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Starting Business in the UK Workshops

the hive delivers new workshops in Cantonese, Ukrainian and Farsi Dari dialect.

As part of the UKSPF Levelling Up Fund, North Somerset Council are fully funding a series of Starting a Business in the UK workshops.

21st March 2024
at the Folk Hall, Portishead
• 09:30 -11:30 Ukrainian – book via Eventbrite
• 12:15 – 14:15 Cantonese – book via Eventbrite

26th March 2024
at The other Place, Meadow St, Weston-super-Mare
• 12:30 – 14:30 Farsi Dari dialect – book via Eventbrite

There will be free help and guidance from experienced business advisors supported by translators.

These workshops will cover essential topics for starting a business, including:

  • Choosing a business structure – This involves deciding whether to be a sole trader, limited company, or another type of business. Each structure has its own advantages and disadvantages, so it’s important to choose the right one.
  • Obtaining funding -The workshops will cover different options for obtaining funding, such as loans and grants.
  • Setting up a bank account – To help manage your business finances, the workshops will help you understand the process of setting up a business bank account.
  • Licensing and permissions – Depending on the business type, there may be a need to obtain licenses or permits to operate legally.
  • Other questions – The workshops will also provide an opportunity to ask any other questions about starting a business in the UK.
  • Networking with other entrepreneurs – Meeting and learning from the experiences of other attendees is a valuable skill and helps build sustainable business relationships.

North Somerset Business Advice

On various dates throughout August, one of our team will be available at locations around North Somerset for business advice. You will be able to discuss your business confidentially and ask any questions you may have.

The aim of the sessions are to create a tailor-made strategy of ongoing support for you as your business develops. Some examples of further support include:

  • Courses and workshops
  • Further 1-2-1 appointments
  • Our mentorship programme

No appointment is necessary to take advantage of our free North Somerset business advice drop-in sessions. Whether you are in the pre-start phase, have just started trading or want to grow your business – come along!

Will you be able to make it? So you can check your diary, we have the locations and dates for August listed below;

  • Mon 7th August 2023: Citizens Advice, The Sovereign, Weston-super-Mare; 0930 – 1200
  • Tues 15th August 2023: Portishead Library; 1400 – 1630
  • Thurs 17th August 2023: The Campus Library; 1400 – 1630
  • Weds 30th August 2023: Weston-super-Mare Town Hall Library; 1400 – 1630

Additionally, if none of these dates are suitable we are always happy for you to book an appointment to come and see us at the hive. If you cannot attend the hive in person, we also offer telephone and online appointments.

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