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Payroll doesn’t have to be stressful. This practical guide explains how UK small businesses can manage payroll correctly, avoid common mistakes, meet HMRC deadlines, and stay compliant with PAYE, RTI, and workplace pensions.
A practical UK Christmas gift guide for small business owners, founders, and directors. Discover genuinely useful gift ideas that save time, reduce stress, support wellbeing, and help businesses start the new year organised and confident – with tax-smart tips for gifting through a company.
VAT group registration can simplify VAT admin, remove VAT on intercompany charges, and improve cashflow but it also brings shared risk. This practical UK guide explains how VAT grouping works, who qualifies, the real benefits, and the pitfalls to watch before applying.
The businesses that grow in 2026 will not necessarily be the loudest or the biggest. They will be the ones with strong foundations: clean financials, efficient systems, compliant structures, and a clear plan for scaling without unnecessary risk.
January sets the tone for the year ahead. From key marketing dates and accounting deadlines to trade shows and planning tips, this guide helps UK businesses start 2026 with clarity, confidence, and momentum.
GDPR compliance does not have to be complicated or overwhelming for small businesses. This practical UK-focused guide explains what GDPR is really trying to achieve and walks you through the key steps, from understanding personal data and choosing the right lawful bases to privacy notices, security, marketing rules and breach readiness. With clear examples, common pitfalls and trusted ICO resources, it shows how to stay compliant without unnecessary complexity.
Choosing the right business structure is one of the most important strategic decisions a founder can make. This post look at how to structure a UK business for long-term success – helping you avoid common mistakes, plan for growth, and build a setup that supports where you’re going, not just where you’re starting.
Thinking of launching a social enterprise in the UK? This guide explains how to choose the right structure, register a CIC, meet compliance requirements and access funding – everything you need to start with confidence and impact.
Protecting your intellectual property is essential when forming a company. This guide shows UK founders how to secure trademarks, copyrights, patents, and confidential assets from day one, avoiding common mistakes and safeguarding long-term business value.
Marketing can feel overwhelming for small businesses, but it doesn’t have to be. This post walks you through simple, proven ways to attract customers, build trust, and grow sustainably – without needing a big budget or complex strategy
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