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  • Email Security Check Service – National Cyber Security Centre

    4th of July 2022

    The National Cyber Security Centre (part of GCHQ) has developed a new Email Security Check Service for businesses.

  • Great British Entrepreneur Awards

    24th of March 2022

    Entries for the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2022, run in partnership with Starling Bank, are now open!

  • International Women’s Day – Case Study: Kayleigh Bradley

    8th of March 2022

    Uniting Talent is a Recruitment Agency, founded by Hartlepool born Kayleigh Bradley.

  • International Women’s Day – Case Study: Nichola Bartram

    8th of March 2022

    Real Food Daily is a vegan and plant-based, catering, home-delivery service, run by founder Nichola Bartram.

  • International Women’s Day – Case Study: Sarah Leanne Trappe

    8th of March 2022

    Mångata Design is an interior design company which takes its inspiration from Scandi design and lifestyle.

  • International Women’s Day – Case Study: Cheryl Laycock

    8th of March 2022

    Cheryl Laycock Fitness is a newly established fitness business offering both group classes and personal training.

  • International Women's Day - Case Study: Kay Brown

    8th of March 2022

    The Story Frog is a new business, founded by teacher, Kay Brown, which supports learning for Early Years children through story-telling and play.

  • Rebel Business School

    24th of February 2022

    Whether you’re an established Business or are just considering a start-up, the Rebel Business School’s free practical course could offer you the advice you need to take your business further!

  • Applications Live: Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant Scheme

    24th of February 2022

    If your hospitality or leisure business is struggling as a result of the Omicron variant, you could be eligible for support and a grant of up to £6,000.

  • COVID Business Grants – Discretionary Additional Restrictions Grant

    24th of February 2022

    The Council has received a top up of just over £96,000, in support of Business impacted by coronavirus restrictions and the rise of the Omicron variant.

  • National Apprenticeship Week: Case Studies

    11th of February 2022

    Find out how businesses at the Hartlepool Enterprise Centre have used Apprenticeship programmes to drive business growth!

  • Pitch Perfect: Access to Finance

    11th of February 2022

    Pitch Perfect is a programme run by the Tees Valley Business Hub (TVBH) with the SME Centre of Excellence on behalf of Grow Tees Valley.

  • Fully Funded Leadership Programmes for SMEs in the Tees Valley

    11th of February 2022

    Teesside University are offering Tees Valley-based businesses two fully funded Business School leadership and management programmes.

  • Tees Valley Minority Ethnic Businesses Survey – Help Shape Local Business Support

    11th of February 2022

    If you are from a minority ethnic background and you own or lead a business in the Tees Valley, Tees Valley Business need to hear your views about business support, advice, finance and funding...

  • COVID Business Grants – Discretionary Additional Restrictions Grant

    28th of January 2022

    The Council has received a top up of just over £96,000 to support Business most severely impacted by Covid-19.

  • Applications Live: Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant Scheme

    28th of January 2022

    The Council has received additional funding to support businesses most severely impacted the rise of the Omicron variant.

  • Buy Local Tees Valley

    7th of December 2021

    Make sure you register your businesses with Buy Local Tees Valley.

  • NEVRlabs by Alice House Hospice: Teambuilding Sessions

    7th of December 2021

    NEVRlabs is a new virtual reality and gaming experience centre, based at Park Tower in Hartlepool town centre.

  • Regional Talent Engines

    7th of December 2021

    Introducing the new Regional Talent Engines programme, developed by the Royal Academy of Engineers.

  • The Tees Valley Collaborative Skills Development Partnership

    7th of December 2021

    Skills for Growth Project

  • Shop Hartlepool Christmas Window Competition

    2nd of November 2021

    This Christmas we are hosting a Christmas Window Competition for Hartlepool-based businesses.

  • Foundation for Women in Enterprise Fund

    2nd of November 2021

    The Foundation for Women in Enterprise is committed to supporting businesswomen in the North East.

