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We've got a range of programmes to help businesses right across the North East to grow and develop. Just select the region your business is based in to get started.
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"The process with NBSL was very simple and very easy, we would definitely recommend them to other businesses."Alex Ingham - MI Supplies

"The team at NBSL were fantastic to work with. They really helped us to get talking to the right people."Mark Steele - Reevu

"NBSL were so supportive, and the process of accessing funding was simple and straightforward."Jon Chadwick - Durham Distillery


Funding is provided by the European
Regional Development Fund 2014-20
Providers
If you provide business support services like marketing, business planning, human resources or financial planning find out how you could register with us to offer a grant of up to £3200 to your clients for work that you do for them.
Our Programmes
Our unique support programmes can provide help no matter what stage your business is at.
The importance of Google: Empowering business owners
Let’s face it, our experience of the internet just wouldn’t be the same without Google - we’ve made it a verb for goodness’ sake!
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How many Management Consultants does it take to change a lightbulb?
In the current economic climate, it's more important than ever for businesses to find ways to stand out, streamline their operations, and...
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Brand and Deliver
If you spend a few minutes looking online for anything to do with branding, you’ll more than likely come across this quote "Your brand is...
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Online support to improve nutrition knowledge across the farming and feed industry
Apheya Animal Nutrition based in County Durham provides advice, training and technical services in animal nutrition to farmers, feed and...
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Publishing house plans expansion into new markets - thanks to NBSL funding
Well established Durham publishing house, Riney Publishing Ltd, plans to explore new markets thanks to funding support from the North East...
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New Support Programme - Better Business Skills
With COVID-19 continuing to dominate business priorities, NBSL have announced a new skills initiative to support businesses deal with the...
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