Setting up a new business
Discover how to transform your business idea and plan into a fully operational venture.
Explore our comprehensive guides and resources to assist you with essential steps like registering your business, obtaining licenses, selecting a business name, understanding legal structures, and preparing for your launch day.
Move forward with confidence on your entrepreneurial journey by:
- Completing our business readiness assessment.
- Watching our “How to Start a Business” video.
Transforming Your Idea into a Business
Explore the smartest approaches to turning your idea into a thriving business and learn how expert guidance can make a difference.
Securing Essential Licences and Registrations
Discover tools and resources to help you obtain the licences, permits, and registrations required for your business.
Selecting the Right Business Structure
Learn what it takes to establish your business as a sole trader, partnership, company, or trust.
Registering Your Business Name
Find out what you need to know to register your business name, whether you're starting as a sole trader, partnership, company, or trust.
Launching a Home-Based Business
Learn the essentials for setting up your home business, whether as a sole trader, partnership, company, or trust.
Preparing Your Business to Begin Trading
A step-by-step guide to ensure your premises, team, and operations are ready for launch.
Complete the Business Readiness Check
Evaluate whether you, your business idea, and your plans are ready to successfully launch a new venture.
Tools and Resources
Access a variety of information and support to guide you through starting or purchasing a business.
UK Business Licence and Information Service
Use ABLIS to identify the licences, permits, and registrations required to operate your business.
Business Launchpad
Discover the necessary licences and permits to get your business off the ground.
Video - Starting Your Business
Watch our video to help refine your idea, enhance your skills, and shape your plans for launching a business.
