Business Resources
From business plans templates to expert blogs, we offer a range of tools and resources to help you develop your business.


Here to help your business
Our business tools and resources can help you start and sustain a successful venture. Documents such as our business plan and cash flow templates play an important part in understanding the feasibility of your business idea, whilst updates from our team will help you develop your business with best practice and expert insight. The resources below are just some from our library, so get in touch to learn more about other resources we offer.
Resources for start-ups and early stage businesses
Resources for established businesses
Expert guides and blogs
Lisa Murphy: Creating a COVID Safe Workplace
Read blogLaura Bowler, Pen-gage: First Time Pensions
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North East Growth Hub
The North East Growth Hub lists business support, funding and networking opportunities for SMEs and start-ups, as well as providing expert resources.
Visit siteSkills Hub
The Skills Hub lists training and support opportunities for individuals seeking to develop their skills or who want advice on how to start a business.
Visit siteHMRC
The HMRC website hosts key services for the self-employered and employers, including the self-assessment tax return portal and guidance on legal obligations.
Visit siteUN Sustainable Development Goals
The UN Sustainable Development Goals identify 17 key challenges the world faces. They offer inspiration around how your businesses can act sustainably and make a positive impact.
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Keith Whalen: “PNE’s start-up course was the best thing I could have done.”
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