Links
We have listed a selection of links which we feel you may find useful, if you have a link you would like to suggest, please feel free to contact us.
DIDA
Website: www.dida.co.uk
The Development Agency for the district of Derwentside, DIDA provide advice and support to residents planning to start a business and businesses which are already trading in the district.
CDC
Website: www.cdcbp.org.uk
CDC, which has premises in both Durham City and Chester-le-Street, continues to provide expert advice to new and existing businesses in the area. Offering a combination of training, one to one support and consultancy the Agency is able to draw on a massive amount of collective knowledge and experience to ensure that all clients get the service they need.
EDBS
Website: www.edbs.co.uk
EDBS offer business support and advice to those wanting to start a business, seek marketing advice or develop their existing business in the District of Easington and work closely with their clients in order to achieve their business aims.
The Enterprise Agency
Website: www.theenterpriseagency.co.uk
The Enterprise Agency for Wear Valley and Teesdale are local Business Advisors who prove genuine hands-on support, advice, training and specialist knowledge to help people in their area to start or grow their own businesses.
Business Link Northeast
Website: www.businesslinknortheast.co.uk
Business Link is a government funded service available to help start and grow your business.
HM Revenue & Customs
Website: www.hmrc.gov.uk
HMRC can offer advice and guidance on taxation and benefits, how to register and who to inform when you're starting up in business.
SFEDI
Website: www.sfedi.co.uk
SFEDI is a Government recognised UK Standards Setting Body for Business Support and Business Enterprise. Run by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, SFEDI researches leading practice, sets standards, principles and guidelines.
Five Lamps
Website: www.fivelamps.org.uk/index.php
The Five Lamps Organisation is one of the largest community led social and economic regeneration businesses in the North East of England. Based in Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, we operate from four main premises including a purpose built youth centre, and a range of outreach facilities.




