If you're running a home-based business there are a wide range of government requirements that may apply to you. Things to consider when running a small business from home include taxation, employment, council approval and licensing.
When you're starting up a home-based business there's a wide range of government advice and support available.
To run a successful home business you need to be able to handle a wide variety of issues.
When you set up your office, you may need new furniture, office equipment and information and communications systems.
Our registration and licences topic has information about registration for all new businesses, whether it's in your home or in an office.
As with any new business, you'll have a number of tax obligations to comply with when starting up.
As a home-based business you need to make sure you have the correct level of insurance to protect yourself.