Local and national support
National Highways
National Highways (formerly Highways England) works with the Department Transport. They operate, maintain and improve England's highways and major A roads.Apprenticeships National Insurance Contributions
What National Insurance Contributions need to be paid for apprentices?NCS - National Careers Service
The National Careers Service provides information, advice, and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training, and work opportunities.National Lottery Awards For All Scotland
Awards for All Scotland funds a wide range of community projects based in Scotland.Tools and resources
UMi Funding & Grants Finder
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To help make sure you're finding the right finance to take your business further, the UMi Funding & Grants Finder summarises the local and national support currently available to you.
An introduction to grant funding
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IT security for your business
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Support available to help North East businesses move towards Net Zero
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Inspiration
25 things that may not exist were it not for the National Lottery
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Artist David Mach has created a mural celebrating some the people, places and icons who have been supported by The National Lottery, in celebration of its 25th birthday.
National Grid team are UK’s most valuable workers
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Turning a family business into a national name
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Online tool for cancer patients goes national
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Events and webinars
WATCH: Looking after your mental health when seeking investment
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Mythbusting when starting a business
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WATCH: How do we encourage more entrepreneurship?
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WATCH: Get Your Business Started the Right Way
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