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8th March 2021
Northumbria secures funding worth up to £1.9 million to help SMEs and graduate start-ups
Northumbria University has launched a project that offers a package of financial support and expert advice to SMEs and graduate start-ups, thanks to funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The Northumbria Enterprise and Business Support 2 (NEBS2) also includes a financial contribution to help small businesses employ up to two graduates, typically on…
5th March 2021
County Durham holiday cottages receive a funding boost
In 2018 Rachel and Craig Stockwell, their young son Tom, and Rachel’s parents, Bern and Stan, moved to a 50 acre sheep farm in County Durham, fulfilling their ambition of combining a working farm with four holiday cottages. The family welcomed their first guests in 2019 and the cottages, which are set in rolling farmland…
3rd March 2021
How the Budget impacts businesses in the North East
Read more at gov.uk Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme The government’s furlough scheme has been extended until the end of September 2021. Businesses can claim 80% of an employee’s usual salary for hours not worked, up to a maximum of £2,500 per month. Employers will be expected to pay 10% towards the hours their staff do…
2nd March 2021
Taking stock: helping older employees take control of their futures
Businesses in the North East are being encouraged to help employees who are aged 50 or over take stock of their skills, health and finances. Michelle Rainbow, Skills Director at the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), explains how providing the right range of support for employees can boost productivity and result in a healthier,…
25th February 2021
Free digital diagnostic available for limited number of small/micro businesses
COVID-19 has pushed businesses to embrace technology, transforming companies and the way we do business. We’re delighted to be piloting a new digital diagnostic, positioned specifically to support small and micro businesses (3-10 employees), helping them adopt new technologies. We have a limited number of places available. The diagnostic is free and will help businesses…
23rd February 2021
Roadmap out of lockdown for North East businesses
Government has published its ‘Roadmap out of lockdown’ which outlines the planned reopening of many businesses from 12 April 2021. Restrictions will be eased in four steps: Step 1 All children and students can return to face-to-face education in schools and colleges from 8 March. Childcare and children’s supervised activities can also resume where necessary….
11th February 2021
Investing in a sustainable future
Investing in a sustainable future through apprenticeships The Liebherr Group is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of construction machinery, employing nearly 50,000 colleagues globally. The Group’s Sunderland site is part of its maritime division, manufacturing maritime cranes for use in port environments on ships and offshore rigs. Liebherr-Sunderland Managing Director, Ralph Saelzer, explains how…
10th February 2021
Delivering apprenticeships during COVID-19
Abigail Cook joined NEL Fund Managers in 2017 as a Level 2 Administration Apprentice. On completion of her Level 2, Abigail immediately progressed to Level 4, which she successfully completed during the coronavirus pandemic. Yvonne Gale, Chief Executive Officer of NEL Fund Managers, and Abigail Cook, Investment Associate at NEL Fund Managers, discuss the impact…
9th February 2021
Rules of Origin for trading with the EU
The government has produced guidance for businesses on Rules of Origin, which determine the economic nationality of a good under a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Businesses need to know about them because the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) means they can trade with the EU without paying tariffs – but only if their product meets the relevant Rules…
3rd February 2021
Print business diversifies and reduces waste
Fantasy Prints was founded in 1992 as a shop selling personalised T-shirts. The business gradually expanded its offering as a result of customer requests for printed products including business cards and letterhead. The business grew and in 2020 it was a one-stop-shop for large format and digital printing including school wear, signage and sportswear, and…
3rd February 2021
Supporting staff wellbeing during COVID-19
A recent survey by the North East Growth Hub found a current concern for North East businesses is the effect the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is having on staff health and wellbeing. After the easing the restrictions during summer 2020 saw many businesses return to some sort of normality, the introduction of more regional and national…
3rd February 2021
Sunderland music hub expands online offering
The Bunker is a music facility in Sunderland that sits at the heart of the local community. With a 40-year history in the city, The Bunker offers music training, tuition, performance spaces, recording studios, and it also runs a small record label. People of all ages use its facilities and The Bunker is seen as…