Staffordshire County Council · Awarded contract
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Start-Up Training Scheme for Staffordshire by Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce

Awarded 30 Jun 2021

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Awarded30 Jun 2021
Value£240,000.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 3y 4mo ago1y 12mo term
Awarded 30 June 2021Expired 29 June 2023

Staffordshire County Council awarded a contract to Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce for the delivery of a start-up training scheme in Staffordshire, excluding Stoke-on-Trent.

The scheme, valued at £240,000, aimed to support individuals affected by COVID-19 in establishing new businesses, with a focus on priority sectors such as digital, climate change innovation, agri-tech, manufacturing, engineering, advanced materials, professional services, hospitality, and health and care innovation.

The program included awareness sessions, masterclasses, one-to-one business advice, networking events, and ongoing support for the first 12 months of trading.

Output targets included engaging 1,000 individuals annually, enrolling 300 on the program, and assisting 200 to start new businesses.

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