Business support resources
Solent Growth Hub
The Solent Growth Hub provides a single point of access to a variety of funding and support options for businesses in the Solent area. They are also working on a long-term action plan to help local businesses get back on their feet and build resilience.
Solent Apprenticeship Hub
Southampton City Council is the lead partner for the Solent Apprenticeship Hub. This is a free, impartial service for businesses to find the right skills and apprenticeship solutions.
Visit the Solent Apprenticeship Hub website or email hello@solentapprenticeshiphub.com.
Procurement processes and becoming a supplier
Our aim is to support Southampton’s communities and businesses by ensuring our procurement processes and policies acknowledge suppliers that will bring local economic, social and environmental benefits. Find easy to use guides for buyers and suppliers.
Employment Support Team
The team specialises in supporting employers to recruit and retain employees with a disability, health condition, or those who need more support to work successfully, whilst offering a unique person-centred service including in-work support, if required. Visit the Employment Support Team webpages.
Other business support services include
