• SBDF will advise all businesses without prejudice within the S36 postcode district.
• SBDF operates within an equal opportunities framework.
• SBDF meets data protection legal requirements. We will treat all information received in a confidential and professional manner.
• SBDF will respond to enquiries within seven working days unless agreed otherwise.
• SBDF will provide a “one stop shop” for advisory services.
• SBDF will provide a bespoke advice service independently tailored to each individual business.
• SBDF will apply the most contemporary, accurate and relevant advice available at the time.
• SBDF will provide a consistent and continuous high quality of service via our customer feedback systems.
• SBDF will adhere to their customer complaints policy should any grievances arise and take appropriate action.
• SBDF will hold regular board meetings to discuss and progress their activities to ensure that they continuously assess the quality of service provided.

Who we are - The Stocksbridge Development Forum is a unique partnership between local businesses & the UK Government. Based in the township of Stocksbridge near Sheffield, the forum is a not for profit organisation limited by guarantee.

What we do - Jointly funded by the UK government & local businesses, the SBDF supports and encourages growth in both existing and new business by offering practical help and advice. This is given by people who actually run their own business and, therefore, fully understand the problems faced by business today.

Why we are here - Part funded through the Objective One Initiative, the SBDF was formed by a group of local businesses in response to the low number of business 'start ups' being formed in the area and, in part, to the reduction in labour requirements from the area's largest single employer, Corus - formerly British Steel.

How can you contact us? - We are open during the week from 10 am until 4:00 pm (please phone to check)

Phone / Fax: (0114) 288 33 44
E-Mail: info@sbdf.org.uk