Funding, advice and support

The programme offers intensive, bespoke guidance to small and medium sized businesses under 3 years old. Support available includes expert mentoring, events and workshops, grants and more.

If you’re a new business, the government has a dedicated helpline offering advice on starting and developing your business, and what to do if your business is in difficulty

If you have a new idea and you're currently receiving certain benefits, Jobcentre Plus could provide you with the support and funding you need to start your own business

Start Up Loans provide business loans, as well as advice and mentoring, to start-up businesses of up to 24 months

Grants of between £10,000 and £250,000 are available to support businesses in Leeds City Region, looking to grow and create new jobs.

If you're a small or medium sized business, or looking to start-up a new business, the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund could provide loans and equity finance of between £25,000 to £2 million to help your business realise its potential

Loans of between £500 and £150,000 are available for start-ups and existing businesses that have been turned down by high street banks