  • Additional Restrictions Grant - Growth Fund

    27th of October 2021

    Grants of up to £10,000 are available to support local businesses impacted by covid-19 that are now looking to invest for growth.

  • Totally Locally National Fiver Fest

    4th of October 2021

    Hartlepool is part of the national Totally Locally Fiver Fest

  • Customer Confidence Toolkit

    18th of August 2021

    A Customer Confidence Toolkit for the reopening of businesses following the Covid-19 pandemic.

  • Email Phishing Campaign in Circulation

    18th of August 2021

    Law enforcement are currently aware of a credential harvesting email phishing campaign in circulation

  • Join the Pitch Perfect – Access to Finance Programme

    17th of August 2021

    Workshops to help prepare businesses to access finance.

  • The EU & International Trade Virtual Roadshow - 6th September

    17th of August 2021

    Join the EU & International Trade Virtual Roadshow in Hartlepool on the 6th of September

  • Teesside University launches new Skills Bootcamps

    29th of July 2021

    Delivered over 16 weeks, Teesside University are launching three Skills Bootcamps providing learners with best-in-class digital skills education.

  • My Hidden Gems campaign

    22nd of July 2021

    The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) are running a national campaign over the summer.

  • Shop Hartlepool - register your business for free

    22nd of July 2021

    Shop Hartlepool is a proud new initiative.

  • Peer Network Programme

    22nd of July 2021

    Peer Networks is a fully-funded programme through Tees Valley Business.

  • Updated working safely guidance for businesses

    22nd of July 2021

    The Government have published Working Safely guidance.

  • Tees Businesswomen Awards 2021

    16th of July 2021

    Hartlepool business women and organisations are encouraged to apply.

  • Culture Recovery Fund for Heritage

    16th of July 2021

    Emergency resource support available from the Culture Recovery Fund for Heritage.

  • Free 1-to-1 mentoring with Google

    16th of July 2021

    In Partnership with Google and Enterprise Nation, business owners can sign up to get 1-to-1 free mentoring.

  • Help to Grow programme

    8th of July 2021

    Join the Government’s new Help to Grow programme for small and medium sized businesses across the UK to learn new skills, reach new customers and boost profits.

  • Shop Hartlepool is officially launched!

    30th of June 2021

    Shop Hartlepool is officially launched - a new platform to showcase Hartlepool's amazing local businesses!

  • Hartlepool bids for cash from Government’s Levelling Up Fund

    24th of June 2021

    Hartlepool Borough Council has launched a £20 million bid to the Government’s Levelling Up Fund as part of its ambitious plans to transform the town centre.

  • Become a Kickstart employer

    24th of June 2021

    Hartlepool businesses can access new talent to grow your future workforce, fully subsidised for 6-months.

  • Skills Support for the Workforce Employer Survey

    24th of June 2021

    Hartlepool businesses are encouraged to complete the Skills for Growth Survey.

  • 2021 Hartlepool Business Awards Cancelled

    16th of June 2021

    In light of the on-going coronavirus pandemic, this year’s Hartlepool Business Awards event has had to be cancelled.

  • Hartlepool Town Deal approved

    10th of June 2021

    Hartlepool Borough Council are pleased to confirm the bid for £25 million of Government regeneration funding has been successful.

  • Shop Hartlepool!

    25th of May 2021

    Hartlepool businesses are encouraged to register with Shop Hartlepool, a new initiative to support local businesses.

  • Covid-19 Business Grant Reminder

    20th of May 2021

    The Local Restrictions Support Grant (Closed) Scheme is still open for applications.

  • The Great British Entrepreneur Award for Enterprise

    20th of May 2021

    The Great British Entrepreneur Awards are open for entries until Friday 4th June

  • Skills For Growth Programme

    20th of May 2021

    Identify skills gaps in your business and access employee training to grow your business

  • Fully-funded Creative and Cultural Sector Internships for businesses

    6th of May 2021

    Eligible Hartlepool businesses can access fully-funded internships.

