London Borough of Hounslow

London Borough of Hounslow Council provides advice, support and information to startups and established firms in Hounslow.

Business support

Invest Hounslow provides information to help firms relocate to or invest in Hounslow.
Website: https://investhounslow.com

Business premises

London Borough of Hounslow lists council-owned premises available to rent or buy.
Email: asset.management@hounslow.gov.uk
Website: https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20070/business_and_licensing/1205/commercial_property

Libraries

Hounslow libraries are a good source of information and intelligence for startups and small business owners.
Website: https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/libraries

Trading licences

The local licensing team provides information about how to apply for various trading licences.
Website: https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20192/licensing

Business rates

Hounslow Council is responsible for collecting business rates and dealing with any related queries.
Tel: 020 8583 5708
Website: https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20070/business_and_licensing/1201/business_rates

Procurement

London Borough of Hounslow spends more than £160 million per annum on services, supplies and works. It provides advice and guidance to help business owners bid for public sector tenders.
Website: https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/downloads/download/185/procurement

Emergency contacts

Hounslow Council provides an out-of-hours service for emergencies such as:

• Collapsed or unsafe buildings or structures.
• Emergency repairs to council-owned property.
• Access emergencies.
• Noise nuisance.
• Street and pavement issues such as traffic lights, streetlights, signs and blocked drains.
• Traffic accidents.

Tel: 020 8583 2222
Website: https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20158/customer_services/1709/out_of_hours_emergencies

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