Economic Regeneration in Staffordshire

Staffordshire District Councils - Supporting Business

Cannock Chase Council

Cannock Chase Council is committed to working with businesses to ensure the district is an attractive place to live, work, visit and invest in.

The Council's Economic Development Service assists businesses in a variety of ways, including:

Land and Premises Information
The supply of information on all available industrial and commercial land and premises via a database which is updated on a regular basis.
Business Information
The Council maintains a detailed database of local businesses, from which information can be sold to interested parties for a modest charge and produces a Business Directory which will be available for purchase by the end of 1998.
Case Officer/Aftercare
Support for indigenous businesses via a structured aftercare programme to enable difficulties encountered by local businesses to be investigated in an impartial way.

www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk

Borough of East Staffordshire

The Economic Development Service operates a number of support schemes and financial assistance for local companies.

Productivity Scheme
A package of financial support which is available to independent manufacturing and some service businesses in the Burton area who wish to improve their competitiveness.
Gateways Grant
Business on key routes into Burton can benefit from grant aid towards work to improve their sites and premises.
Job Link
Companies investing and creating new jobs can be eligible for financial assistance. Up to £2,900 per job is available to cover the costs of training and recruitment.
Property Enquiry Service
A database of all vacant industrial and commercial land and property is maintained.

www.eaststaffsbc.gov.uk

Lichfield District Council

With easy access to the motorway network, Birmingham International Airport, the NEC and the planned Birmingham Northern Relief Road motorway, Lichfield District is perfectly and centrally situated for all communications - without the congestion suffered by many other areas.

The Council's Economic Development Section provides support, guidance and information to any company considering location, relocation or investment within Lichfield District.

Information and guidance to assist with investment decision-making.
Advice on the availability of land and premises, including the regular publication of an Industrial and Commercial Property Bulletin.
Help with bidding for external funds and grant aid.
Liaison with local authority colleagues on planning and environmental issues.
Cross-referrals with other support agencies.

www.lichfield.gov.uk

Newcastle Borough Council

Several national and international companies have seen their business flourish thanks to Newcastle-under-Lyme's position in the heart of Britain and its closeness to the M6 motorway network. The completion of the A50 sees the M6 linked to the M1 thereby improving East/West and North/South communications.

Newcastle Borough Council provides advice to all businesses already located in or considering relocating to the Borough. Its main aim is to attract and encourage new and existing businesses both into the Borough and the North Staffordshire Conurbation.

The Council offers the following assistance to businesses:

Business advice
Property database service - Assistance with locating land or property within the Borough
Council owned land and property - The Council owns and manages a range of industrial units, retail and office premises which are available for lease
Planning and conservation advice
Grant locating assistance
Environmental and food safety advice
Signposting - The Council will help to locate other organisations who can assist businesses
Provision of indoor and outdoor markets

www.newcastle-staffs.gov.uk

South Staffordshire Council

Wrapped around the northern and western edges of the West Midlands Conurbation, South Staffordshire combines rural charm with excellent communications. Much of the District has full Development Area status to assist private investment and employment generation.

The Council assists businesses in a number of ways:

Premises and Land
The Council owns and manages a large number of industrial units from 500 to 4,000 sq.ft. which are available on competitive terms.
Property Register
Details of industrial and commercial land and premises available throughout the District.
Business Directory
A listing of over 500 firms in the district.
Signposting Service
If we can't help you then we probably know someone who can!
Tourism Association
The Council sponsors the South Staffordshire Tourism Association which has a membership of over 50 firms, all involved in the tourism industry.

www.sstaffs.gov.uk

Stafford Borough Council

Stafford Borough offers the ideal business environment at the heart of Staffordshire and the West Midlands. The Borough can offer you the right mix of land and premises, communications infrastructure, advice and support to help your business thrive.

The Economic Development Service provides an immediate personal service to businesses already operating or interesting in operating from Stafford Borough:

Promotion of Stafford Borough
The promotion of Stafford as a location for inward investment, through press advertisements and exhibitions.
The Select Stafford Information Pack
This contains general information on Stafford Borough economy, industrial estates, housing, leisure etc.
Information Services
Information on other council services of relevance to business.
Stafford Borough Economic Forum
The Council operate the forum which gives businesses an opportunity to comment on the Borough Council's economic development activities.

www.staffordbc.gov.uk

Staffordshire Moorlands District Council

Situated in the North East of the County, Staffordshire Moorlands is a primarily rural area. The district has a strong, diverse economic base with tourism currently the major growth sector. The Council's aim is to identify the needs of the district and use both direct provision of services and partnerships working to meet those needs.

The Council offers the following assistance to businesses:

Industrial Premises
The Council owns and manages a range of units which are available for lease.
Opportunities
A register of industrial property available for lease and purchase.
Business Directory
Listing over 200 firms in the district.
Small Business Grant
The Council has a small grant available for businesses either starting up or expanding in the area.
Signposting
If we are unable to help you then we can probably direct you to someone who can!
Tourism
The Council's tourism section provides support to business in the industry.

www.staffsmoorlands.gov.uk

Tamworth Borough Council

Strategically located within the heart of the UK and with direct access to the M42 and the rest of the motorway network, Tamworth has benefited from significant industrial and commercial development in recent years.

A comprehensive network of support services is available to meet business requirements.

Advice and information on the availability of industrial and commercial sites and premises.
Lease of Council-owned industrial units up to 4,400 sq.ft on competitive terms.
Planning guidance - on new developments, building extensions, etc.
Guidance on regulatory matters and procedures - trade, waste collection/recycling, building control, environmental protection, highways and drainage works.
Guidance on Regional Selective Assistance and other external funds.
Business seminars and workshops.
Information and guidance to assist with investment decision making.
Support of various training and development programmes, to help local employers and their workforces.

www.tamworth.gov.uk

City of Stoke-on-Trent Unitary Authority

Since gaining Unitary Authority Status Stoke-on-Trent City Council has continued to work in partnership with Staffordshire County Council in the promotion of economic development in the County taking on similar functions to the County in this field.

The City of Stoke-on-Trent has a longstanding tradition of assisting industry and commerce. Today, help and advice is offered alongside partners in the enterprise network.

www.stoke.gov.uk

Last Modified: 25/11/2005 09:44:47
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