  • Covid-19 Business Grants

    6th of May 2021

    Applications must be received by 31st May for The Local Restrictions Support Grant (Closed) Scheme.

  • Hire Ginger e-scooters for your business and employees

    6th of May 2021

    Ginger are offering Hartlepool businesses and their employees the ability to hire dedicated e-scooters on a monthly basis.

  • Another award for The BIS!

    5th of May 2021

    The BIS announced as winners in the Excellence in Planning for a Successful Economy category at the RTPI Awards for Planning Excellence 2021!

  • COVID air-purification scam

    29th of April 2021

    Businesses across Hartlepool are being urged to be vigilant following the identification of a scam which attempts to force the recipient to purchase unnecessary air-purification devices.

  • Tees Tech Awards 2021

    22nd of April 2021

    Tees Tech Awards 2021 – entries close 5pm 29th April

  • Skills Support for the Workforce

    22nd of April 2021

    SSW have produced an advice piece suitable for Hartlepool SMEs to read.

  • Kickstart Scheme Update

    15th of April 2021

    Employers of all sizes can now apply for funding to become a Kickstart employer.

  • DigitalCity Accelerator Programme 2021

    15th of April 2021

    DigitalCity are welcoming Hartlepool early-stage technology based SMEs to attend the Accelerator Programme.

  • Join Hartlepool's Thursday Market

    8th of April 2021

    New traders are encouraged to join the well-established weekly outdoor market.

  • Recovery Loan Scheme

    8th of April 2021

    Businesses of any size can access loans of up to £10 million, in the Recovery Loan Scheme launched by the Government.

  • Restart Grants - Applications now open

    1st of April 2021

    Businesses in the non-essential retail, hospitality and leisure sectors are now able to apply for the Government’s Restart Grant scheme.

  • Skills for Growth Programme

    25th of March 2021

    Hartlepool business support with a Skills for Growth Programme to assists Hartlepool SMEs fill any skills gaps within their team – now, or in the future.

  • SME Energy Efficiency Scheme

    25th of March 2021

    If you are interested in improving your energy efficiency and saving money please read more about the scheme.

  • Brexit Support Fund

    25th of March 2021

    A Brexit Support Fund is now open for applications, with grants of up to £2,000 available.

  • National Lockdown rule changes

    25th of March 2021

    The National Lockdown rules across England will change on Monday 29th March and 1st April.

  • Great British Entrepreneur Awards

    24th of March 2021

    Register for the Great British Entrepreneur Awards to celebrate the fantastic entrepreneurs!

  • Festival 2021 Recovery Fund

    18th of March 2021

    Access funding to support festival plans for Tees Valley businesses.

  • Tees Valley.Jobs – Advertise your jobs for free

    18th of March 2021

    Advertise your jobs for free with the new job platform for Tees Valley

  • Tees Valley Export Strategy – Share your experiences

    18th of March 2021

    Hartlepool businesses are encouraged to share thoughts and exporting experiences to help shape the strategy.

  • SME Business Toolkit for trading with EU & NI

    11th of March 2021

    Read a Government summary of actions and support for SMEs trading with the EU and NI

  • Tees Valley - Covid-19 & EU Exit Business Survey

    10th of March 2021

    A new survey launched by Tees Valley Combined Authority to help shape business support in the coming months.

  • Meet Natalie - a female business owner in Hartlepool

    8th of March 2021

    To celebrate International Women's Day 2021, read about our women business owners in Hartlepool.

  • Meet Kim - a female business owner in Hartlepool

    8th of March 2021

    To celebrate International Women's Day 2021 read about Kim's journey as a business women in Hartlepool!

  • Meet Harriet - a female business owner in Hartlepool!

    8th of March 2021

    To celebrate International Women's Day 2021, we are showcasing fantastic Hartlepool women business owners and their journey!

