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What does going into administration mean?

Posted by: Alex Dunton, Posted on: 27 February 2019 - Categories: Closing a company
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Find out how the administration process can rescue a viable business in our guest blog from Greenfield Recovery.

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7 duties of a company director

Posted by: Dr Roger Barker, Posted on: 21 February 2019 - Categories: Running a company, Starting a company

Find out your legal responsibilities as a company director, in our guest blog from the Institute of Directors.

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Helping your company to stay safe online

Posted by: Gary Townley - Senior communications manager, Posted on: 4 February 2019 - Categories: Running a company
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Find out what steps we've put in place on our digital services to protect your company from fraud.

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What is a company voluntary arrangement (CVA)?

Posted by: Alex Dunton, Posted on: 31 January 2019 - Categories: Closing a company, Running a company
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A CVA can give a viable business the chance of recovery. Our guest blog from Greenfield Recovery explains the benefits of this insolvency procedure.

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How to avoid a late filing penalty

Posted by: Gary Townley - Senior communications manager, Posted on: 19 December 2018 - Categories: Running a company
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Some tips to make sure your company files accounts on time.

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5 tips to help you file your accounts on time

Posted by: Rachel McCoy, Posted on: 30 November 2018 - Categories: Running a company
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If you're one of the many companies that must file accounts by the end of December, do not leave it to the last minute.

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Confirmation statement: an important anniversary for your company

Posted by: Gary Townley - Senior communications manager, Posted on: 27 November 2018 - Categories: Running a company
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Every company must send us a confirmation statement each year. Find out more about our email reminders service, to make sure you do not miss this important date.

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Health and safety basics for your business

Posted by: Claire B, Posted on: 19 November 2018 - Categories: Running a company, Starting a company
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A guest blog from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), with 5 basic steps to help you manage health and safety for your business.

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Business cartels: understanding competition law

Posted by: David Harper, Posted on: 19 October 2018 - Categories: Running a company
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The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) provides a guest post on how to keep your business compliant.

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Why cyber security is important for your business

Posted by: Kevin L, Posted on: 8 October 2018 - Categories: Running a company
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October is Cyber Security Month – but what is cyber security and why does it matter to your business? Read our guest blog from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.

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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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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.

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