BUSINESS INFORMATION SERVICES
COMPANY REGISTRATION
Companies House
The government agency responsible for company registration in Great Britain, it also has a key role in providing information about British companies.
For all enquiries:
Companies House Contact Centre:
Tel: +44 (0) 303 123 4500
E-mail: enquiries@companies-house.gov.uk
Website: www.companies-house.gov.uk
By post:
Companies House – Cardiff
Crown Way, Maindy
Cardiff CF14 3UZ
Companies House – Edinburgh
4th Floor Edinburgh Quay 2
139 Fountainbridge
Edinburgh EH3 9FF
Companies House – London
21 Bloomsbury Street
London WC1B 3XD
CUSTOMER CONTACT CENTRE (CCA)
As the professional body for customer contact centers, CCA promotes best practice through a wide range of services and encourages participation from all organizations in the market.
Head Office CCA
20 Newton Place
Glasgow G3 7PY
Tel: +44 (0) 141 564 9010
Fax: +44 (0) 141 564 9011
E-mail: cca@cca.org.uk
Website: www.eca-global.com
MANUFACTURING ADVISORY SERVICE (MAS)
Aims to address the practical needs of British manufacturers by delivering hands-on advice and assistance from experts in a wide range of manufacturing disciplines.
MAS National Network
Tel: +44 (0) 845 658 9600
E-mail: info@mas-uk.org.uk
Website: www.mas.dti.gov.uk
THE UK PATENT OFFICES
Responsible for Intellectual Property (copyright, designs, patents and trade marks) in the UK.
Main UK Patent Office – Cardiff
Concept House
Cardiff Road
Newport,
South Wales NP10 8QQ
Tel: UK: +44 (0) 845 950 0505
Tel: International: +44 (0) 163 381 4000
Fax: +44 (0) 163 381 7777
E-mail: enquiries@ipo.gov.uk
Website: www.ipo.gov.uk
DIRECT INVESTMENT
DEPARTMENT for Business, innovation & skills
BIS helps ensure business success in an increasingly competitive world. It is the voice for business across Government.
Ministerial Correspondence Unit, BERR
1 Victoria Street
London SW1H 0ET
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7215 5000
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7215 0105
E-mail:enquiries@bis.gsi.gov.uk
Website: www.bis.gov.uk
UK TRADE & INVESTMENT
UK Trade & Investment is a UK government organization.
It helps UK companies do business abroad and helps overseas companies do business in the UK.
UK Trade & Investment
Enquiry Service
Europa Building
450 Argyle Street
Glasgow G2 8LG
Tel: +44 (0) 207 215 8000
Website: www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk
EMBASSIES AND CONSULATES
Foreign and commonwealth office
The FCO works for UK interests. Key roles include supporting British nationals overseas, promoting British business and legalising documents.
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
King Charles Street
London SW1A 2AH
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7008 1500
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US EMBASSY
London
24 Grosvenor Square
London W1A 1AE
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7499 9000
NORTHERN IRELAND
The US Consulate General
Danefort House
223 Stranmillis Road
Belfast BT9 5GR
Northern Ireland
Tel: +44 (0) 289 038 6100
SCOTLAND
The US Consulate General
3 Regent Terrace
Edinburgh EH7 5BW
Scotland
Tel: +44 (0)131 556 8315
WALES
The American Embassy Welsh Affairs Office, Cardiff
Tel: +44 (0) 292 002 6419
FINANCE
THE FINANCIAL SERVICES AUTHORITY
An independent body that regulates the financial services industry in the UK. It has been given a wide range of rule-making, investigatory and enforcement powers to promote efficient, orderly and fair markets.
The Financial Services Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London E14 5HS
Tel: +44 7066 1000
Fax: +44 20 7066 1099
Website: www.fsa.gov.uk
IMMIGRATION
IMMIGRATION ADVISORY SERVICE
The Immigration Advisory Service is the UK’s largest charity, providing confidential advice and representation in immigration, asylum and nationality law. These services are free to people who are eligible.
Immigration Advisory Service
3rd Floor, County House
190 Great Dover Street
London SE1 4YB
Tel: +44 (0) 207 967 1200
Fax: +44 (0) 207 378 0665
E-mail: advice@iasuk.org
Website: www.iasuk.org
UKVISAS
UKvisas works closely with the Immigration and Nationality Directorate of the Home Office, the government department responsible for immigration policy.
