Introduction to the Legal Requirements of Setting Up and Running a Business

Get informed about your legal responsibilities from day one.

Grow your business with our series of practical, in-person workshops, designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed. These free sessions are open to businesses based in Hull & East Yorkshire and are held at various locations across the region. Each workshop lasts between 2 to 3 hours and covers vital areas including Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance, and Business Planning.

This workshop offers a clear overview of the legal framework and compliance issues involved in running a business. From choosing the right legal structure to understanding employer responsibilities, this session will help you stay compliant and confident.


By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Choose the most suitable legal structure for your business
• Identify required insurance, licenses or qualifications
• Understand key Health & Safety obligations
• Learn what’s involved in becoming an employer
• Consider data protection and GDPR compliance
• Understand basic consumer protection, IP and trademarks
• Know what must be included on business documents, websites and marketing materials.

Looking to strengthen your business skills and knowledge? Make sure to book your place by contacting our Business Support Team on 01482 391622 or Email us at  business.support@eastriding.gov.uk

Date
30 April 2026, 5.30pm – 7.30pm

Location
Bridlington Business Centre, Bessingby Industrial Estate, Bridlington, YO16 4SF

Introduction to the Legal Requirements of Setting Up and Running a Business

Get informed about your legal responsibilities from day one.

Grow your business with our series of practical, in-person workshops, designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed. These free sessions are open to businesses based in the East Riding of Yorkshire and are held at various locations across the region. Each workshop lasts between 2 to 3 hours and covers vital areas including Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance, and Business Planning.

This workshop offers a clear overview of the legal framework and compliance issues involved in running a business. From choosing the right legal structure to understanding employer responsibilities, this session will help you stay compliant and confident.


By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Choose the most suitable legal structure for your business
• Identify required insurance, licenses or qualifications
• Understand key Health & Safety obligations
• Learn what’s involved in becoming an employer
• Consider data protection and GDPR compliance
• Understand basic consumer protection, IP and trademarks
• Know what must be included on business documents, websites and marketing materials.

Looking to strengthen your business skills and knowledge? Make sure to book your place by contacting our Business Support Team on 01482 391622 or Email us at  business.support@eastriding.gov.uk

Date
19 March 2026, 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Location
Brough Business Centre, Baffin Way, Brough, HU15 1YU

Introduction to the Legal Requirements of Setting Up and Running a Business

Get informed about your legal responsibilities from day one.

Grow your business with our series of practical, in-person workshops, designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed. These free sessions are open to businesses based in the East Riding of Yorkshire and are held at various locations across the region. Each workshop lasts between 2 to 3 hours and covers vital areas including Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance, and Business Planning.

This workshop offers a clear overview of the legal framework and compliance issues involved in running a business. From choosing the right legal structure to understanding employer responsibilities, this session will help you stay compliant and confident.


By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Choose the most suitable legal structure for your business
• Identify required insurance, licenses or qualifications
• Understand key Health & Safety obligations
• Learn what’s involved in becoming an employer
• Consider data protection and GDPR compliance
• Understand basic consumer protection, IP and trademarks
• Know what must be included on business documents, websites and marketing materials.

Looking to strengthen your business skills and knowledge? Make sure to book your place by contacting our Business Support Team on 01482 391622 or Email us at  business.support@eastriding.gov.uk

Date
4 February 2026, 9.30am – 11.30am

Location
Driffield Business Centre, Scotchburn Garth, Driffield, YO25 6EF

Introduction to the Legal Requirements of Setting Up and Running a Business

Get informed about your legal responsibilities from day one.

Grow your business with our series of practical, in-person workshops, designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed. These free sessions are open to businesses based in the East Riding of Yorkshire and are held at various locations across the region. Each workshop lasts between 2 to 3 hours and covers vital areas including Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance, and Business Planning.

This workshop offers a clear overview of the legal framework and compliance issues involved in running a business. From choosing the right legal structure to understanding employer responsibilities, this session will help you stay compliant and confident.


