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BIPC Citylife Business Support

BIPC Citylife Business Support is a fully funded expert support (grant-paid) from Business & IP Centre North East. Amount: Up to 12 hours of expert support, fully funded.

Amount
Up to 12 hours of expert support, fully funded
Who it's for
SMEs in North Tyneside and Northumberland (applications open there). Applications are closed in Newcastle, Gateshead and Sunderland. The 2026 round (April–December) is for new businesses in the first instance. South Tyneside's allocation was reported fully committed on 22 May 2026.
Deadline / status
Check with funder: Round runs to December 2026. Applications open in North Tyneside and Northumberland; closed in Newcastle, Gateshead and Sunderland (checked 19 October 2026).
Areas
North Tyneside, Northumberland
Categories
Growth & business advice, Marketing & website
Notes
Source is a delivery partner page. Confirm on the BIPC North East site.
Official source
https://www.hithrive.co/citylife
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FAQ

How much can I get from BIPC Citylife Business Support?

Up to 12 hours of expert support, fully funded

Who is eligible for BIPC Citylife Business Support?

SMEs in North Tyneside and Northumberland (applications open there). Applications are closed in Newcastle, Gateshead and Sunderland. The 2026 round (April–December) is for new businesses in the first instance. South Tyneside's allocation was reported fully committed on 22 May 2026.

What is the deadline for BIPC Citylife Business Support?

Check with funder. Round runs to December 2026. Applications open in North Tyneside and Northumberland; closed in Newcastle, Gateshead and Sunderland (checked 19 October 2026). Last checked 19 Oct 2026; always confirm on the official page: https://www.hithrive.co/citylife

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