Enterprising students from Blackburn College will have a chance to put their business ideas to the test during a “business bootcamp” as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2013 (GEW).

The owner of a new Blackburn company is urging businesses to take advantage of free seminars after they helped him avoid common recruitment mistakes.

A new clothing company is dressed for success after receiving free business support to help them start up. Simon Tabaczynski set up Darwen company Arlen UK, a designer, manufacturer and supplier of protective, corporate and specialised clothing.

f you are considering starting a business in Lancashire, this September is the perfect time to do it. There are 15 free events and workshops being run by different organisations to help you access the advice, funding and support you need to get your business off the ground.