What's new?
What's new: just published resources
Winning the contractlearndirect's new, free interactive online course |
Starting a business from homeAdvice and information on this popular start-up option |
- Environment & efficiency improvements - Find out how our environment guidance is now bigger and better
- Apply for a new tax disc using the new vehicle online service from the DVLA - Tax your vehicle online
- Apply to register a trade mark online - Fill in the Intellectual Property Office UK trade mark application form
- Accessing bank finance - Practical tips on how to get bank funding for your business
- Swine flu - Understand the risks and brief your staff
What's new: recession-busters
Is your business getting the Real Help it needs?The government has already helped thousands of businesses prepare for recovery |
Boosting short-term export financeLetters of credit can now be guaranteed by the ECGD |
- More time to pay business rates - You can now spread your business rate payments
- Help for businesses - Use our guides and tools to find advice and support during this challenging economic climate
What's new: regulations and your business
April 2010 regulation changesFind out how April's regulation changes affect your business |
Regulation updatesKeep track of regulation changes affecting small business with our at-a-glance guidance |
- Your Type of Business - Find summaries of regulations, licences, British and European standards and contacts for your business
- Regulation Checklist - Create a personalised checklist with links to guidance from across this site on where you need to comply and how to do it
- Consultations - Take part in consultations on new regulations affecting your business
- Submit your suggestion to improve regulation - The Better Regulation Executive want to hear from you
What's New: latest government campaigns
Employer servicesFind out about Employer Services from Jobcentre Plus |
Van Best PracticeAdvice for your business on saving fuel and improving efficiency |
- Real help for businesses now - Is your business getting the real help it needs?
- Road worker safety - Take steps to reduce your business risk
- Resource efficiency - Top ten tips to help your business save money and increase efficiency
- Engaging for success - Enhance your business' performance through employee engagement
- Identity cards - Find out what you need to know about the new identity cards
What's new: in the workplace
Graduate Talent PoolMeet your business needs by offering internships to graduates |
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Employment Law Organiser - Opens in a new windowAn interactive application to help you understand and manage your employment law obligations |
- Backing young Britain - Find out how to benefit your business by hiring young workers
- Improve performance through developing talent - Find out how talentmap™ can help you improve your business' performance
- Statutory payment rates - The statutory payment rates have been announced for 2010-11 however, please be aware that these rates are still subject to parliamentary approval
What's new: developing your business
Tax doesn't have to be taxingOur guides and tools can save you time and hassle |
Online marketing - a cost-effective approachFind out how online marketing can help you reach customers in a cost-effective way |
- Company name and trade mark checker - Use our tool to search for available names and trade marks for your business
- Sell your services in Europe - New opportunities to do business in Europe in 2010
- Bid for public sector contracts - Find out how to access UK-wide government contracts for free
Budget and Pre-Budget Report (PBR)
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Pre-Budget Report 2009 - Opens in a new windowFind out how the Chancellor's statement affects your business |
Simplifying Trade Across UK BordersA Plan of Action |
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