PROFESSIONAL services firms have signed up to support Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership in delivering free support to Small and Medium Enterprises which are hard-hit by the challenges of Covid-19.

CWH Accounting, Dodd and Co Accountants and Progression Solicitors have been chosen to provide guidance to affected businesses as part of CLEP’s Business Support and Advice Programme.

The enterprise partnership is able to introduce the BSAP scheme thanks to funding from the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy, making the service free to small businesses.

BSAP will provide up to three hours of advice and support, which is specifically targeted at the needs of the business.

The firms selected will address different aspects of the professional services field with Progression Solicitors, of Ulverston offering guidance on legal matters.

North Cumbria-based CWH Accounting and Dodd and Co Accountants will concentrate on areas of financial concern. Anyone interested in taking part should contact Helen Atherton on 07791804031