One-to-one information clinics
Free one-to-one sessions with our Information Specialists will help you find reliable research, resources and support to move your idea forward.
One-to-one support
Whether you're exploring a new business idea, writing a business plan, researching a market or looking to protect your intellectual property, our team can help you find the information and resources you need.
All discussions are confidential.
How we can help?
During your session, we can help you:
- Identify information to support your business idea or business plan
- Find reliable market, industry and competitor research
- Explore company information and business intelligence sources
- Understand the role of intellectual property in your business
- Discover organisations, networks and support services relevant to your business journey
- Learn about the specialist business databases and resources available through the Business & IP Centre.
Who is it for?
- Aspiring entrepreneurs
- Start-up founders
- Sole traders and freelancers
- Small business owners
- Anyone developing a business idea or business plan.
Workshops and events
Access our resources
To access our databases in the Business & IP Centre, you will need a free Reader Pass from our Reader Registration at the British Library in St Pancras, London.
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