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Businesses in Stoke-on-Trent have an international reputation for creative excellence and world-class products, exporting
to every corner of the world. The city is located in the heart of the North Midlands. It is easy to get to from the UK's motorway
and railway networks, and is within an hour of three international airports.
Economic Development is high on our agenda. The city offers investors an excellent location, with business property and
land for development.
Business Support
- British Chamber of Commerce
- Business Enterprise Support
- Business Initiative
- Business Link West Midlands
- Federation of Small Businesses
- Finest - North Staffordshire Business and Professional Services Network
- Instaffs Development Agency
- Learning Skills Council
- National Federation of Enterprise Agencies
- North Staffordshire Chamber of Commece and Industry
- Southern Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Staffordshire and Black Country Innovation Centre
Government
Here are some of the main agencies working with businesses in Staffordshire:
- Advantage West Midlands
- Government Office for the West Midlands
- RENEW - Housing Market Renewal
- Valuation Office Agency
- Southern Staffordshire Partnership
Local Authorities
Here is a list of local councils who can help provide useful advice if you are looking to base your business in Staffordshire:
- Cannock Chase District Council
- East Staffordshire Borough Council
- Lichfield District Council
- Newcastle Borough Council
- South Staffordshire Council
- Stafford Borough Council
- Staffordshire County Council
- Staffordshire Moorlands District Council
- Tamworth Borough Council
Other useful links