Starting a company

Read tips and advice on setting up and running a company.

Help for first time directors: Training and resources from the Institute of Directors (IoD)

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In this guest blog post, the Institute of Directors (IoD) shares information on training and resources to help first time directors understand their responsibilities.

Data protection for small businesses: practical support from the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

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In this guest blog post, the Information Commissioner's Office offers advice and resources to help your business handle data protection.

What to consider when incorporating a new business

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Your business. Your journey. Your choice.

There are currently over 5.5 million small businesses in the UK, some run by serial entrepreneurs looking to expand their portfolio, others by individuals making their first tentative steps into this weird and wonderful world. Here we explain the options that are available when thinking about incorporating your business.