  • Another Award nomination for The BIS!

    4th of March 2021

    The BIS are announced as North East finalists for next month's RTPI Awards for Planning Excellence

  • Budget 2021 Announcement

    4th of March 2021

    On Wednesday 3rd March, the Chancellor of the Exchequer presented his Budget to Parliament which set out a £65 billion three-point plan.

  • Covid-19 Business Grants - 3rd March Deadline

    26th of February 2021

    Deadline to apply 3rd March 2021 for this Hartlepool business Coivd-19 grant stream

  • Roadmap out of lockdown announced

    25th of February 2021

    The Prime Minister announced to Parliament on Monday 22nd February, the Government’s roadmap to cautiously ease lockdown restrictions in England.

  • National Workplace Testing Programme

    25th of February 2021

    The programme is aimed at those without symptoms and who cannot work from home during lockdown with over 50 employees.

  • EU Business Support

    22nd of February 2021

    Hartlepool businesses are encouraged to access business support and guidance for EU Exit queries.

  • Bounce Back Loan Update

    18th of February 2021

    Pay as You Grow options announced for the Bounce Back Loan

  • SME Brexit Support Fund

    18th of February 2021

    Government recently announced a SME Brexit Support Fund for SME businesses

  • Kickstart Scheme Update

    11th of February 2021

    Employers can apply for the scheme without a minimum threshold of 30 jobs

  • Covid-19 Business Grant - Updates

    8th of February 2021

    Businesses who were not previously eligible are encouraged to check for financial support.

  • 'We're Good to Go' Industry Standard Extended

    4th of February 2021

    Visit England have extended their Covid-19 industry standard, ‘We’re Good to Go’.

  • EU Business Support

    3rd of February 2021

    Contact the EU Business Support Team for your EU exit questions

  • Let's Go Tees Valley

    3rd of February 2021

    Hartlepool businesses are encouraged to request their employees to complete a travel survey to understand people's travel behaviour and what improvements may be needed.

  • Community Covid Testing

    1st of February 2021

    Community Covid Testing has started in Hartlepool - please play your part by getting a test

  • Gigabit broadband voucher scheme

    28th of January 2021

    Rural SMEs may be eligible for up to £3,500 to install new fast connections.

  • T-Levels at Hartlepool Sixth Form College

    27th of January 2021

    T-Levels offer a great work-focused alternative to post-16 education for learners which Hartlepool businesses are encouraged to get involved with.

  • Peer Networks Programme

    19th of January 2021

    Access fully-funded programme through Tees Valley Business for 1-2-1 support

  • Hartlepool Council's Enterprise Team launch business start-up support sessions

    19th of January 2021

    1-2-1 online support sessions for Hartlepool residents interested in starting a business

  • The Small Awards

    18th of January 2021

    Are you a small business in Hartlepool? Apply for The Small Awards now

  • Enterprise Made Simple

    14th of January 2021

    Business growth training opportunities for any size organisation or team

  • Skills Support for the Workforce

    14th of January 2021

    Tees Valley SMEs access free training

  • Covid-19 Business Grants

    14th of January 2021

    Updated Covid-19 Business Support Grant details

  • Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) extension

    7th of January 2021

    The CBILS has been extended and is now open until 31st March 2021

  • National lockdown announced

    5th of January 2021

    The Prime Minister announced further restrictions to stay at home amid the Covid-19 virus.

  • Hartlepool Town Investment Plan Consultation

    18th of December 2020

    Have your say on the Town Investment Plan proposals before mid-January 2021

  • DigitalCity Accelerator Programme

    17th of December 2020

    Access mentoring, workshops and grants of up to £5,000 with DigitalCity.

  • Freeport Tees Valley

    16th of December 2020

    Share your views on the formal bid for Freeport status

  • Happy Christmas & New Year

    16th of December 2020

    Wishing all the business owners and leaders in Hartlepool a happy Christmas & New Year!

