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How to Start a Supplement Business in the UK: Legal Checklist

Learn how to start a supplement business in the UK with a practical legal checklist covering business setup,...

1 May 2026

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Who Owns Freelancer IP in a UK Corporate Wellness Business?

Hiring freelancers for a UK corporate wellness business does not automatically mean your company owns the work they...

27 Apr 2026

Co-founder Agreements for UK Supplement Brands

A co-founder agreement for a UK supplement brand should do more than split equity. It should cover formula...

27 Apr 2026

Indemnity Clauses for UK Supplement Brands

An indemnity clause can expose a UK supplement brand to far more risk than founders expect. This guide...

27 Apr 2026

Can You Extend a Probation Period in the UK? Rules and Risks for Employers

Probation periods can be a really useful way to bring someone into your business while you both work...

5 Apr 2026

No Refund Policies: What UK Businesses Can (And Can’t) Enforce Under Consumer Law

If you run a small business, refunds can be one of the quickest ways to lose time, money,...

5 Apr 2026

Free Legal Documents UK Small Businesses Can Use (And What to Avoid)

If you’re running a small business, it’s completely normal to look for free legal documents before you spend...

4 Apr 2026

Force Majeure Clause Example (UK): What To Include And When It Applies

If you run a small business, you’ve probably signed (or sent) contracts that assume everything will go to...

4 Apr 2026

National Living Wage vs National Minimum Wage: Key Differences for UK Employers

When you’re hiring staff (or even just planning your wage budget for the year), UK pay rates can...

3 Apr 2026

Terms Of Business Template: What To Include And How To Use It In The UK

If you’re running a small business, you’re probably making agreements every day - quoting for work, onboarding new...

3 Apr 2026

Joint Data Controllers Under UK GDPR: What Businesses Need to Know

If your business shares customer, user or employee data with another organisation, you might assume one of you...

3 Apr 2026

Contract Drafting in the UK: Practical Tips for Startups and SMEs

When you’re running a small business or scaling a startup, your time is usually split between winning customers,...

3 Apr 2026

UK Company Directors: Duties, Responsibilities And Risks

Becoming a company director can be a big milestone for a small business owner. It usually means you’re...

2 Apr 2026

Mutual Mistake in UK Contract Law: What It Means for Agreements

You’ve finally agreed the key commercial terms, you’ve got the pricing locked in, and everyone’s ready to sign....

2 Apr 2026

UK Non-Compete Clause Examples: Duration, Key Terms & Enforceability

If you’re hiring employees, engaging contractors, or buying a business, you’ll eventually face the same question: how do...

1 Apr 2026

Managing Poor Conduct At Work: UK Policies, Investigations & Discipline

Poor conduct in the workplace is one of those issues most small businesses know will happen eventually -...

1 Apr 2026