Inward Investment

Promotion of Wigan Borough as a business location. Providing support to companies considering relocating to or expanding an existing business in the borough.

The Inward Investment Service is responsible for the national and international promotion of Wigan as a business location.

For those businesses investing in Wigan for the first time, existing businesses reinvesting or international investors, a dedicated Inward Investment Team will work with the customer to identify their needs and find suitable premises for them.

The team will act as a single point of contact for companies, accessing information and services on their behalf.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will you be able to help me find suitable premises?

Wigan Council operate a Property Finder Service, which is a database of all available premises within the Wigan Borough. For further information, please contact The Economic Development Team or visit our online property search at Move2Wigan (External link)

Are there any grants or incentives available to help me to relocate my business?

Unfortunately, at the moment there are no grants or incentives available. However, this may change in the future.

Where can I find out more information about Wigan as a business location?

Please visit our website Move2Wigan (External link) which has been newly designed to give you as much information as possible on Wigan as a business location and place to live.

Contact Details

Economic Development Team
E-mail ero@wigan.gov.uk
Opening Hours 8.45 am to 5.00 pm
Phone Number 01942 828990
Fax 01942 828996
Address Wigan Council, Economic Regeneration Office, Gateway House, Standishgate, Wigan, WN1 1AE
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