Wetherly and Otter: The Business Environment 
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British Chambers of Commerce:
www.chamberonline.co.uk
The British Chambers of Commerce comprise nationally a network of quality-accredited Chambers of Commerce, all uniquely positioned at the heart of every business community in the UK.
Confederation of British Industry:
www.cbi.org.uk
The CBI is a vital source of expert advice and information, and a forum for the generation of ideas, best practice exchange and high-powered networking.
Federation of Small Businesses:
www.fsb.org.uk
The FSB is the largest campaigning pressure group promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms.
Forum of Private Business:
www.fpb.co.uk
The FPB helps its members cope with day-to-day problems by influencing laws and policies affecting businesses and supporting their profitability.
Institute of Directors:
www.iod.com
As a worldwide association of members, the Institute of Directors (IoD) provides a network that reaches into every corner of the business community.
National Federation of Enterprise Agencies:
www.nfea.com
The NFEA is a network of independent, but not for profit, Local Enterprise Agencies committed to responding to the needs of small and growing businesses by providing an appropriate range of quality services, particular, but not exclusively, targeting pre-start, start-up and micro businesses and assisting in building their ability to survive, to sustain themselves and to grow.
Small Business Bureau:
www.smallbusinessbureau.org.uk
The Small Business Bureau works closely with Opinion Formers in the UK and Europe in pressing for change where change is necessary.
Business Link:
www.businesslink.org
Business Link is the national business advice service.
Chambers of Commerce:
www.chamberonline.co.uk
Chambers of Commerce is a useful contact to provide information on conferences, exhibitions, registers, publications, training and legal advice.
Companies House:
www.companies-house.gov.uk
Companies House is the government agency responsible for company registration in Great Britain.
Department of Trade and Industry:
www.dti.gov.uk
The Department of Trade and Industry works with a wide range of individuals, groups and organizations, to increase UK productivity and competitiveness.
Department for Work and Pensions:
www.dwp.gov.uk
This site offers help for unemployed people including support for self-employment.
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