  • Covid-19 grant for Hartlepool pubs

    16th of December 2020

    Apply for the Wet-Let Pub Scheme here.

  • Hartlepool Giving Tree Award

    16th of December 2020

    Points of Light awarded to Hartlepool Giving Tree initiative

  • Peer to Peer Network programme

    10th of December 2020

    Hartlepool business owners and leaders aiming to grow and develop their business are encourage to sign up for Peer to Peer Network programme.

  • Vote for The BIS

    8th of December 2020

    Vote for The BIS at North East RIBA Awards for Best in Show!

  • EU Transition support programme

    4th of December 2020

    Is your business prepared for the end of the Brexit transition?

  • £16.5 million culture and tourism recovery programme announced

    4th of December 2020

    £16.5 million programme confirmed to help support Tees Valley’s creative and cultural sector.

  • Additional Restriction Grants

    25th of November 2020

    Hartlepool businesses are encouraged to apply for additional grants provided by the Government.

  • Major road improvements

    23rd of November 2020

    Tees Valley Combined Authority are in the consultation phase for the A689 and Darlington Northern Link Road improvements.

  • Grow Tees Valley Business Support

    20th of November 2020

    Hartlepool businesses are encouraged to apply for contact Grow Tees Valley for tailored support.

  • The BIS Planning Excellence Award Winners

    19th of November 2020

    The BIS have jointly won the RTPI's North East Planning Excellence Award 2020!

  • HSE spot checks and inspections

    18th of November 2020

    The Health & Safety Executive are carrying out spot checks and inspections during Coronavirus.

  • Hartlepool Business Mailing List

    11th of November 2020

    Join Hartlepool's business mailing list for important updates and news.

  • UK Transition

    11th of November 2020

    From 1st January 2021 there are new rules for businesses and citizens.

  • Local Restriction Support Grants

    11th of November 2020

    On Monday 9th November, Hartlepool Borough Council announced further financial support for businesses.

  • Buy Local Tees Valley re-launches for the festive season

    10th of November 2020

    The Buy Local Tees Valley website has been updated for the Christmas shopping season.

  • Business Leadership Programme

    27th of October 2020

    A new fully funded 10-week programme

  • ERDF Growth Fund

    27th of October 2020

    Up to 55% grant funding for SMEs

  • Cyber Security Guide

    20th of October 2020

    Read the small business cyber security guide

  • Cultural Sector Funding

    20th of October 2020

    Cultural Development & Innovation Fund

  • Skill Support for the Workforce programme

    9th of October 2020

    Access free training from the Skill Support for the Workforce programme

  • Business Growth Fully Funded Programmes

    2nd of October 2020

    Join Enterprise Made Simple for fully funded business growth programmes available to business owners and senior managers.

  • World's Biggest Wind Farm

    23rd of September 2020

    The North East will soon be home to the World's largest wind farm!

  • Department for International Trade Business Support

    15th of September 2020

    Meet Hartlepool's dedicated Department for International Trade Advisor for business support.

  • J&B Recycling Company of the Year Winners

    4th of September 2020

    J&B Recycling have been recently announced as Teesside's company of the year at the North East Business Awards 2020!

  • Kickstart Scheme

    3rd of September 2020

    A new Government fund to create work placements for 16 to 24 aged people on Universal Credit.

  • T-Level Industrial Placements

    18th of August 2020

    T-Levels are a new two-year qualification which equate to 3-A Levels.

  • Hartlepool Investment Plan Survey

    18th of August 2020

    As part of the Towns Fund to secure £25m of government funding, the town is required to develop a Town Investment Plan. Therefore, we would appreciate local business owners and residents to spare a few minutes to complete the survey and shape the plan.

  • Back to Business Fund Extended

    10th of August 2020

    The recently launched Back to Business fund has been extended to help businesses across even more sectors.

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