Once you’re established in the UK it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with the legal obligations of a business in the UK. For specific advice and insight, you should always seek the help of a solicitor or legal professional.
As a business, you’re primarily going to want to understand the basics of UK employment law. Again, we recommend seeking the advice of an accredited professional if you have any specific legal questions or want a complete formal explanation of your responsibilities. But it’s important to be aware that as a business operating in the UK, you have a legal responsibility to:
You can find out more about setting up a business in the UK here.
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