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smallbusiness|europe - Organisation seeking to maximise the interests of UK small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) at the European level by strengthening the dialogue between UK SMEs and the decision-makers in Brussels.

Better Business - Resources for microbusinesses, entrepreneurs and freelancers.

Federation of Small Businesses - Protecting, promoting, and furthering the interests of the self-employed and small business sector.

Small Business Guide - SME portal sponsored by Lloyds TSB. News, information and directory.

The Institute of Business Advisers - Non-profit making institute which specialises in helping small firms. Information, branch lists and details of services on offer.

Smarterwork.Com - Service facilitating virtual teams by matching businesses with freelance contractors and offering virtual office services, a secure on-line payment platform and performance guarantees.

Business Bureau (UK) - Useful advice and information on starting up and running a small business. Articles, guides and links.

Microsoft bCentral - Miscrosoft's small business resources portal, covering technology, marketing, finance, administration and legal issues.

Growing Business Awards - An awards scheme for start up small businesses in the UK (those with between one and 500 employees).

The Small Business Community Forums - A vendor independent interactive portal dedicated exclusively to small business.

Business Gateway - Provides online advice and information on a range of issues for both start up and existing businesses.

e-Co - An SME community resource providing news, information and expert advice for UK small businesses.

Tips for a Tenner - Downloadable ebooks covering various information technology subjects, press management, marketing and exhibiting at tradeshows.

Union Of Small Businesses - Startup and business information for Small Businesses.

4SME - Online publication for small medium enterprises (SMEs) incorporating advice, discussion, information for seasoned businesspeople and startups alike.

AXA4Business - Provides news, information, advice and resources for small businesses from AXA.

Mental Health Business - Focal point for UK-based projects involved in developing entrepreneurial activities among those with mental health conditions.

ByteStart - Provides over 500 articles on how to set up a business in the UK, including startup tips, business planning help and guidance on how to set up a company.

BERR Enterprise and Small Business - Offers information on a range of services provided by the Department of Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform specifically to help small businesses.

A1 Business Forums UK - A forum and community for questions, help, advice and support for small businesses based in the UK.