UKvisas
Lunar House, 40 Wellesley Road
Croydon CR9 2BY
Tel: +44 (0) 870 336 9240
Fax: +44 (0) 207 008 8359/3761
Website: www.ukvisas.gov.uk
INTERNAL AFFAIRS
HOME OFFICE
The Home Office works to build a safe, just and tolerant society and to ensure that the protection and security of the public is maintained.
Home Office
Public Enquiry Team
2 Marsham Street
London SW1 4DF
Telephone: +44 (0) 207 035 4848
Fax: +44 (0) 207 035 4745
E-mail: public.enquiries@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk
Website: www.homeoffice.gov.uk
LEGAL
THE LAW SOCIETY OF ENGLAND AND WALES
The Law Society is the regulatory and representative body for solicitors in England and Wales. It regulates and sets standards for solicitors as well as influencing law reform.
The Law Society
Tel: +44 (0) 207 242 1222
Website: www.lawsociety.org.uk
PUBLIC SECTOR
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA & SPORT
Its aim is to improve the quality of life for all through cultural and sporting activities, to support the pursuit of excellence and to champion the tourism, creative and leisure industries.
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
2-4 Cockspur Street
London SW1Y 5DH
Tel: +44 (0) 207 211 6200
E-mail: enquiries@culture.gov.uk
Website: www.culture.gov.uk
Department for energy and climate change (DECC)
DECC was created in October 2008, bringing together energy policy with climate change. It aims to tackle the challenges to our environment, our economy, and the security of our energy supplies.
DECC
3 Whitehall Place
London
SW1A 2HD
Tel: +44 (0)300 060 4000
E-mail: enquiries@decc.gsi.gov.uk
Website: www.decc.gov.uk
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS (DEFRA)
Defra deals with environmental risks and makes the most of the opportunities to secure a sustainable society and a healthy environment.
DEFRA
Information Resource Centre
Lower Ground Floor, Ergon House
c/o Nobel House, 17 Smith Square
London SW1P 3JR
Tel: +44 (0) 845 933 5577
Tel: (international): +44 (0) 20 7238 6951
E-mail: helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Website: www.defra.gov.uk
REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCIES
EAST OF ENGLAND
The East of England leads the UK in commercial R&D investment and is home to Europe’s most productive and innovative Biotech and Technology clusters.
EEDA Invest
4 Bishop’s Square
Business Park
Hatfield
Herts AL10 9NE
Tel: +44 (0) 170 739 8399
Website: www.eedainvest.org.uk
LONDON
Think London is London’s official foreign direct investment agency. It is a not-for-profit privatepublic partnership and expert on doing business in the capital. It provides free, confidential and comprehensive advice to help international business locate and expand in London, helping them set up, succeed and grow..
Think London
Level 35, 25 Canada Square
Canary Wharf
London E14 5LB
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7718 5400
E-mail: info@thinklondon.com
Website: www.thinklondon.com
The MIDLANDS
The East Midlands
England’s fourth largest region and situated right at the centre of the country, it includes the counties of Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire and Rutland.
The East Midlands Development Agency
Apex Court
City Link
Nottingham NG2 4LA
Tel: +44 (0) 115 988 8300
E-mail: nicolakidd@emda.org.uk
Website: www.emda.org.uk
The West Midlands
The West Midlands comprises the counties
of Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire and
Worcestershire; the unitary authorities of
Herefordshire, Stoke-on-Trent and Telford and
Wrekin; and the seven metropolitan districts of
Birmingham, Coventry, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull,
Walsall and Wolverhampton.
Advantage West Midlands
3 Priestley Wharf
Holt Street
Aston Science Park
Birmingham B7 4BN
Tel: +44 (0) 121 380 3500
E-mail: richardbutler@advantagewm.co.uk
Website: www.advantagewm.co.uk
NORTH EAST OF ENGLAND
One NorthEast
The agency’s vision is a vibrant, self reliant,
ambitious and outward looking region promoting the benefits of living, working and doing business here. It covers Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, County Durham and Tees Valley.
One North East
Stella House, Goldcrest Way
Newburn Riverside
Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 8NY
Tel: +44 (0) 191 229 6200
E-mail: enquiries@onenortheast.co.uk
Website: www.onenortheast.co.uk
NORTH of ENGLAND
North of England Inward Investment Agency
A UK government sponsored agency that represents two regional development Agencies in North England: Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) and One NorthEast (ONE). It helps North American companies expand their businesses by tapping into the opportunities, innovation, talent and affordability that the North England business environment offers. It has five offices located throughout the US and Canada
North of England Inward Investment Agency
3455 Peachtree Road NE
5th Floor
Atlanta, GA 30326
Tel: 404 995 7083
E-mail: atlanta@northengland.com
Website: www.northengland.com
NORTH WEST OF ENGLAND
Northwest Regional Development Agency
The Agency is responsible for the sustainable economic development and regeneration of England’s North West. It supports business growth and encourages investment, and creates the conditions for economic growth. It covers Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Cumbria,
Lancashire and Merseyside.
