Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service
www.acas.org.uk
ACAS aim to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations. ACAS help with employment relations by supplying up-to-date information, independent advice and high quality training, and working with employers and employees to solve problems and improve performance. Whether you're an employer or an employee you can get free advice from this website or by calling the telephone helpline. Employers might also be interested in our more specialised services, including training, workplace projects, conciliation and mediation.

Carmarthenshire Manufacturing Group
www.cmg-wales.org
Carmarthenshire Manufacturing Group (CMG) is a dynamic collaboration of diverse manufacturers, geographically located within the West Wales region, united and driven towards a common goal of sustainability and overall business improvement.  Primarily targeting Small to Medium Enterprises (SME’s) however, cultivating associated membership of larger companies and organisations strengthening the knowledge base and experience available to the group.  The voluntary partnership aims to offer a mutual support infrastructure to member organisations. By means of active networking the group will provide direction, assistance and more importantly solutions to common issues.

Companies House
www.companieshouse.gov.uk
The main functions of Companies House are to incorporate and dissolve limited companies; examine and store company information delivered under the Companies Act and related legislation; and make this information available to the public.

Department for Business Innovation and Skills
www.bis.gov.uk
BIS is the voice for business across Government. The website includes the latest news along with business law, business sectors, consumer issues, employment matters, enterprise & business support, Europe, trade & export control, education, innovation, regional economic development, science and skills.

Department for Work and Pensions
www.dwp.gov.uk
Responsible for support and advice services to people of working age, employers, pensioners, families & children and disabled people. Details of benefits and services that could be available and how to apply, as well as resource centre with online guides including help for employers.

Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills (DIUS)
www.dius.gov.uk
The department brings together functions from 2 former departments - science & innovation responsibilities from the DTI, and skills, further & higher education from the DfES. The site includes information on the new department functions, policies on science, innovation, higher & further education and skills, along with reports, publications, consultations, discussions, research, analysis and useful links.

Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)
www.defra.gov.uk
DEFRA is the UK government department responsible for the environment, for food and farming, and for rural matters. DEFRA’s priorities are to secure a healthy natural environment, a sustainable, low-carbon economy, a thriving farming sector and a sustainable, healthy and secure food supply.

Envirowise
www.envirowise.gov.uk
Envirowise offers UK businesses free, independent, confidential advice and support on practical ways to increase profits, minimise waste and reduce environmental impact.

Flexible Support for Business
www.business-support-wales.gov.uk
This website contains information for businesses in Wales, including:  Starting Up; business growth, business funding, innovation, premises, international trade, environment, ICT, skills, free business training events and public sector contract tenders.

Food Standards Agency
www.food.gov.uk
Food safety watchdog providing advice on the Food Standards Act, imported food, labelling, hygiene, an online food directory and area for Wales.

Health and Safety Executive
www.hse.gov.uk
The HSE's work covers a varied range of activities; from shaping and reviewing regulations, producing research and statistics and enforcing the law.

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)
www.hmrc.gov.uk
HM Revenue & Customs is responsible for collecting the bulk of tax revenue as well as paying tax credits and child benefit. The website provides information on tax duties, starting a business, benefit, National Minimum Wage, self-assessment, National Insurance (NI), PAYE, Corporation Tax, taking on new employees, VAT, importing, exporting, excise and travel.

International Business Wales
www.ibwales.com
International Business Wales (IBW) is 100% behind ambitious businesses ready to enter global markets and have developed a suite of flexible services to support Welsh Companies.  IBW experienced advisors can help you identify and research potential overseas markets; identify and meet potential foreign partners; manage international projects; develop a bespoke export strategy; learn about the industrial, political and legal situation in your targeted country.

Jobcentre Plus
www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk
Jobcentre Plus is a government agency supporting people of working age from welfare into work, and helping employers to fill their vacancies.

Mid and West Wales Chamber of Commerce
www.mwwc.org.uk
Mid and West Wales Chamber Limited was created by the amalgamation of a long established enterprise agency (Foothold) and a County Chamber (Carmarthenshire) to meet the clear need for a regional Chamber of Commerce.  It is established with an experienced executive and a team of over 40 qualified and committed people.  Its main objective is to further the interest of the business sector in the region through strong representation and delivery of services and support to businesses.

Sell2Wales
www.sell2wales.co.uk
Sell2Wales is an initiative from the Welsh Assembly Government helping SMEs work successfully with public sector clients. Since inception, Sell2Wales has advertised over £5 billion of notices and with a growing number of public sector bodies advertising through it, tenders are more accessible. This site allows you to promote your company, contact registered public sector organisations and seek advice.

Supply2.gov.uk
www.supply2.gov.uk
Supply2.gov.uk is the official government lower-value contract opportunity portal, created specifically to provide small businesses with visibility of public sector contract opportunities typically below £100,000.  The portal aims to unite buyers and suppliers in a single location, making it easier for business and government to work together.  Supply2.gov.uk is free for public sector buyers to advertise contract notices and free for private sector suppliers to register for access to contract information.

Swansea Bay Partnership
www.swanseabaypartnership.com
Swansea Bay Partnership is made up of public sector bodies, working together to help businesses thrive long term in Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot and Swansea.  The Partnership organise annual trade missions, seminars and business events and a Regional Business Awards scheme.

UK Intellectual Property Office (UK-IPO)
www.ipo.gov.uk
Government organisation responsible for Intellectual Property (IP) in the UK. Trademarks, copyright, designs and patents with factsheets, glossaries, how to apply, benefits, legislation and searchable records of IP.