Salford City Council
Key Competitive Attractions
Salford is currently home to more than 7,500 businesses which employ over 119,000 people.
The city is integral to the Greater Manchester economy, Salford’s economy has grown by more than 12% since 2004.
Salford’s great location, supported by excellent transport connections to major cities across the UK and Europe, makes it an ideal base for all businesses.
As of 2011 Salford is home to the BBC and ITV who reside in the pioneering new development: MediaCityUK, the UK's first purpose built media city. This is Salford's most exciting new development which looks set to put the city on the map as an area of excellence in the creative and digital industries.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
Here are some of the things we can help you with:
- starting a business
- market intelligence, location information and demographic data
- familiarisation visits
- access to finance
- business networks and events
- land and property searches
- business security assessments
- recruitment and training support
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access to knowledge networks
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Contact Details
Telephone:
+ 44 (0)161 793 2803Key Contacts:
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