By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Choose the most suitable legal structure for your business
• Identify required insurance, licenses or qualifications
• Understand key Health & Safety obligations
• Learn what’s involved in becoming an employer
• Consider data protection and GDPR compliance
• Understand basic consumer protection, IP and trademarks
• Know what must be included on business documents, websites and marketing materials.

Looking to strengthen your business skills and knowledge? Make sure to book your place by contacting our Business Support Team on 01482 391622 or Email us at  business.support@eastriding.gov.uk

Date
14 January 2026, 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Location
Beverley Enterprise Centre, Beck View Road, Beverley, HU17 0JT

Introduction to the Legal Requirements of Setting Up and Running a Business

Get informed about your legal responsibilities from day one.

Grow your business with our series of practical, in-person workshops, designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed. These free sessions are open to businesses based in the East Riding of Yorkshire and are held at various locations across the region. Each workshop lasts between 2 to 3 hours and covers vital areas including Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance, and Business Planning.

This workshop offers a clear overview of the legal framework and compliance issues involved in running a business. From choosing the right legal structure to understanding employer responsibilities, this session will help you stay compliant and confident.


By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Choose the most suitable legal structure for your business
• Identify required insurance, licenses or qualifications
• Understand key Health & Safety obligations
• Learn what’s involved in becoming an employer
• Consider data protection and GDPR compliance
• Understand basic consumer protection, IP and trademarks
• Know what must be included on business documents, websites and marketing materials.

Looking to strengthen your business skills and knowledge? Make sure to book your place by contacting our Business Support Team on 01482 391622 or Email us at  business.support@eastriding.gov.uk

Date
9 December 2025, 5.30pm – 7.30pm

Location
ergo Business Centre, Bridgehead Business Park, Hessle, HU13 0GD

Introduction to the Legal Requirements of Setting Up and Running a Business

Get informed about your legal responsibilities from day one.

Grow your business with our series of practical, in-person workshops, designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed. These free sessions are open to businesses based in the East Riding of Yorkshire and are held at various locations across the region. Each workshop lasts between 2 to 3 hours and covers vital areas including Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance, and Business Planning.

This workshop offers a clear overview of the legal framework and compliance issues involved in running a business. From choosing the right legal structure to understanding employer responsibilities, this session will help you stay compliant and confident.


By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Choose the most suitable legal structure for your business
• Identify required insurance, licenses or qualifications
• Understand key Health & Safety obligations
• Learn what’s involved in becoming an employer
• Consider data protection and GDPR compliance
• Understand basic consumer protection, IP and trademarks
• Know what must be included on business documents, websites and marketing materials.

Looking to strengthen your business skills and knowledge? Make sure to book your place by contacting our Business Support Team on 01482 391622 or Email us at  business.support@eastriding.gov.uk

Date
12 November 2025, 9.30am – 11.30am

Location
RaisE Business Centre, Tom Pudding Way, Goole, DN14 6BS

Introduction to the Legal Requirements of Setting Up and Running a Business

Get informed about your legal responsibilities from day one.

Grow your business with our series of practical, in-person workshops, designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed. These free sessions are open to businesses based in the East Riding of Yorkshire and are held at various locations across the region. Each workshop lasts between 2 to 3 hours and covers vital areas including Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance, and Business Planning.

This workshop offers a clear overview of the legal framework and compliance issues involved in running a business. From choosing the right legal structure to understanding employer responsibilities, this session will help you stay compliant and confident.


By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Choose the most suitable legal structure for your business
• Identify required insurance, licenses or qualifications
• Understand key Health & Safety obligations
• Learn what’s involved in becoming an employer
• Consider data protection and GDPR compliance
• Understand basic consumer protection, IP and trademarks
• Know what must be included on business documents, websites and marketing materials.

