British business and B Guide - Resources and Review

Provides brief information on companies active in the UK economy. Entries are arranged alphabetically and by sector. Where available, links to company Web pages are given.
 
The main functions of Companies House are the incorporation, re
registration and striking off of companies, and the provision of company information to the public. A database of names and addresses of disqualified directors is available online, as well as details of products and services.
 
Directory of businesses in the UK. Searchable by company and trade names, products, locations, postcodes or specific keywords.
 
A directory of British companies divided into categories including boat builders, cars, china and pottery, DIY, lighting, and travel. Provides information on their governing bodies and associations, along with links to individual companies where available.
 
Information on latest rates, financial news and links to stockbrokers, investment trust managers and unit trust managers.
 
Full text of documents connected with the Government initiative to explore what contribution science, engineering and technology can make to the competitiveness of UK business. Headings includes chemicals, construction, defence and aerospace, energy, financial services, agriculture, horticulture and forestry, food and drink, health and life sciences, IT, electronics and communications, leisure and learning, manufacturing, production and business processes, marine, materials, natural resources and environment, retail and distribution, and transport.
 
Provides access to a database of UK
relevant business information, products, services, and organisations. Areas covered include corporate, finance, marketing, sales, technology, and human resources. Also houses 'BigBuzz', an interactive business magazine. Resources are arranged alphabetically, by county or region, or can be searched for directly.
 
Founded in 1965, the CBI is an independent, non
party political organisation funded entirely by its members in industry and commerce. The CBI's objective is to help create and sustain the conditions in which business in the UK can compete and prosper.
 
Information about factory emissions including details of human health hazards, chemical use profiles and data needed for safety assessments. Local areas can be selected to obtain details of pollutants released by specific factories in the UK. Also includes general information about traffic pollution, contaminated drinking water, rivers and seas, rubbish tips, exposure to and impact of pollutants.
 
Searchable database of over 80,000 new and used cars across the UK. Offers advice on buying, insurance, and finance, and highlights equivalent services in France, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, and South Africa.
 
Centre funded by the ESRC to concentrate on business process analysis and management. Provides access to BPR research and resources on industry practice.
 
Backed by the Department of Trade and Industry, TradeUK is a business directory aimed at those wanting to conduct business with British companies. Includes an events diary, news and government contact information.
 
A database of UK company information containing names, full postal addresses, and telephone numbers. Searches can be conducted by entering company name, type of business, or geographical area. Local information and an international directory are readily available along with chat and email features.
 
National postal and retail service, incorporating the Royal Mail, Parcelforce, and Post Office Counters Ltd. It is one of the UK's leading businesses and employs over 190,000 people.
 
The joint Overseas Trade Services (OTS) operation provides support to UK exporters. It has a global network dedicated to helping UK businesses compete successfully throughout the world.
 
Directory of UK businesses searchable by industry type or geographical location. Equivalent versions for Holland, Belgium, and France are also available.
 
Set of annotated links to sources of information on UK companies. Material is grouped geographically with sections for general UK, Scottish, English, and Welsh
specific listings, and also according to type of industry.
 
The largest business network in the United Kingdom.
 
Selection of annual reports which can be selected by industry category or alphabetically.
 
Directory of 1.8 million UK businesses with links to a map showing location of branches. Searches can be conducted by entering a name, product, service, town, county, or postcode.
 
Links to useful business Web sites which should be of interest to business people working in small firms in the UK. Because of the nature of this project it has a bias towards Glasgow and London.
 
A nationwide lobbying group committed to the interests of all small businesses. Information includes statistics concerning small businesses, responses to government policy and contact details.
 
Government programme launched in 1994 to improve the competitiveness of the UK economy and enhance the quality of life, by bringing together business, the science base, and government to identify and respond to emerging opportunities in markets and technologies. Publications cover agriculture and forestry, chemicals, construction, defence, energy, financial services, food and drink, health, electronics, communications, leisure and learning, manufacturing, environment, and transport.
 
Offers listings, rankings, maps, commentary and contacts to allow users to make informed business decisions by focusing on key economic indices, the investment climate and regeneration issues. Contains a summary of the annual print publication. Makes extensive use of files in Excel and PDF format.
 
UK company directory searchable by name or business category. In addition, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses can be obtained for specific individuals. Local information such as travel advice and entertainment guides is available.
 
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