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Illness allows paws for thought on pet project

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:30:00 GMT

A FORMER call centre worker whose entrepreneurial idea originally emerged while she was on long-term sick leave from work has taken the plunge and started her own pet care business.

Small firms warned of changes on tax

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:29:00 GMT

SMALL business owners are being advised to ensure they have their tax affairs in order before April 6 when a number of changes introduced in last year's Budget are due to come into effect.

Durham mum opens mobile beauty treatment business

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:30:00 GMT

A YOUNG mother has opened up a true family business and is bringing a bit of London glamour to a County Durham village.

Northumberland business is icing on the cake

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:29:00 GMT

A NORTHUMBERLAND woman with a passion for baking has turned up the gas and started her own business making and selling high-quality handmade cakes.

How to make the most of e-commerce

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

THE internet continues to play an important role in our everyday lives, with an increasing number of UK consumers going online to purchase goods and services.

Petition calls for freeze on National Insurance

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:30:00 GMT

NORTH East small firms are signing up to a campaign calling on the Government to freeze National Insurance rates.

Budding Middlesbrough business blooms in nick of time

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:28:00 GMT

A MOTHER and daughter have teamed up to see their plans for a florists shop blossom in time for Mothering Sunday.

Unnecessary grief could be avoided

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:00:00 GMT

WHEN a shareholder or director becomes incapacitated due to an illness or accident, a number of difficulties can arise as a result. Similar problems can occur if a shareholder dies – unless safeguards have been put in place.

Bishop Auckland personal trainers hit the road

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:35:00 GMT

A PAIR of entrepreneurial lads who were worried the recession may cost them their jobs have decided to turn their love of fitness into a business.

Transferring skills in your business

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

IN business, it is essential that you ensure your workforce possesses the right skills to drive your enterprise forward.

Reiver Recruitment opens for business in Berwick

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:30:00 GMT

DEMAND from businesses in north Northumberland has persuaded a Scottish recruitment boss to open a second branch of her company south of the Border.

Planning for a tale of the unexpected

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:00:00 GMT

WE introduced you last week to the rather tragic scenario of a businessman becoming incapacitated through illness.

The fine art of finding just the right employees

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

FINDING the right staff is can be a thorny issue for small firms to deal with. We asked three successful North East entrepreneurs for their tips.

Accountants plead for end to red tape barrier

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:30:00 GMT

BARRIERS that stop small and medium-sized business from succeeding must be removed by the next Government, according to the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT).

TV contestant opens unisex salon and clothes shop

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A HAIRDRESSING entrepreneur has combined fashion and beauty by opening what is said to be the region’s first unisex hair salon and clothes shop.

Make sure you set the right price

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

FOR small to medium-sized businesses, few decisions are more crucial than the price you charge for your product or service, because getting the price right can be vital to the success of your business.

Outside the box with high-profile speakers

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:30:00 GMT

AGEING and outer space are up for discussion at an event aiming to make the North East's small businesses put their thinking caps on.

New North Tyneside pet business is blossoming

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:29:00 GMT

A FORMER freelance florist has given flowers the brush-off in favour of looking after other people's furry friends.

Crafting whizkid wins Beatrix Potter licence

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:30:00 GMT

AN award-winning County Durham entrepreneur is going global with the help of Peter Rabbit and friends.

Arresting move for dance partners

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:27:00 GMT

A FORMER police station has become the North East's newest centre for singing and dancing after two professional dancers turned entrepreneurs decided to use their experience to teach the next generation.