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The strategy will make the UK the most connected nation in the world while protecting vital industries from global threats and backing businesses to thrive.
We are the department for economic growth. We support businesses to invest, grow and export, creating jobs and opportunities across the country. DBT is a ministerial department, supported by 19 agencies and public bodies .
Find out about changes to the Business Investment Relief rules from 6 April 2017.
How to identify and report harmful trade practices that affect your business when exporting, importing or operating domestically.
When a business changes owner, employees could be protected under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) regulations (TUPE) - types of transfers, your rights, contracts, redundancy, where to get help
All outside appointments or employment taken up by former Department for Business and Trade (DBT) staff at senior Civil Service levels SCS1 and SCS2.
Become a sole trader with HM Revenue and Customs - your legal responsibilities if you run a business as a self-employed sole trader.
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