www.wirral.gov.uk

Police ServicesCheshire Police www.cheshire.police.ukCumbria Constabulary www.cumbria.police.ukGreater Manchester Police www.gmp.police.ukLancashire Constabulary www.lancashire.police.ukMerseyside Police www.merseyside.police.ukNorth Wales Police www.north-wales.police.uk

Science & Innovation ParksDaresbury Science and Innovation Campus www.daresburysic.co.ukLiverpool Innovation Park www.liverpoolinnovationpark.comLiverpool Science Park www.liverpoolsciencepark.co.ukManchester Science Park www.manchestersciencepark.co.ukWest Lakes Science Park www.westlakessciencepark.co.uk

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