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How much is VAT in the UK? A small business guide

VAT (Value Added Tax) is one of those topics that feels simple - until you have to set...

18 Jan 2026

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Unlimited Liability: Risks And Alternatives For UK Businesses

If you’re starting (or growing) a small business, you’ve probably heard the phrase “limited liability” thrown around as...

18 Jan 2026

Is CBD Oil Legal In The UK? CBD Law And Compliance For Businesses

CBD has gone mainstream in the UK - from oils and gummies to skincare and drinks. If you’re...

18 Jan 2026

Running Prize Draws And Competitions To Win Money: UK Legal Rules

Competitions to win money can be a brilliant way to grow your audience, build your mailing list, and...

18 Jan 2026

Commercial Property Law in the UK: Key Contracts and Legal Risks

Signing for business premises can feel like a huge “we’re really doing this” moment. But commercial property law...

18 Jan 2026

What Are Cookies Online? Website Cookie Consent And GDPR Compliance In the UK

If you run a website, chances are it uses cookies (or at least tries to). They’re one of...

18 Jan 2026

Master Service Agreement (MSA): Meaning, Key Terms And When You Need One

If you’re running a growing business, it’s only a matter of time before you find yourself doing repeat...

18 Jan 2026

Rent Increase Notice in the UK: Key Rules for Landlords and Tenants

If you run a small business from leased premises, a rent increase can hit your cash flow fast...

18 Jan 2026

Employee Appraisal Form in the UK: What to Include and Legal Considerations

If you’re running a small business, employee performance can feel like one of those “important but never urgent”...

18 Jan 2026

Company Deadlocks: Causes, Prevention, And Options If They Happen

If you run a small company with one or more co-founders, there’s a good chance you’ve already had...

18 Jan 2026

When Your Business Needs A Copyright Lawyer And What To Expect

If you run a small business, copyright can feel like one of those “nice to have” legal topics...

18 Jan 2026

How Employers Can Check an Employee’s Right To Work in the UK

Hiring your first (or next) team member is exciting - but it also comes with a non-negotiable compliance...

18 Jan 2026

Buying a Business in the UK: Legal Due Diligence and Key Contracts

Buying a business can be an exciting shortcut to growth. Instead of spending months (or years) proving product-market...

18 Jan 2026

Commercial Law Solicitors in the UK: What to Look For and When to Hire One

If you’re running a small business, you’re probably juggling sales, operations, staff, suppliers, and a never-ending admin list....

18 Jan 2026

Workplace Discrimination in the UK: Employer Compliance Essentials

If you’re running a small business, it’s easy to assume workplace discrimination is something that only happens in...

17 Jan 2026

Nominee Directors In The UK: Legal Risks And Safe Use

If you run a small business, it’s normal to look for simple ways to manage risk, protect privacy,...

17 Jan 2026

Adoption Leave in the UK: Employer Rights, Duties and Best Practice

If you run a small business, few things test your HR processes quite like an employee telling you...

17 Jan 2026

Commercial Property Lawyers: Leasing Or Buying Business Premises In the UK

Signing for a new shop, office, studio, café, warehouse or clinic can feel like a huge “we’re really...

17 Jan 2026

Invoice Discounting: How It Works And Key Legal Considerations

Cash flow can feel like the difference between a business that’s “doing well on paper” and a business...

17 Jan 2026

What Does Anonymised Mean Under UK GDPR?

If you run a small business, you’ve probably heard that “anonymised data” is safer to use than “personal...

17 Jan 2026

UK Employment Law Changes In 2026: Key Updates For Employers

If you employ people in the UK (or you’re about to hire your first team member), keeping up...

17 Jan 2026

Business Contract Negotiation: Key Strategies And Legal Risks For SMEs

Bargaining is a normal (and often healthy) part of doing business. Whether you’re negotiating with a key supplier,...

17 Jan 2026

Solvency in the UK: How to Check It and Directors’ Legal Duties

Keeping your business afloat isn’t just about making sales and paying bills on time. In the background, there’s...

17 Jan 2026

Employee Bonuses In The UK: Key Legal Considerations For Employers

Bonuses can be a great way to reward performance, retain key talent, and build the kind of culture...