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For a successful business, you need a viable business idea, the skills to make it work and the funding. Discover whether your idea has what it takes.

Forming your business correctly is essential to ensure you are protected and you comply with the rules. Learn how to set up your business.

Advice on protecting your wellbeing, self-confidence and mental health from the pressures of starting and running a business.

Learn why business planning is an essential exercise if your business is to start and grow successfully, attract funding or target new markets.

It is likely you will need funding to start your business unless you have your own money. Discover some of the main sources of start up funding.

Businesses and individuals must account for and pay various taxes. Understand your tax obligations and how to file, account and pay any taxes you owe.

Businesses are required to comply with a wide range of business laws. We introduce the main rules and regulations you must comply with.

Marketing matters. It drives sales and helps promote your brand and products. Discover how to market your business and reach your target customers.

Some businesses need a high street location whilst others can be run from home. Understand the key factors from cost to location, size to security.

Your employees can your biggest asset. They can also be your biggest challenge. We explain how to recruitment and manage staff successfully.

It is likely your business could not function without some form of IT. Learn how to specify, buy, maintain and secure your business IT.

Few businesses manage the leap from start up to high-growth business. Learn what it takes to scale up and take your business to the next level.

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November 2022

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UK government plans to revoke or amend thousands of EU-derived laws have been criticised by business groups as a new survey shows that small business owners aren't looking for widespread deregulation.
A poll of freelance workers has found that one in two don't budget for upcoming tax bills until they complete their tax return, leaving many without enough funds to pay in full.
The Christmas trading period, which kicks off with Black Friday, is crucial for small firms across the UK. With rising costs, some shops are even counting on a successful festive season for their survival.
By freezing tax thresholds for six more years in today's Autumn Statement, chancellor Jeremy Hunt has increased the tax burden on millions of small businesses in the UK.
Business owners and managers in small and micro-businesses are finding it hard to support employees with mental health difficulties, according to new research.
Small businesses across the UK are calling on the government to take more of a lead to encourage and support the green initiatives of small enterprises.
The UK could unlock more than £9bn of growth by helping more small businesses to export using ecommerce, according to new research.
Job security, decent pay, flexible working and good work relationships are the top reasons for employees to stay in their jobs according to a new survey conducted by Acas.