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SERVICES
What we do at Selnet
Our vibrant and impactful
membership network
Specialist business start-up and growth advice and support
Securing opportunities for our members
Developing and leading partnerships
Promotion and representation at local, regional and national level
Celebrating our members with the Selnet Awards
ABOUT
Who we are
Social Enterprise Lancashire Network (Selnet) was established in 2005 by a group of Social Enterprise practitioners who recognised the support needed for voluntary & community organisations and social businesses to flourish.
Since then Selnet has evolved into an organisation with an established track record and strategic position in the North West. Due to its successful delivery of programmes and the cohesive Lancashire network Selnet is recognised as the voice of Social Enterprises within the county, representing the interests of the Lancashire social businesses at regional and national level. Bringing resources into the county to enable these businesses to grow, local communities to prosper and individuals to benefit from services and engage within their local area.
Current
Projects
Explore the following links to discover projects and services that we are currently rolling out across Lancashire.
UK Shared Prosperity fund
WorkWell in
Preston
SELNET UNDER ONE ROOF
MEMBER TRADE DIRECTORY
SPECIALIST BUSINESS ADVICE FOR SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
Skills Bootcamps
Latest News
Selnet Recruitment: Membership Officer
Selnet are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a flair for marketing and writing promotional copy, and organisational ability to undertake this key role supporting Lancashire’s network of social businesses.
Preston City Council Helps Lift The Weight Of Setting Up In Business
Budding entrepreneurs and established businesses in Preston can now access a range of business support services from Preston City Council, thanks to funding by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
Preston – The City of Enterprise
We are delivering this targeted support programme for Preston-based entrepreneurs and enterprises. The City of Enterprise is fully funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), so whether you’re turning an idea into a business, launching your first venture, or growing an established company, our team is here to help you take the next step.
Skills Bootcamps
Selnet are excited to introduce new Skills Bootcamps! This is fully funded learning and forms part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee, helping everyone gain skills for life.
Introducing WorkWell in Preston
WorkWell is a new service that is here to support people who are recently unemployed due to a health condition or disability or struggling with their job to gain and retain work.
New Business Network off to a Flying Start
Selnet are pleased to share this press release about a new initiative that is part of the Flying Start service for entrepreneurs, start-ups, new businesses and enterprises that have been running for under 3 years. Thank you to Team Community CVS for this great...
For People | For Business | For Good
Office
Brentwood House
Victoria Road, Fulwood
Preston PR2 8PS
Call
(01772) 200690
Hours
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