What support is available to me?
The Business Development Team offer advice, guidance and signposting to other support organisations that can help.
The Job Linkage Team Co-ordinates support for any staff at risk of redundancy. Support may include training needs analysis, CV writing, interview techniques, job search and benefit matching.
For further advice and information for businesses with staff at risk of redundancy you can contact the economic development team using the Contact Us details on the right of this page.
Other Assistance
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Grants for Business Investment
Variable grants to assist businesses to grow or safeguard jobs. Minimum grant £10,000 - rate of intervention and eligibility subject to business sector and type of expenditure.
Contact Business Link or further details available at:
Web: One North East
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Transitional Loan Fund
A fund designed to assist SME's experiencing liquidity issues due to the current economic climate. Administered by Entrust. £25k - £250k up to 3 years with an option of a 6 month repayment holiday.
Tel: 0191 244 4000
Email: Transitional Loan Fund
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Manufacturing Advisory Service
Manufacturing related businesses can access a free review and subsidised support.
Tel: 0191 501 8609
Web: Manufacturing Advisory Service
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Train to Gain
National service to improve the skills of employees.
Tel: 0845 600 9006
Web: Train to Gain - Business Link
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Pathfinder
Confidential business intervention to analyse the areas of concern and introduce solutions for businesses experiencing financial difficulties. The project delivers hands-on practical support including contacting main creditors to agree a repayment schedule.
Tel: 0191 244 4000
Email: Pathfinder
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ACAS
Can provide help and assistance on a range of employer / employee related issues including; disputes and mediation, contracts and hours, health and work, and redundancy. Contact Alan Gibson.
Tel: 0191 269 6051
Email: ACAS