Business Wales is working in partnership with UK Government and Neath Port Talbot Council to provide business support for individuals, existing businesses and supply chain companies impacted by the Tata Steel transition. This includes a package of business advice and guidance to help you prepare your business case for financial support through the UK Government funded Tata Steel Transition Funds.
Business Wales is available to provide business advice and guidance to discuss the challenges you are facing and opportunities to build your resilience and access finance.
Visit the Tata Steel Transition Information Hub for full details on all the help and support for people and businesses affected by changes at Tata Steel UK. Please select the following link: Tata Steel Transition Information Hub - Neath Port Talbot Council
The Tata Steel Transition Business funds managed by Neath Port Talbot council are currently paused to new enquiries and subject to availability.
Self-employment and starting a business
If you or a family member are facing redundancy and want to start your own business or be self-employed, we’d still like to hear from you.
Whether you have a seed of an idea, already trading part time, or ready to start your own venture, Business Wales will help you access information and business advice to develop your business knowledge to help get started.
The Tata Steel Transition Employment and Skills Fund is currently open with Neath Port Talbot Council. The employability team are available to help you take the next steps on our journey.
Resilience Fund
The Business Resilience Fund is currently paused to new enquiries while applications are reviewed.
If you are experiencing a downturn in your business and would like support to develop new income streams, consider impacts on employment or explore access to alternate finance, please register with Business Wales, by calling our Helpline on 03000 6 03000. Rydym yn croesawu galwadau yn Gymraeg / We welcome calls in Welsh.
Supply Chain Fund
The Supply Chain Fund is currently paused to new enquiries while applications are reviewed.
If you are experiencing a downturn in your business and wish to develop plans to turn to new markets or customers, or explore access to alternative finance, please register with Business Wales, by calling our Helpline on 03000 6 03000. Rydym yn croesawu galwadau yn Gymraeg / We welcome calls in Welsh.
Growth Fund
The Business Growth Fund is currently paused to new enquiries while applications are reviewed.
If you are looking to expand your business through employment growth or by exploring new market opportunities, Business Wales can provide advice on your growth strategy and on accessing alternate finance. Please register with Business Wales, by calling our Helpline on 03000 6 03000. Rydym yn croesawu galwadau yn Gymraeg / We welcome calls in Welsh.