Starting out in business can be a tough time. So to help you get up and running, we have a full range of benefits to get you started.

When you become a new business customer, we'll give you 2 years free banking, if you have been in business for less than 12 months. We also give you the following:

* I will be your dedicated local Business Manager. I have a wealth of
knowledge and experience to provide help and guidance for your business. You will also have the opportunity to network with other businesses around the Greater Manchester Area.
* Access to one of the largest branch networks in the country.
* Option to do your banking online, over the telephone or through our
mobile banking service. All backed up by UK call centres manned 24/7
* Huge variety of products from savings, to loans, insurance and more
* Access to our added value business partners including Streamline,
Mentor and Lombard who can provide services to support, protect and grow your business
* Start up pack providing powerful business planning software and
useful business guides
* Exclusive selection of discounts and offers

Free banking means no account charges for payments into and out of and running your account (provided your account is run in credit and you do not pay out more than £1 million during a 12 month period). Free banking and opening an account is subject to status. Applies to new businesses that started trading within the past 12 months.