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Companies House in 2025, what changed, and what it means for you as a small business owner

Companies House in 2025, what changed, and what it means for you as a small business owner

If you run a limited company or are thinking about starting one, 2025 was a significant year for Companies House. The changes were not just minor rule tweaks; they marked the beginning of a new...

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Management & Wellbeing
It’s Time to Look After You: Why Self-Care Can No Longer Wait

It’s Time to Look After You: Why Self-Care Can No Longer Wait

As the days shorten and the nights draw in, now is the perfect moment to remind oneself, and your fellow business owners, that you matter too. Running a small business means you’re accustomed to...

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Technology
Why Investors Value Gaming Higher Than Movies — EA’s $55B Buyout Explained

Why Investors Value Gaming Higher Than Movies — EA’s $55B Buyout Explained

In a deal announced on EA's own site, Electronic Arts has agreed to be acquired by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), private-equity firm Silver Lake, and Affinity...

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News
Peter Kyle and the UK’s $1 Trillion Dream: Where Do Small Businesses Fit In?

Peter Kyle and the UK’s $1 Trillion Dream: Where Do Small Businesses Fit In?

Peter Kyle was appointed Secretary of State for Business and Trade on 5 September 2025, quietly signalling a shift in tone. This new tone blends grit, lived experience, tech-savviness, and a...

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Management & Wellbeing
Being an Enterprise Adviser is Good for Young People and Good for Business

Being an Enterprise Adviser is Good for Young People and Good for Business

When we talk about employability, we often focus on exam results or qualifications, but I have seen over the years that young people face a whole set of challenges that go well beyond grades...

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Technology
A Business Owner's Guide to 10 Essential AI Tools

A Business Owner's Guide to 10 Essential AI Tools

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly discussed across business forums, and the UK Business Forums community offers particularly thoughtful insight into both its promise and pitfalls. As...

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Technology
A Practical Guide to Using AI in Your UK Small Business

A Practical Guide to Using AI in Your UK Small Business

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer the stuff of science fiction or massive corporations. Today, it’s within reach of small businesses across the UK, helping to save time, boost...

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Legal & Financial
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - The way you file your Tax Returns is changing

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - The way you file your Tax Returns is changing

April 2026 will see the UK income tax system revolutionised with the introduction of a new quarterly filing system called Making Tax Digital for Income Tax. Way back in 2015 the idea of quarterly...

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Exporting & Importing
A Simple Guide to Tariffs for UK Small Business Owners: Understanding the Trump-Era Trade Impact

A Simple Guide to Tariffs for UK Small Business Owners: Understanding the Trump-Era Trade Impact

If you're running a small business in the UK, especially one that trades internationally, you've probably encountered the word "tariff" at some point. But what does it mean, and should you be...

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Exporting & Importing
How Trump’s 10% US Tariff Could Impact UK Small Businesses – And What You Can Do About It

How Trump’s 10% US Tariff Could Impact UK Small Businesses – And What You Can Do About It

On April 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff on all imports from the United Kingdom, part of a broader initiative imposing varying tariffs on global trading partners. While...

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Legal & Financial
Companies House ID Verification: What UK Directors and PSCs Must Know for 2025

Companies House ID Verification: What UK Directors and PSCs Must Know for 2025

Companies House is rolling out new identity verification requirements for directors and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs) to enhance the integrity of the UK's corporate register and tackle...

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Legal & Financial
Should Your Business Go Cashless? The Pros and Cons of Card vs Cash Payments

Should Your Business Go Cashless? The Pros and Cons of Card vs Cash Payments

One of the big decisions business owners face is how to accept payments. Do you stick with cash, embrace electronic payments, or offer both? It's not just about personal preference—it can impact...

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Sales & Marketing
Unlocking New Customers: How Offering Company Formation Services Can Expand Your Business

Unlocking New Customers: How Offering Company Formation Services Can Expand Your Business

Marketing is one of the biggest challenges for any business. Finding new customers, standing out from the competition, and converting leads into paying clients can be costly and time-consuming...

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Legal & Financial
The Future of Expense Management: Why Businesses Are Moving Away from Traditional Credit Cards

The Future of Expense Management: Why Businesses Are Moving Away from Traditional Credit Cards

For many years, conventional corporate credit cards were the default method for managing business expenses—covering everything from team lunches to flights and hotel stays. However, as companies...

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Legal & Financial
Being VAT Registered is Killing My Business

Being VAT Registered is Killing My Business

Navigating the VAT registration threshold is a significant milestone for many UK small businesses. Crossing this threshold, currently set at £90,000 in taxable turnover, brings both opportunities...

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Legal & Financial
The Importance of Simplifying Financial Processes for Growing SMEs

The Importance of Simplifying Financial Processes for Growing SMEs

Without a doubt, the last few years have been economically unsettling for many SMEs. However, there have also been some business success stories, which means that businesses of all sizes will be...

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Legal & Financial
Managing Small Business Expenses in a Cost of Living Crisis

Managing Small Business Expenses in a Cost of Living Crisis

The ongoing cost of living crisis in the UK is hitting many people and businesses hard. No matter what size or type of small business you run, it’s inevitable that you’ve had to deal with rising...

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Legal & Financial
How GPSR Affects Your Etsy Shop: A Guide for UK Small Business Owner

How GPSR Affects Your Etsy Shop: A Guide for UK Small Business Owner

If you’re crafting handmade gifts or selling your creations on platforms like Etsy, it’s essential to understand GPSR. So, what exactly are the General Product Safety Regulations? In a nutshell...

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Starting Up
Choosing the Right Company Formation Agent for Your Limited Company

Choosing the Right Company Formation Agent for Your Limited Company

If you're planning to form a Limited company, one of the first steps is to register your business with Companies House. While it's possible to handle this yourself, many entrepreneurs work with a...

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Starting Up
Creative Ideas for Starting a Young Enterprise Company

Creative Ideas for Starting a Young Enterprise Company

The start of the school academic year is a time when many students across the UK are kicking off business projects such as with Young Enterprise or the Peter Jones Academy, among others. The...

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