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Business In South Lakeland

 

Revitalise Your Shop

Kendal and Ulverston are being offered FREE help with improving their high street presence and increase their sales potential.   On offer are one to one shop reviews and retail workshops.  Full details of the Revitalise Shop Scheme

Free Public Procurement Course for Businesses

The Government has launched an on-line procurement course called "Winning the Contract".  This is a FREE resource to help businesses (and in particular SMEs) learn about public procurement and how to bid for public sector contracts. 

The course can be accessed on the Business Link website


Notice of Publication of Statement of Gambling Policy

Gambling Act 2005

A revised Statement of Gambling Policy was approved by South Lakeland District Council on 10 December 2009. The policy sets out the principles to be applied by the licensing authority when exercising its functions under the Gambling Act 2005.On 23 December 2009 South Lakeland District Council published the Policy.  The revised Statement of Gambling Policy comes into force as from 29 January 2010. The published policy is now available for viewing on the council’s website (see below)  and at the Reception of South Lakeland House, Lowther Street Kendal Cumbria LA9 4UQ during normal office hours.

Notice of Publication of Statement of Principles

Published Statement of Gambling Licensing Policy


Information for Businesses Affected by Flooding

Business Link Advice Line (local rate number) - 0845 00 66 888
Lines open 24hrs a day.

The two links below may be helpful to businesses who need guidance and information; one relates to general business continuity and the other to flood damage.

Business Rate Relief

Businesses affected by the recent flooding could be entitled to a Business Rate reduction.  Business owners should contact the Local Taxation council to find out if they might qualify and how to apply by phoning 01539 797758.

Flood Recovery Grant

For information and application forms for the Flood Recovery Grant please download the forms below or ring Business Link on 0845 00 66 888 for help from an adviser.


Download Flood Recovery Grant InformationFlood Recovery Grant Information (PDF format, 36 Kb)



Download Flood Recovery Grant Application FormFlood Recovery Grant Application Form (PDF format, 122 Kb)


For Insurance Advice

See the Association of British Insurers website for advice to people who have suffered flood damage. This includes household and business insurance.


Swine flu and businesses

The Directgov website has detailed advice and guidance for employers regarding Swine Flu.

See also the Business Link website for advice.


The LEAD Programme in Cumbria

LEAD is an innovative leadership programme specifically created for owners of small businesses with up to 20 employees. The 10 month programme provides hands-on advice, expert coaching and practical support to help you tackle real-life issues, and enable you to make decisions with confidence. LEAD is being delivered across the North West by 13 providers, supported by the NWDA. The University of Cumbria is the only provider in Cumbria.

The programme will be running in five locations in Cumbria over the next three years: Workington, Carlisle, Penrith, Ambleside and Furness. LEAD requires 2-3 days commitment a month for 10 months. This is a high value course supported by the NWDA resulting in a maximum cost to your business of just £2,000. Several funding opportunities may be available to reduce this cost further, subject to meeting relevant eligibility criteria.

For full details of the programme visit the University of Cumbria website.


Free Business Advice

As part of the Kendal Regeneration Action Plan, South Lakeland District Council has joined forces with Cumbria Rural Enterprise Agency and Kendal Futures to provide free business advice and support to independent retailers.

CREA Business Advisor, Lynne Parkinson, will be available every Tuesday at 32 Market Place in Kendal.    To arrange an appointment please ring CREA Kendal Offices on 01539 726624.


Business help for a challenging economic climate
Preparing your business for challenging times ahead? Business Link offer practical help and advice to get your business in the right shape for the year ahead.   Please visit the www.businesslink.gov.uk website for details.

Highway Stewards

Cumbria Councy Council have been phasing in a number of Highway Stewards to sort minor highway issues reported to a new Highways hotline.  This service includes cleaning and repairing road signs, emergency pothole repairs and a range of other routine maintenance jobs.   Anyone can report any problems by calling the hotline number 0845 609 6609 or by emailing contact@cumbriahighways.co.uk

Contact Us

0845 050 4434
Contact Details Emergency Number
Location of South Lakeland District Council in the UK
South Lakeland House
Lowther Street
Kendal
Cumbria LA9 4UF
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