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Why identity verification is good for business

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Why identity verification is good for business

Anyone setting up, running, owning or controlling a company in the UK will need to verify their identity to prove they are who they claim to be. Find out why this is good for business.

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Hiring employees: a step by step guide

Posted by: David Webb - Workplace Policy Manager at Acas, Posted on: 10 March 2020 - Categories: Starting a company
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A guest blog post by Acas. Read their tips and advice on how to hire staff whilst always staying on the right side of employment law.

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Let's not get complacent on gender equality

Posted by: Louise Smyth CBE - Chief Executive and Registrar of Companies for England and Wales, Posted on: 9 March 2020 - Categories: Working at Companies House
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Our Chief Executive, Louise Smyth, explains why a commitment to gender equality needs to come from the top.

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SSE: Understanding the importance of diversity for business success

Posted by: Sara Jones - Campaigns Manager, Posted on: 5 March 2020 - Categories: Business stories

As part of our celebration of International Women's Day, we take a look at energy company, SSE. Find out how they've made diversity and equality a cornerstone of their business.

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Helping women to unleash their full potential in business

Posted by: Angela De Souza - CEO of Women's Business Club, Posted on: 4 March 2020 - Categories: Business stories
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A blog for our celebration of International Women’s Day. Angela De Souza, CEO of Women's Business Club, talks about setting up a network that encourages women to be themselves, and explains how being authentic can lead to business success.

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How using data can help solve the gender pay gap

Posted by: Zara Nanu - CEO of Gapsquare, Posted on: 3 March 2020 - Categories: Business stories
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A blog to celebrate International Women’s Day. Zara Nanu, CEO and co-founder of Gapsquare, tells us why knowing your numbers is the key to solving the gender pay gap.

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Building a role for women in construction

Posted by: Rachel Bell - Board Director at Stride Treglown, Posted on: 2 March 2020 - Categories: Business stories
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As part of our celebration of International Women’s Day, Rachel Bell, board director at architectural practice Stride Treglown, explains how she’s risen through the ranks and championed women in a traditionally male industry.

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Inspiring LGBTQ+ people of colour

Posted by: Dee Jas - Founder of colourfull, Posted on: 28 February 2020 - Categories: Business stories
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As part of our LGBT+ History Month celebrations, Dee Jas, founder of consultancy and media platform 'colourfull', explains how using data and storytelling can increase visibility and inclusion of the whole LGBT+ community.

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Women in Business Charter: Empowering women in business

Posted by: Sara Jones - Campaigns Manager, Posted on: 28 February 2020 - Categories: Business stories
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A blog for our International Women's Day celebrations. We take a look at Bristol's city-wide effort to achieve gender equality in business, through a Women in Business Charter.

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Using storytelling to promote an inclusive culture

Posted by: James Brandon - Diversity and Inclusion Manager at Tate, Posted on: 25 February 2020 - Categories: Business stories
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As part of our LGBT+ History Month celebrations, James Brandon, diversity and inclusion manager at Tate, explains how storytelling helps bring people together and promotes an open and diverse community.

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How to complain if you’re not satisfied with a service

Posted by: Rebecca Kemp - Citizens Advice, Posted on: 24 February 2020 - Categories: Running a company
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A guest blog post by Citizens Advice. Find out how to complain about a service if you feel it has not been carried out with reasonable care and skill.

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We use our blog to talk about the work we’re doing, offering tips and advice on starting, running and closing a company. We also share the latest developments on the changes to UK company law.

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Changes to UK company law

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act has given Companies House the power to play a more significant role in tackling economic crime and supporting economic growth.

Find out how this affects you and your company.

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See Companies House vacancies on Civil Service Jobs.

Visit our careers hub to find tips and advice on applying for jobs at Companies House.

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