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No Deal Notices- IP and Regulations

Tuesday October 16, 2018

The Government has issued another batch of technical notices to offer guidance on preparation in event of a ‘no deal’ Brexit, this summary highlights those most likely to impact North East businesses. Jack Simpson looks at the implications for Intellectual Property and Regulations.

Six Ways to Strategise and Market Your Business Like a Pro!

Friday 12th of October 2018

Don't know where to start on a marketing plan for your business? These top tips and free planner from Chamber members Duco Digital will set you on your way.

How are computers like cars?

Thursday 4th of October 2018

Computers and cars are both are essentially tin boxes with Windows and both need regular servicing, especially when you're a small business, argue Northumberland-based Chamber members Curlew Computers.

No Deal Notices- Transport and Travel

Tuesday 2nd of October 2018

The Government's latest set of 'No Deal' Brexit guidance notices covered transport, travel, aviation and haulage. In this blog, Chamber Policy Advisor Marianne O'Sullivan summarises the key points of each of the new notices.

Measuring well-being – looking at the Tees Valley

Friday 28th of September 2018

How does the Government measure wellbeing, and what does it mean for devolved areas like the Tees Valley? Our Knowledge Development Manager Arlen Pettitt takes a look at the stats.

Refused for good reason?

Friday 31st of August 2018

Planning applications for housing are often contentious, but what happens to those which are rejected and go to appeal? Chamber Partner members Lichfields look into it and suggest how the system could change to help us make better decisions.

Keeping You Well

Tuesday 28th of August 2018

Chamber Member Clare O'Brien, a counsellor and consultant who specialises in supporting business owners and senior management, on the importance of having support and asking 'How are you?'

No Deal Notices- Trade and Funding

Thursday 23rd of August 2018

The Government has issued the first batch of technical notices to offer guidance on preparation in event of a ‘no deal’ Brexit, this summary highlights those most likely to impact North East businesses.

How does the North East compare on housing and employment?

Thursday 16th of August 2018

Official statistics often tell one story for the UK and another for North East England. Our Chamber Knowledge Development Manager Arlen Pettitt looks into recent data can tell us about the region.

10 Top Tips on Raising a Seed Round

Friday 3rd of August 2018

Blu Sky Chartered Accountants process applications for EIS and SEIS every day, in this blog they share their tips on securing investment for your business.

Online and offline marketing – why you need to combine both

Wednesday 1st of August 2018

Hate smartphones, love books? Love social media, but hate picking up the phone? Chamber members Urban River, explain the importance of mixing both online and offline marketing.