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Should I register for VAT?

This article is written for small business owners who have either just started trading or are starting to grow and are wondering if they need to be VAT registered.

· 11 min read

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Setting up a limited company - the 3 steps and what you need to know

A practical step-by-step guide on how to register a limited company for your small business.

· 5 min read

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Taking on your first employee - what you need to know

Taking on your first employee is an exciting, yet daunting task as it means you have added and new responsibilities. This guide is written to help you understand some of the new responsibilities and to help you avoid common pitfalls.

· 6 min read

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News and updates

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Employment law changes: What you need to know

Find out about the upcoming changes that affect small employers

· 3 min read

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National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates

Find out how the minimum wage is changing from April 2026.

· 2 min read

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Corporation Tax rate changes from April 2023

Find out how the recent Corporation Tax rate changes affect small businesses, and how they could pay Corporation Tax at 26.5%.

· 5 min read

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