The 2003 Business Plan competition, organised by private investment group Ibis, is open for all start up businesses (two years and under) in the European Union (EU). Entrants must submit a business plan and the winner will receive a one million euro investment and free advice from a team of experts who will monitor the progress of the venture. Plans must be submitted in electronic format, in English, to Ibis by 2 February 2004. Applicants will be notified of the outcome by 15 March 2004. <br /> <br /> For further details, go to: <a href="http://www.ibisassoc.co.uk/ibis_business_plan_competition.htm">www.ibisassoc.co.uk/ibis_business_plan_competition.htm</a>