Start or grow your business

Helping you with the cost of doing business

Get free business advice from the council
Where to go to get funded business support and advice in Essex
Advice and support from local and national organisations
Get information, advice and support from other organisations, both in Essex and nationally
Inward investment
Find out more about doing business in Essex
International trade
Find out how to get support to expand your business into international markets.

Support for businesses in North Essex
The North Essex Economic Board is a partnership of local authorities in the area working together to drive economic growth
Hire an apprentice
Find out how to hire an apprentice and what you need to do
Apprenticeship Levy Transfer scheme
Find out how you can transfer your unused Apprenticeship Levy to support another business
Essex + Reward Scheme
Find out how the Essex + Reward scheme can help you grow your business and retain and reward loyal customers
Contact the Business Support team
For business enquiries in Essex, contact our Business Support team at Essex County Council