Business advice

Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP Business)

OxLEP Business provides free support and advice for businesses and start-ups in Oxfordshire.

Learn more at the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP Business) website.

Ethnic Minority Business Services

The Ethnic Minority Business Services offer specialised advice in areas like business start-up, IT, sewing, and basic literacy and numeracy. The service aims to improve access to the labour market.

Find out more at the Ethnic Minority Business Services website.

Aspire Enterprise Development Programme

The Aspire Enterprise Development Programme provides intensive, specialised support for those facing barriers to self-employment. Launched in May 2019, it's ideal for anyone interested in starting their own business.

Learn more at the Aspire Enterprise Development Programme website.

Starting your business in Oxford

If you're thinking about starting a new business in Oxford, our Economic Development Team can connect you with local business advisors offering free advice. If this is of interest, please do get in touch.