O2 X Awards is open to small businesses (1-50 employees). It includes awards for fashion, music, food & drink, and technology and innovation. The overall winner of the O2 X Entrepreneur of the Year wins £10,000. The final entry date is 1st Septmeber 2008 and the awards take place in October. See website for further details.

Information on protecting the economic welfare of consumers.

Includes all current UK legislation, with full texts dating back to 1988, and useful guidance notes.

Organic South West supports the growth of organic production and development of markets for local produce in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. It works to help build individual food and farming businesses. Its services are open to everyone and to licensees of all certification bodies. This site also contains a comprehensive directory of organic farmers and food processors in the South West region.

www.oursouthwest.com supports the strategic work of the Government Office for the South West and regional partners in moving the region towards a more sustainable future. This website offers key information & guidance towards a sustainable future for SW England. It provides details on Low Carbon South West, Low Waste South West, energy efficiency and other initiatives.