Local and national support
Talking Business – Business Start-Up Support Programme
Supporting pre-start, start ups and early stage micros to build a viable, sustainable business.Caerphilly Business Start-up Grant
This is a flexible grant scheme designed to help residents of Caerphilly County Borough set up a full-time business for the first time.Start Up Programme - Staffordshire
This programme helps businesses start and grow, focusing on brand development, business model design and developing your business brand.Fly High Start-Up & Enterprise grant
Start-up grants to help new businesses located within Stoke-on-Trent to start up, flourish and grow.Tools and resources
Why start a business?

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Is now a good time to start a business?
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An introduction to start-up accelerator programmes
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WATCH: The Smarta way to start a business
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Inspiration
Founders set to benefit from new £50m dedicated pre-seed fund

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Why you should start your business in a coworking space
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Challenging the confidence myth when starting a business
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Innovative programme to boost County Durham start-ups
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Events and webinars
WATCH: How do we encourage more entrepreneurship?

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WATCH: Understanding website SEO audits
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WATCH: Looking after your mental health when seeking investment
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WATCH: Get Your Business Started the Right Way
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