Northwest Regional Development Agency
Renaissance House
PO Box 37
Centre Park
Warrington
Cheshire WA1 1XB
Tel: +44 (0) 192 540 0100
E-mail: info@nwda.co.uk
Website: www.nwda.co.uk
NORTHERN IRELAND
Invest Northern Ireland
Its role is to transform Northern Ireland into a high-growth economy driven by innovation and enterprise. It aims to grow the economy by helping new and existing businesses to compete internationally and by attracting new investment.
Invest Northern Ireland
Bedford Square
Bedford Street
Belfast
Northern Ireland, BT2 7ES
Tel: +44 (0) 289 023 9090
E-mail: info@investni.com
Website: www.investni.com
SCOTLAND
Scottish Development International
Scottish Development International helps businesses to invest in Scotland and take advantage of all the country has to offer. It helps businesses looking for opportunities and collaboration, with a strong focus on research and development.
Scottish Development International
Enquiry Desk
Atlantic Quay
150 Broomielaw
Glasgow G2 8LU
Scotland
Tel: +44 (0) 141 228 2828
E-mail: investment@scotent.co.uk
Website: www.sdi.org.uk
SOUTH EAST OF ENGLAND
South East England Development Agency (SEEDA)
As the Regional Development Agency for the South East, it is responsible for the sustainable economic development and regeneration of the South East of England – the driving force of the UK’s economy. It covers Brighton and Hove, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Kent, Milton Keynes, Oxfordshire, Surrey, Thames Valley and West Sussex.
SEEDA
Cross Lanes
Guildford
Surrey GU1 1YA
Tel: +44 (0) 148 348 4200
E-mail: seeda@seeda.co.uk
Website: www.seeda.co.uk
SOUTH WEST OF ENGLAND
South West of England Regional Development Agency
The agency’s goal is to improve the economy of South West England, giving people the skills they need, encouraging enterprise and improving communications. It also promotes the strengths of the region and helps people to regenerate their communities. Regions covered: Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset, and Wiltshire.
South West of England Regional Development Agency
Sterling House
Dix’s Field
Exeter
Devon EX1 1QA
Tel: +44 (0) 139 221 4747
E-mail: enquiries@southwestrda.org.uk
Website: www.southwestrda.org.uk
WALES
International Business Wales is committed to helping companies prosper in Wales, and encourages strong, innovative and competitive business – essential for the Welsh economy.
International Business Wales
Welsh Assembly Government
Plas Glyndwr
Kingsway
Cardiff CF10 3AH
Tel: +44 (0) 845 010 330
Wedsite: www.ibwales.com
YORKSHIRE & THE HUMBER
Yorkshire Forward
Yorkshire Forward is behind the economic regeneration of the Yorkshire and Humber region. Its aims include supporting people, helping businesses and improving places, taking a long-term approach to assuring business success and a high quality of life, whilst protecting our environment. It covers North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and The Humber.
Yorkshire Forward
Victoria House
2 Victoria Place
Leeds LS11 5AE
Tel: +44 (0) 113 394 9600
E-mail: info@yorkshire-forward.com
Website: www.yorkshire-forward.com
TAXATION
HM TREASURY
The Treasury is the department responsible for formulating and putting into effect the UK government’s financial and economic policy. The Treasury’s overall aim is to raise the rate of sustainable growth and achieve rising prosperity and a better quality of life, with economic and employment opportunities for all.
HM Treasury
The Correspondence & Enquiries Unit
2/S2
HM Treasury
1 Horse Guards Road
London SW1A 2HQ
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7270 4558
Website: www.hm-treasury.gov.uk
HM REVENUE & CUSTOMS
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) was formed in 2005, following the merger of Inland Revenue and HM Customs and Excise Departments. HMRC is responsible for collecting the bulk of tax revenue, as well as paying Tax Credits and Child Benefits, and strengthening the UK’s frontiers.
HMRC
National Advice Service
Written Enquiries Section
Southend on Sea
Alexander House
Victoria Avenue
Southend
Essex SS99 1BD
Tel (UK): +44 (0) 845 010 9000
Tel (outside UK): +44 (0) 292 050 1261
E-mail: enquiries.estn@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk.
Website: www.hmrc.gov.uk
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