Barcodes

Information about adding barcodes to goods.

Information about the Payment Services Regulations for businesses that provide payment services.

Warranties and Guarantees

Key information and guidance about warranties and guarantees for goods.

Certificate of Free Sale

Certificates of Free Sale (CFS) are issued by various Government departments to exporters.

Certificate of Free Sale - Medical devices

You will need to order a certificate of free sale to export medical devices outside the UK.

UKCA and CE Marking

Information on the new UK product marking system that is used for goods placed on the market in Great Britain (England, Wales and Scotland).

Patent Box

Patent Box provides a reduced rate of Corporate Tax if it exploits patented inventions and innovations.

Certificate of Free Sale - Food and drink

Certificates of Free Sale are issued by the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) to accompany certain food and drink products upon export

Returns and refunds for goods bought in a shop/market stall

Information and guidance on returns and refunds on purchases from a shop or market stall.

Royal Bank of Scotland - Business Builder

Digital tool designed to give you the right support for you and your business

Invoice Financing

Information on selling your unpaid business invoices to a third party, to help ease your cash flow. It covers the different ways to do this and how they work.

Government Property Finder

The Government Property Finder advertises vacant and surplus space - buildings and land for use by businesses, developers, community groups and the general public.

Certificate of Free Sale - Import Licensing Branch (ILB)

The DBT Import Licensing Branch's Import Case Management System for the issue of import licences and Certificates of Free Sale (CFS) for exporters.

Energy Performance Certificates - Commercial Premise

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates how energy efficient your building is using grades from A to G (with ‘A’ the most efficient grade).

Step By Step Guides To Exporting

Step by step guides to using if you are thinking about exporting. These include Reaching customers and Pricing and getting paid.

QR Codes (Quick Response)

Information about Quick Response (QR) Codes.

Premises in Cumberland

Organisations that provide guidance to those looking for premises.

Shaw Trust

Support for disabled and disadvantaged people to prepare for work or start a business.

ISBN - International Standard Book Number

If you wish to sell your publication through major bookselling chains, or internet booksellers, you will be legally required to have an ISBN

Digital Boost

A national programme of support to help businesses develop digital skills.

Unlocking Space for Business

Unlocking Space for Business is a new UK Space Agency programme supporting companies to deliver operational, customer and environmental benefits..

Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)

CIS is a scheme that allows contractors to deduct money from subcontractor's payments and pass it to HMRC.

KlearNow

KlearNow supports SME's looking for support with import and export procedures.

CDFI - Community Development Finance Institutions

CDFIs are a type of social enterprise that provides support and lends money to businesses and people who struggle to get finance from high street banks.

Trade Associations - Management

Websites and contact details for trade associations for individuals working in management positions.

Business Trading Frauds

Business trading frauds can include long and short firm fraud as well as bankruptcy and insolvency-related frauds.

Department for Business and Trade (previously DIT) - Overseas Market Introduction Service (OMIS)

Find overseas customers and export opportunities.

Advertising Standards Authority CAP Code

The Advertising Codes set rules for advertisers and media owners to follow.

Toilet and Sanitary Provisions

Information and legislation for businesses regarding toilet and sanitary provisions.

British Retail Consortium

British Retail Consortium is the Trade Association for retailers in the UK.

TV Licensing for Shops and Offices

Information for shops and offices regarding regulations around TV licensing.

TV Licensing for Hotels, Hostels, Mobile Units and Campsites

Information and regulations about TV licensing for hotels, hostels, mobile units and campsites.

DWP - Department for Work and Pensions

An overview of services offer by the Department for Work and Pensions.

TV Licensing For Businesses

Information and guidance for businesses regarding TV licensing.

SpacePro

SpacePro arranges for its customers in-store promotions at shopping centres, train stations supermarkets and exhibitions.

Licensing

Information for existing or prospective gambling businesses including what types of licence you may need, how much they cost and the licence conditions and codes of practice that apply.

eCommerce Directive and selling online to customers in the EU

DMA - Data and Marketing Association

DMA is a marketing membership organisation that helps develop marketing and communication plans that build effective relationships with their customers.

Ofcom

Ofcom is the communications regulator. They regulate the TV and radio sectors, fixed-line telecoms, mobiles, postal services, plus the airwaves over which wireless devices operate.

IR35

Guidance on IR35 legislation in relation to contract-based and off-payroll work.

VCA - Vehicle Certification Agency

VCA is the designated UK Vehicle Type Approval authority.

Ofgem

Ofgem is the energy regulator (Office of Gas and Electricity Markets). They are an independent authority with the role of protecting consumers.

Credit Scoring and Credit Reference Agencies

If you are looking for any sort of finance for your business or as an individual, it is a good idea to check your credit file through a credit reference agency.

Useful Resources and Contacts

Co Operatives UK

Support for co‑ops to start up and thrive through access to expert advice, events and training.

Music Licences - TheMusicLicence (PRS and PPL)

Provides information to businesses looking to play music or videos.

Young Enterprise

A range of programmes and initiative are available for young people across the UK.

Lawyers For Your Business (LFYB)

A free 30 minute legal consultation with a solicitor approved by the Law Society.

Horizon Europe

Horizon Europe is an international research and innovation programme for businesses.

Research and Development (R&D) Tax Relief for Corporation Tax

Information and guidance on claiming tax relief for research and development costs.

Guidance on what a dormant company is and what it must do.

Lotteries, Raffles and Competitions

Information on the laws set out to run a lottery, raffle or competition.

Strike-off Objection FAQ

Trade Associations - Finance (including Accountancy and Insurance)

Websites and contact details for trade associations for the finance, accountancy and insurance sector.