West Midlands Regional Development Agency - works with a range of public sector partners, voluntary and community organisations and the private sector, to develop strategies and support projects that will help transform the economy.

National advice service, providing straightforward business information and access to a wide network of business support. Run by DTI Small Business Service. East Midlands Business Link & West Midlands Business Link.   Contact

Phone:

EM 0845 058 6644, WM 0845 113 1234

Aims to protect and improve the quality of life for all those living and working in the communities of Staffordshire, especially in rural areas.   Contact

Phone:	01785 242 525
Email:	andy@staffs.org.uk
Address:	Friars Mill, Friars Terrace, Stafford

Delivers a wide range of services across Derbyshire to both its members and the wider business community, and to individuals seeking to gain employment through learning.

A-Z details of all DCC services - highways, police, education, etc.   Contact

Phone:	08 456 058 058
Email:	call.centre@derbyshire.gov.uk
Address:	County Hall, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3AG

Identifies gaps in service provision and works with groups to develop new and innovative services to meet these needs.

A guide to DDDC services and activities for people living and working in the area and for those visiting.   Contact

Phone:	01629 761 100
Email:	enquiries@derbyshiredales.gov.uk
Address:	Town Hall, Bank Rd, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3NN

Brings together public, private and third sectors to facilitate an effective and co-ordinated approach to economic development across Derbyshire.   Contact

Phone:	01773 514 970
Email:	enquiries@derbyshireeconomicpartnership.org.uk
Address:	PO Box 6512, Town Hall, Market Place, Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 3YS

1 of 9 Regional Development Agencies in England, set up by Government in April 1999 to bring a regional focus to economic development.

Full details of all ESBC services   Contact

Phone:	01283 508 000
Email:	Council.Link@eaststaffsbc.gov.uk
Address:	East Staffordshire Borough Council, Town Hall, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire. DE14 2EB

Public body for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales. Can provide grants and technical support.

Details of all HPBC services and strategies: housing, planning, environment, economic development, waste, parks, etc.   Contact

Phone:	0845 129 7777
Email:	customer-services@highpeak.gov.uk
Address:	Buxton Town Hall, Market Place, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6EL

A programme to help new and existing small & medium sized businesses, social enterprises, voluntary & community sector that enhance the special environment of the Peak District.   Contact

Phone:	01629 816 200
Email:	customer.service@peakdistrict.gov.uk
Address:	Aldern House, Baslow Road, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1AE

An affiliation of agencies, organisations and stakeholders drawn from the public, private, voluntary and community sectors based in or active within the Staffordshire Moorlands.

Represents the farmers and growers of England and Wales, promoting successful and socially responsible agriculture and horticulture and the long term viability of rural communities.

Natural England brings together English Nature, the Countryside Agency and the Rural Development Service to conserve and enhance the natural environment.   Contact

Phone:	01629 816 640
Email:	peak.derbys@naturalengland.org.uk

Working to make the Peak District a special welcoming environment with vibrant communities and a thriving economy.   Contact

Phone:	01629 816 200
Email:	customer.service@peakdistrict.gov.uk
Address:	Aldern House, Baslow Road, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1AE

A partnership of organisations working together to support and enhance voluntary and community action in the Derbyshire Dales and the High Peak.

An independent county-wide organisation supporting people in rural communities, villages and market towns. DRCC is part of Action with Rural Communities in Rural England (ACRE).   Contact

Phone:	01629 824 797
Email:	drcc@derbysrcc.org.uk
Address:	Church Street, Wirksworth, Derbyshire DE4 4EY

Responsible for all major public services in Staffordshire - aiming to make the county an even better place to live, work, visit and invest.   Contact

Phone:	01785 223 121
Address:	St Chad's Place, Stafford, Staffordshire ST16 2LR

Leek-based umbrella organisation that looks after the needs of the local voluntary and community sector in Staffordshire Moorlands, running a wide variety of services for both groups and individuals.   Contact

Phone:	01538 381 356
Email:	leek@smcvs.co.uk
Address:	Bank House, 20 St Edward Street, Leek, Staffordshire ST13 5DS

A guide to SMDC services and activities for people living and working in the area and for those visiting.   Contact

Phone:	01538 483 483
Email:	customer.services@staffsmoorlands.gov.uk
Address:	Moorlands House, Stockwell Street, Leek, Staffs ST13 6HQ