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Starting up a new business can be a life-changing experience, one that requires determination and resilience. There are many reasons to start a new business such as following your passions, becoming financially independent, dealing with a variety of tasks and having the freedom to control your life.
If you would like help with starting a business then Hartlepool Council’s Enterprise Team are your first point of contact.
The team are able to advise on support available in the following areas:
- Types of business e.g. Limited Company, Sole Trader, Social enterprise
- Creating a Business Plan
- Finance and funding
- Accounting and book keeping
- Marketing and sales
- Social media and advertising
- Tax, legal and insurances
- Business premises
- Planning and licencing
- Staff and skills
Workforce, Skills, and Education
Hartlepool Enterprise Centre
