Enterprise Clubs are clubs set up and run by local businesses and partnerships for people who are out of work and are considering starting their own business or becoming self-employed.
They will complement the support offered through the New Enterprise Allowance (NEA).
Enterprise Clubs can come in all shapes and sizes, but they essentially provide a place where unemployed people who are thinking about setting up their own business can meet, share ideas and receive expert advice and support from local business people.
No two Enterprise Clubs will be the same as they should reflect the needs of the members and their community but amongst the services they might offer are: the opportunity to network with other entrepreneurs and self-employed people; financial, legal, market and business advice; office services (including internet access); and advice about benefits and in-work support.
Enterprise Clubs are completely voluntary but Jobcentre Plus will promote them to customers who are interested in self employment.