Looking to strengthen your business skills and knowledge? Make sure to book your place by contacting our Business Support Team on 01482 391622 or Email us at  business.support@eastriding.gov.uk

Date
7 October 2025, 5.30pm – 7.30pm

Location
Bridlington Business Centre, Bessingby Industrial Estate, Bridlington, YO16 4SF

Introduction to the Legal Requirements of Setting Up and Running a Business

Get informed about your legal responsibilities from day one.

Grow your business with our series of practical, in-person workshops, designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed. These free sessions are open to businesses based in the East Riding of Yorkshire and are held at various locations across the region. Each workshop lasts between 2 to 3 hours and covers vital areas including Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance, and Business Planning.

This workshop offers a clear overview of the legal framework and compliance issues involved in running a business. From choosing the right legal structure to understanding employer responsibilities, this session will help you stay compliant and confident.


By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Choose the most suitable legal structure for your business
• Identify required insurance, licenses or qualifications
• Understand key Health & Safety obligations
• Learn what’s involved in becoming an employer
• Consider data protection and GDPR compliance
• Understand basic consumer protection, IP and trademarks
• Know what must be included on business documents, websites and marketing materials.

Looking to strengthen your business skills and knowledge? Make sure to book your place by contacting our Business Support Team on 01482 391622 or Email us at  business.support@eastriding.gov.uk

Date
4 September 2025, 9.30am – 11.30am

Location
Beverley Enterprise Centre, Beck View Road, Beverley, HU17 0JT

Introduction to the Legal Requirements of Setting Up and Running a Business

Get informed about your legal responsibilities from day one.

Grow your business with our series of practical, in-person workshops, designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed. These free sessions are open to businesses based in the East Riding of Yorkshire and are held at various locations across the region. Each workshop lasts between 2 to 3 hours and covers vital areas including Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance, and Business Planning.

This workshop offers a clear overview of the legal framework and compliance issues involved in running a business. From choosing the right legal structure to understanding employer responsibilities, this session will help you stay compliant and confident.


By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Choose the most suitable legal structure for your business
• Identify required insurance, licenses or qualifications
• Understand key Health & Safety obligations
• Learn what’s involved in becoming an employer
• Consider data protection and GDPR compliance
• Understand basic consumer protection, IP and trademarks
• Know what must be included on business documents, websites and marketing materials.

Looking to strengthen your business skills and knowledge? Make sure to book your place by contacting our Business Support Team on 01482 391622 or Email us at  business.support@eastriding.gov.uk

Date
25 June 2025, 9.30am – 11.30am

Location
RaisE Business Centre, Tom Pudding Way, Goole, DN14 6BS

Business Start Up Workshop Programme

Are you based in the Bridlington area and thinking about starting a business?  Not sure where to start and who to ask your questions to?  Then look no further.  

We are pleased to offer a series of four workshops for individuals looking to start their own business.  Presented by Yorkshire in Business, the programme of workshops will start on Monday 4th November and run weekly on a Monday evening from 5.30pm to 7.30pm, at Bridlington Business Centre.  

By registering we will allocate you a place at all four sessions.  Places are limited, so please only request a place if you can commit to all four dates.  

The dates/topics covered will be as followed: 

Monday 4th November:  Is business right for me?
Looking at why you want to start your own business; if your business idea will work; writing a business plan; how much time is available to successfully run your business; and start-up costs.  

Monday 11th November:  Legalities of running a business
Looking at an overview of business structures; licences and business insurance; protecting yourself with contracts of works and customer T&C’s; legal requirements; and taking on staff.  

Monday 18th November:  Understanding business finance
Looking at how to finance your business; financial planning; and managing finances.  

Monday 25th November:  Marketing & sales
Looking at your USP, customers and market; pricing, marketing and selling; and premises or selling online.   

Date

4th,11th,18th, 25th November 2024, 5.30pm – 7.30pm

Location
Bridlington Business Centre, Bessingby Industrial Estate, Bridlington, YO16 4SF

Event Link
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