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Changes to age of sale rules and related regulations for vaping and nicotine products from 29 October 2026.
Find out how to account for VAT schemes on business gifts, samples and promotional schemes.
Steps to help grow your business - finding finance, mentors, increasing sales and developing products and services
Once your business is established and you’re making a profit on the…
Growing your business, whether through increased sales or improved…
How you go about increasing sales depends on your circumstances and how…
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Ways to sell to the public sector - including the Digital Marketplace, Contracts Finder
VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
Food and drink labelling and packaging regulations - what you must show, warnings, health and organic labels and packaging standards.
What you need to do to buy, sell or hire out items made of or containing ivory in the UK.
A summary of the types of scientific advice available at the MHRA, the process for getting advice and the fees involved.
What you need to do to comply with regulations on manufactured products you place on the market in Great Britain.
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