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Starting a new business

Starting and running a new business may seem daunting if you do not have much little commercial experience.

Even if you have a brilliant business idea, you may be unsure of how to write a business plan or launch a new product or service.  Raising money to fund your business may be hard if you have no track record.

There are many examples of successful new businesses in the Harrogate district.  With the right guidance and support, you can follow in their footsteps.

Sources of advice and support for new business

There is a wide range of one-to-one advice and support to people wanting to start a business in the Harrogate district. 

• Get advice about how to start your business
• Fit for business workshop programme
   

Finance for new business

• Find out about new business grants
• Learn about business taxes
• Information about business rates
  

Business regulations and legislation

Confused about regulations and legislation?

Learn more about:

• Food Safety for Businesses
• Health and Safety at Work
• Licences and Permits
• Trading Standards
• Food Safety
• Planning and Building Control

Need premises for your new business?

• Search our property finder database
• Information about business rates