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Chester RoadThe impact of the ongoing economic situation for town centres everywhere is well publicised. The current climate is making it much harder for all businesses and especially retailers.

The Council and Stretford Town Centre Partnership are committed to trying to help businesses in the town and if, as a business, you have any suggestions about how either the Partnership or the Council can assist, then please do get in touch to discuss these so we can work together and see if they can be taken forward. Please contact 0161 912 4384 in the first instance.

Trafford Council’s website www.trafford.gov.uk/business provides information and services for businesses and also links to other useful websites that assist businesses. During this difficult period of time, business ratepayers are being encouraged to apply for business rate relief. Over 1,400 local businesses in Trafford receive help under the small business rate relief scheme. And some businesses receive a reduction in their bill of up to 50 per cent. More details of how to apply for this help, or any of the other kinds of relief available to business ratepayers can be found at www.trafford.gov.uk or by telephoning the Business Rates Section on 0161 912 2346.

A partnership of the 11 local authorities across Greater Manchester, Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen has resulted in the Ask about Business initiative which provides business information across a network of participating libraries – Trafford’s is in Altrincham Library. The project is designed to help pre-start and new businesses as well as existing businesses, inventors and business students. In addition, the specially set up website offers a host of practical information and guidance.

Business Link North West www.businesslinknw.co.uk provides free impartial business information and advice. This includes some very timely tips and guides on helping businesses beat the credit crunch, for example managing cashflow and accessing newly available grants and finance, marketing and improving business efficiency and performance.

In addition, the organisation, Business Support Solutions - www.chamber-link.co.uk also offers advice, information and resources to help businesses and works closely with the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce. You can contact them on 0845 608 3388.

The Federation of Small Businesses promotes and furthers the interests of the self-employed and small business sector.

There is also the Business Debtline, a national charity that was formed in 1991 to provide free, independent and confidential money advice. They also offer many helpful tips on money management for businesses through their website. If you would like to speak to someone direct, you can phone free on Freephone helpline number – 0800 197 6026 for confidential, impartial advice.

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