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Welcome to the new look NBSL website.  We've been working really hard to develop the site to really reflect what we do and to let people access all of the things that are important to them when they're either setting up or developing their business.

You'll already find online application forms for our Leadership and Management and Business Mentor programmes as well as plenty of information about how we can help - and over the next few months, you'll notice new sections appearing, blogs, business articles and a new business forum where you can discuss the things that affect your business and get help from others who have been in the same situation.  If you've got any ideas for other features you'd like to see, please let us know.

NBSL (Northumberland Business Service Ltd) is an Enterprise Agency based in Northumberland, operating across the county and the North East of England.  We have just celebrated our tenth anniversary and our strength is in our team who have experience working with local, regional and national partners to build our customers a bespoke package of assistance.

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