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Getting started

Thinking about starting a new creative group? Or have you already started and find that you need some help and guidance as things start to grow? Below you'll find tips on how to do things right in the early stages.

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Incorporation and company law

Incorporation and company law

This briefing details the Companies Act 2006, designed to simplify and update the process of setting up and running a company Read more

Published: 7th August, 2018

Updated: 22nd October, 2018

Author: Vicki Arogundade

Social Enterprise

Social Enterprise

A basic introduction to the concept of social enterprise, offering examples of how it can work for you Read more

Published: 6th August, 2018

Updated: 13th June, 2019

Author: Vicki Arogundade

Events Checklist - disability and access

Events Checklist - disability and access

Practical guidance to help you plan, publicise and run an accessible event Read more

Published: 23rd March, 2017

Updated: 14th November, 2017

Author: Cassandra Barron

Finding a venue - some new ideas

Finding a venue - some new ideas

Guidance on finding a new venue for your creative activities. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 13th January, 2022

Author: Cassandra Barron

Getting charitable status

Getting charitable status

How your organisation can become a registered charity Read more

Published: 18th November, 2016

Updated: 19th July, 2022

Author: Damien McGlynn

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