BUSINESSES across the borough are being invited to take advantage of free event designed to explain the support and funding available to them.

The event, hosted by the Cheshire East Council-owned Skills and Growth Company, will cover the practical support available to firms looking to secure finance, and the Government-backed lending scheme, the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund.

After the speakers there will be a networking lunch, where there will be an opportunity to meet with a range of funding and business support specialists. 

Cllr George Hayes, chairman of the Skills and Growth Company, said: “This event offers expert insight and advice into the range of support available to businesses looking to grow. 

“Securing the right finance needed for growth can be difficult and we hope this event will help businesses to build upon their successes by showcasing the range of financial support available to them.”

The event will take place from 11.30am to 2pm on January 25, 2018, at Alderley Park Conference Centre.

Speakers will include representatives of The British Business Bank, The Skills and Growth Company’s ‘access 2 finance’ service, and successful grant applicants, who will share their experience of applying and receiving grant funding.

To book, visit skillsandgrowth.co.uk/events or call 0300 1235001.