FAQs
How can I get funding?
For information about how you can get funding for your business go to the Helping Business section of our website. Here you will find information on Business Link South East, which is our main contact for businesses and can be contacted on Tel: 0845 600 9 006.
What support is available for rural businesses?
Government and EU- funded support for the vital rural economy may be overlooked by some potential eligible businesses who assume the term 'Rural business' applies only to agricultural and forestry concerns. A range of assistance is available to rural businesses through Business Link in the South East or call Tel: 0845 600 9 006.
Please also see the Rural Development Programme for England funding pages.
What is SEEDA’s new role in physical development?
SEEDA is focusing investment on projects that will help businesses in the six key sectors. We are investing to create infrastructure and physical development that supports globally competitive and high growth business, within a low carbon framework, which is crucial to the prosperity of the South East. To see examples of the projects going in on across the region click here to go to the SEEDA in Action section of the site.
Where can I find facts and figures about the South East?
Facts and figures about various parts of SEEDA’s work can be found in the About the South East pages.
For financial information you may find our Annual Reports useful. Numerous other publications can be found in this section, including business surveys, the Regional Economic Strategy and information on various SEEDA projects.
Where can I find information about the South East economy?
Please view the About the South East pages and our Research and Economy reports and publications.
What is SEEDA’s strategy for making the region greener?
The key focus for us is on changing the economy from high- to low-carbon usage to help the South East become more prosperous and improve the quality of life. Click here for more information on what SEEDA is doing to achieve a Green Economy.
I am a business from outside the UK; who should I talk to about the South East?
SEEDA has many global representatives who assist with opening up international trade opportunities and work with businesses that wish to establish operations in the South East. For a full list of our representatives in Europe, the United States of America or Asia, click here.
I am interested in locating my business in, or expanding business operations to, the South East; who should I talk to?
SEEDA, in partnership with United Kingdom Trade & Investment (UKTI), offers practical help to relocate and leverage trade opportunities. Call +44 (0)1483 484 200 or visit their website to find out more information.
