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Starting a business in the UK: guides and expert tips

How to start a business

Developing ideas Business plan Choosing a structure Understanding target market Organising finances Securing funding Legal requirements Guides

From creating a business plan to securing essential funding, here are some expert guides to help you launch your dream business.

Taking the first steps

Not sure where to begin? These guides selected by our experts are a good place to start.

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Starting a business from scratch

Starting your own business can be nerve-wracking, but we're on hand to help. Here's everything you need to consider, from choosing a name to paying tax.

Guide

How to get funding for a business

There are plenty of ways to get funding for a business. The right option for you will depend on the nature of your business and your financial situation.

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Legal requirements for starting a business

Starting a business is exciting, but there are certain legal obligations you need to follow to avoid fines, penalties and even prosecution.

“Starting a business isn’t just about having a great idea – it’s about building a solid structure around it. From setting up a business bank account to understanding your legal obligations, getting these early steps right can save you time and money.”

Joe Phelan

Business finance expert

Meet new business owners

Case study

"Progress has definitely been quicker than we anticipated"

Alex Somervell and his business partner, Jonny Pryn, have recently founded a new product that hopes to address a big problem. Ask Silver is a free scam checker that uses AI to highlight whether something is a scam.

Alex shares more about this innovative idea, the importance of business insurance and why he’s keen to partner with UK banks.

Read Alex's story