The Council's Economic Development Service provides a single point of contact for businesses in the borough and for those considering starting up and locating in Gateshead. We provide a free, fast, comprehensive response to enquiries and on-going support covering a wide range of business-related issues.
Our dedicated team can help you with:
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Finance - Expert advice and information on maximizing grants and loans.
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Premises and sites - Information on Council and privately owned vacant commercial premises and sites. We will work with you until you find the right location for your business.
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Re-location - The North East is a great place to live and work. We will develop a package of support for you and your employees.
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Contacts - Our extensive local knowledge provides you with a shortcut into the local property market, business support network and other Council services. We will help you find the support you need to make your project work.
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Recruitment - The Council helps businesses recruit from the local labour market and we will work closely with you and other partners, to ensure your needs are met. Our free recruitment service includes:
* Early discussions about your skills needs
*Access to events such as recruitment fairs to help raise your profile and attract jobseekers
* Help in finding suitable candidates
* Pre-employment training
*Customised training packages
If you have a business idea, need to expand your company or want to re-locate to Gateshead, the team will be pleased to give you impartial advice and support.
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Project North East (PNE) an independent organisation formed to help entrepreneurs across the region start up or expand small businesses.
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Tyne and Wear Development Company - can offer free confidential and independent advice on business relocation, business expansion, business clustering, and joint business ventures in Tyne and Wear.