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SUMMARY:South Tyneside Pledge Procurement event 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Jarrow Focus to discuss Procurement\, Social Value\, the Pledge commitments to supporting local and connect with other members. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this year’s South Tyneside Pledge Procurement Event\, bringing together procurement professionals\, local businesses\, charities and partners from across the region. \n\n\n\nWe’ll hear from South Tyneside Council’s Procurement Team and colleagues from the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority\, who will share valuable insights into procurement processes\, upcoming opportunities and how organisations can engage more effectively with public sector procurement. \n\n\n\nThe event will also feature a panel discussion with members of the South Tyneside Pledge Steering Group\, offering practical insights into their own procurement approaches\, how they support local suppliers through their business ecosystems\, and the role that social value plays within their organisations. This will be an excellent opportunity to hear directly from employers who are committed to keeping spending local and creating positive outcomes for South Tyneside communities. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to better understand procurement processes\, learn more about social value\, explore opportunities to work with other Pledge organisations\, or find out about some of the fantastic projects taking place across South Tyneside\, this event is not to be missed. \n\n\n\nExhibition Opportunities\n\n\n\nWe are also offering a limited number of exhibition spaces for organisations wishing to showcase their products\, services or support offers. Stands will be allocated on a first come\, first served basis\, so please indicate your interest as soon as possible by emailing pledge@southtyneside.gov.uk \n\n\n\nWe expect this event to be popular and places are likely to fill quickly\, so we encourage you to secure your free ticket as soon as possible. \n\n\n\nIf you can no longer attend after booking\, please cancel your ticket to allow someone else the opportunity to take your place. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you. \n\n\n\nPlease book via EventBrite: South Tyneside Pledge Procurement event 2026 Tickets\, Wednesday\, October 14  •  10 AM – 2 PM | Eventbrite
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/south-tyneside-pledge-procurement-event-2026/
LOCATION:Jarrow Focus\, Cambrian Street\, Jarrow\, NE32 3QN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:South Tyneside Pledge
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SUMMARY:BIPC Intellectual Property Surgery
DESCRIPTION:John Cunningham from the Business & IP Centre North East (BIPC) will be available at The Word on the Second Wednesday of every month\, from 10:00am to 4:00pm\, to answer your Intellectual Property (IP) queries.You can find John in The BIPC hub on the 2nd Floor. \n\n\n\nIP protects the expression of an idea. When you start or run a business\, you are creating IP assets and are likely to use other people’s IP too. \n\n\n\nWhat is IP? \n\n\n\nThere are four main types of IP that protect different aspects of your business\, and you may be using several at the same time: \n\n\n\n\nCopyright – protects original works such as images\, videos\, written content and sound recordings.\n\n\n\nTrade Marks – protect elements of your brand\, such as your business name\, logo or slogan.\n\n\n\nDesign Rights – protect the appearance of a product\, including shape\, pattern or packaging.\n\n\n\nPatents – protect a new way of doing something\, typically a new invention or production technique.\n\n\n\n\nJohn can help you understand how IP applies to your business and how you can: \n\n\n\n\nAvoid infringing other people’s IP.\n\n\n\nIdentify the IP you already own.\n\n\n\nTake steps to protect your valuable ideas and creations.\n\n\n\n\nTo learn more about the BIPC’s IP support\, visit: https://www.bipcnortheast.co.uk/intellectual-property/ \n\n\n\nJust drop in for a chat or contact John Cunningham via the BIPC website. Alternatively book an appointment directly with John Cunningham by e-mail: john.cunningham@newcastle.gov.uk
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/bipc-intellectual-property-surgery-october-2026/
LOCATION:The Word\, 45 Market Place\, South Shields\, NE33 1DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business support
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