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Business

At the heart of the UK, the city of Wolverhampton is a vibrant centre for commerce and culture - ideal for doing business.

Through our partners we offer advice and support to existing and new businesses looking to strengthen in local, national and international markets as well as business locations in the city.

We are investing heavily in Wolverhampton's future with regeneration projects, whilst working with local business and local agencies to ensure the long term prosperity of the city.

The city is also home to the Wolverhampton City Development Company, which acts as the catalyst for growth and investment across the city.

LDV Taskforce

Information and advice is available from the LDV Taskforce to any individual, business or supplier affected by LDV Vans being placed into administration.

Business and swine flu

Advice and information is available from Business Link about preparing your business for the effects of swine flu.

Latest business news

Find out about the latest business news from companies in Wolverhampton.

Business and the recession

With our partners, we are working together to provide businesses with advice and support during the current recession.

Business rates

You can find out about business rates including how to pay, setting up a Direct Debit and checking your balance

Licences and standards

To maintain standards and enforce regulations, we issue licences to business for alcohol, entertainment and late night refreshment, gambling and gaming, taxis and a range of commercial activities.

Our trading standards and health and safety staff can help you if you are experiencing consumer problems or have concerns over food safety respectively.

Fairtrade

Our support of Fairtrade has been long standing, dating back to September 2003.

Fairtrade gives us an opportunity to be a ‘good neighbour’ to our global partners.

Contact us

For information about all aspects of business, contact us at the points below:

e-mail: city.direct@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Phone: 01902 551155
Minicom: 01902 555554
Fax: 01902 551195

 

 
   
 
 
 
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