London Borough of Newham
London Borough of Newham provides advice, support and information to startups and established firms in Newham.
Business support
London Borough of Newham provides business support, advice and signposting to startups and small firms in the borough.
Email: OurNewhamBusiness&Enterprise@newham.gov.uk
Website: https://www.newham.gov.uk/business-licensing-regulation/business-support-advice-1/1
Business premises
Newham Council lists council-owned premises available to rent. It also provides an online database of commercial premises available in the borough.
Website: https://www.newham.gov.uk/business-licensing-regulation/commercial-property-%E2%80%93-council-lettings/1
Libraries
Newham libraries are a good source of information and intelligence for startups and small business owners.
Website: https://www.newham.gov.uk/libraries-arts-culture
Trading licences
The local licensing team provides information about how to apply for various trading licences.
Email: licensing@newham.gov.uk
Website: https://www.newham.gov.uk/business-licensing-regulation/street-trading-licence/1
Business rates
London Borough of Newham is responsible for collecting business rates and dealing with any related queries.
Website: https://www.newham.gov.uk/business-licensing-regulation/business-rates-1/1
Procurement
Newham Council provides information to help business owners bid for public sector tenders.
Website: https://www.newham.gov.uk/council/procurement-%E2%80%93-buy
Emergency contacts
London Borough of Newham provides an out-of-hours service for emergencies such as:
- Collapsed or unsafe buildings.
- Emergency repairs to council-owned property.
- Extreme weather.
- Street and pavement issues such as traffic lights, streetlights and blocked drains.
