Business Advice Blog
Fully-Funded Business Support for Rural Businesses Across the North East
HiThrive is supporting the delivery of the North East Rural Growth Programme — a fully-funded initiative helping rural businesses across Durham, Gateshead and Northumberland to grow, create new jobs, and build long-term resilience.
We've Done It Again — HiThrive Wins Business Consultancy of the Year at the My Local Awards 2026
Over the years, we've been fortunate enough to win seven industry awards, each decided by panels of judges and industry experts. We're proud of every single one. But the My Local Awards is different — and that difference means the world to us.
Sunderland Business Support Fund: Phase 3 Is Now Open — Here's What You Need to Know
If you run a small or medium-sized business in Sunderland, this one's for you. Phase 3 of the Sunderland Business Support Fund (SBSF) launched today, and it's designed to help local growing businesses access the expert support they need to improve and expand.
HiThrive's SHINE Advanced Award Revalidated for Another Two Years
HiThrive has successfully revalidated its SHINE Advanced Award, confirming our continued commitment to workplace excellence across the North East for another two years.
Great British Summer Savings: What the Chancellor’s May 2026 Statement Means for SMEs
The Chancellor’s May 2026 statement offers a mix of short-term relief and longer-term reform for SMEs.
The mileage allowance increase and fuel duty freeze should ease cost pressure straight away, especially for firms with mobile teams or transport-heavy operations. The temporary VAT cut may also create a useful summer boost for hospitality and leisure businesses.