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Are you a North Tyneside resident wanting to turn your idea into
self-employment?

Whether you’re just starting out or in the first 12 months of your business, our support & that of partners, is designed to give you a solid foundation and fresh perspective on the essentials to start your self-employed journey.

Fundamentals of Starting a Business

Delivered by an experienced team, our Toolkit to Starting a Business sessions cover the fundamentals of launching and managing a business.

The sessions cover: 

  • Legal Structures – the basics
  • National Insurance & Paying Tax
  • Insurance, Qualifications & Licenses
  • Sources of Finance
  • Opening a Business Bank Account
  • Premises Options
  • Market Research
  • Marketing

“The team were super friendly and helpful. Very engaging and laid out information, well written for all to grasp. I feel invigorated to start the next stage of my business idea.”

Cameron Hislop

Upcoming Toolkit to Starting a Business sessions:

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Tailored 1-2-1 Support

Enterprising North is here for local people who want to explore a business idea – or set something up for their community – no matter how early their idea might be, whether you’re thinking about a business for yourself or a social enterprise. 

You’ll get fully funded, personalised 1‑2‑1 tailored support from friendly regional advisors, practical next steps, plus access to e‑learning.  It’s all designed to help you explore what’s possible, build confidence, and move towards starting your own business in a way that feels right for you.

Finance Options

North Tyneside residents exploring self‑employment or starting a business can access a range of funding support.
 
Local options include the North Tyneside start up grant for those with barriers to self-employment delivered by North Tyneside Council and the national government‑backed Start‑Up Loans programme providing up to £25,000 personal loans along with mentoring for new entrepreneurs.

Case Study - FUEL'D

When Adam Croney opened the doors to FUEL’D, a health-focused kitchen and coffee house in North Shields, he wasn’t just serving up nutritious meals – he was serving a vision years in the making.

With a strong background in hospitality and a deep passion for food, Adam had the culinary confidence to succeed. But it was the guidance of the North East’s business support community that helped him...

Be supported, with our free 24/7 Business Toolbox – access online courses, business planning toolkits and factsheets for your start-up business
Try out the Business Toolbox

Get in touch

The best way to contact us is through our contact form.

Or alternatively, drop us an email at business@northtyneside.gov.uk or call 0191 643 6409.

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