Business Support
Welcome to the Business Support section of the site. Here you will find a wealth of information regarding starting and growing a business successfully. For instance, learn of the support and advice, along with details of financial assistance in the form of grants and loans available in Hartlepool. Details of the various forms of business premises on offer in Hartlepool, such as start-up managed workspace, workshops, industrial units, retail outlets and quality office accommodation also feature in this section.
The availability of premises can be checked through our online property database. If you are thinking of making alterations to your premises or thinking of trading from home, details of your obligations are also available.
Also, basic information on business rates, health & safety and supplying the council with goods and/or services. A direct link to the Council's procurement section, containing documents including a list of contracts and a guide for suppliers and contractors is also provided, along with a link to the North Eastern Purchasing Organisation (NEPO). You can also access the Council's Trading Standards site from here too.
