Business Resources.

Developing your business idea into a viable product or service is a critical part of building a business.

This guide will help you identify appropriate resources to help you decide whether you should take the plunge and set up the business. It also offers hints and tips and asks why you might opt to run your own business.

Inland Revenue Guide to Starting a Business A website aimed at helping you understand some of the many things you need to think about when you're running a business, especially the main tax and National Insurance issues.

Job Centre Business Start Up Service A business start up service for those interested in self employment.

Competitive Newcastle Business Services The Economic Development Division can offer a range of advice and assistance to start up and expanding small businesses in Newcastle. The Enterprise Support Team works closely with the business community

TEDCO Business Services An organisation who exist to support the creation of jobs and wealth through the development of new and existing businesses in South Tyneside.

UK Online The easy way to government information and services on-line.

Companies House Business Registrations & the provision of company information.

The Small Business Service The Small Business Service (SBS) is an agency of the Department of Trade and Industry. There vision - the UK to be the best place in the world to start and grow a business.

North East Innovation Centre NEIC is a practical technology resource for Industry, providing a range of services to both companies and individuals. The company specialises in the evaluation, design, development and manufacture of new product and process solutions

The UK Patent Office Information on patents and trade marks.

National Statistics Online National Statistics Online – home of official UK statistics. Britain's economy, population and society at national and local level. Summaries and detailed data releases are published free of charge.

One North East One NorthEast is the Regional Development Agency (RDA) covering the North East region of England, comprising Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, County Durham and Tees Valley.

NE Life Portal Website n-e-life.com is the North East Regional Portal and its chief aim is to provide an interactive, supportive online arena for the people and the businesses in the North East.

Working from Home Promoting a network of companies and organisations with an interest in new ways of working and associated issues.

Homeworking.Com This site is for anyone wanting to work at home and anyone already working at home. You will find lots to get you started, help you find work at home and avoid scams.

European Teleworking Organisation European Teleworking Organisation is the International resource for teleworking, telecommuting, and related topics.

View business list Search 4 Business include a database of both local and national companies, many of which will prove of interest to the business community. The contents of these pages will be updated on a regular basis so please remember to call back.