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Incorporate a private limited company - register it with Companies House and rules on directors, shares, articles of association and telling HMRC about the company
The Start-up route is for a person seeking to establish a business in the UK for the first time. From 13 April 2023 this route is only available to those who hold a valid Start-up endorsement issued before the 13...
ChipStart is a two-year pilot programme backed by the government providing start-ups with the technical and commercial help they need to help bring new products to market.
How to apply for a clinical trial including eligibility, phases, model IMPDs, costs and how to make changes to your application.
Find news, information and advice from the government on starting or growing your business.
Start a business to help people or communities - business structures including community interest companies and co-operatives
Energy Security Secretary Claire Coutinho delivered a speech at the Innovation Zero conference in London.
Find out how the scheme works, including issuing shares and raising money and how to submit a compliance statement.
This report explores the landscape of business incubators and accelerators in the UK.
Use this service to apply for government-backed innovation funding for your business
Professional conduct panel outcome, including decision and reasons.
You must register as an overseas company in the UK to do business legally - find out about what you need to do
Find out how the scheme works, including issuing shares and raising money, and how to submit your compliance statement.
The Science and Technology Venture Capital Fellowship is a career development programme for investment professionals with a focus on science and technology.
Find out if your proposal to raise investments could qualify for a venture capital scheme and what you need to apply for advance assurance.
Check if you need a visa or permit to work in Portugal and how to get one if you do.
Guidance and support on coronavirus (COVID-19) in Scotland.
Apply for an Innovator Founder visa if you've been endorsed for a business idea: eligibility, documents, extend or switch, bring your family.
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