Looking after your company
Running a company involves many financial and legal responsibilities.
You must keep track of money coming into and going out of your business. You have to submit accounts to the Government and to Companies House. You need to make sure that you have the right insurance cover.
It can all be a bit overwhelming - but take a deep breath and have a read over the information in this section - it will help you find the support you need.
How to keep your company accounts
There are many different ways to record the money coming into and leaving your business. You need to choose one that you feel comfortable with, that suits the number of people you have working for you and the number of transactions per month.
Read MoreHelp with managing your accounts
How will you keep track of the money that comes into your business, and settle on time the bills that you need to pay? The simplest answer is to ask someone else to do it for you.
Read MoreInsuring your business
When you set up in business you are full of bright ideas and aspirations and you don't like to think about what might go wrong. Here are some of the 'What if?' questions you'll need to ask.
Read MoreTax and company returns
Setting up a limited company brings many responsibilities and paperwork. Here's a guide to the resources that can help you account for your company's business, correctly and legally.
Read MoreFire prevention and safety
Even if no one is hurt, a fire can wreck your business in a matter of minutes. Here is what you must do to assess and control the risk of fire.
Read MoreBusiness support links
Find here a list of the best organisations to check for help and advice for the business, finances or legal aspects of your career.
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