Resources

Cost of Doing Business Hub

Support to navigate the rising cost of doing business.

Your way to Wayfinder

Support for businesses in Southwark, Lambeth and Wandsworth.

Tax-Free Childcare with HMRC – Resources for Early Years Professionals

Support for early years providers on take-up of Tax-Free Childcare.

SME Procurement Hub

Support to help businesses tender for contracts.

Closure of an Early Years Setting

Free resources for early years providers considering closing their provision.

Strong Early Years London – Business Healthcheck for Childminders

A free business requirements checklist for childminders in the capital.

Guidance on Sanctions Regime

Guidance about the introduction of sanctions on Russia.

Cybersecurity and Preventing Phishing Attacks

Advice and tips on spotting and preventing phishing attacks.

Cybersecurity and Protecting Your Data

Steps to help your business comply with data protection rules.

Cybersecurity and Protecting Your Business Against Cyberattacks

Steps to help protect your business online.

Resources from London Business Week

Access recordings and presentations from London Business Week.

Cybersecurity and Working Remotely

Advice and tips on working safely from home.

Cybersecurity and Disaster Recovery

Advice and tips on creating a disaster recovery plan.

Health & Wellbeing Hub

Resources and support to help promote workplace health and wellbeing.

Cybersecurity and Social Engineering

Advice and tips on how to spot social engineering.

Contracts Finder

How to find public sector procurement opportunities.

Business Smart from PACEY

Business advice and ideas for childminders.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Tesco

Every little helps Tesco to reduce emissions.

Business Climate Guidance

We want to help your business act on climate change.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Derwent London

How Derwent London targeted net zero emissions for managed buildings.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Landsec

Leadership in climate resilience.

Top Ten Actions for the Information, Communication & Technology Sector

Actions to help businesses reduce their environmental impact.

Framework: Creative & Recreational

Business climate guidance for the creative sector.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Greater London Authority (GLA) Group

Going full circular economy at the GLA group.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: 15Hatfields

Sustainability and cutting carbon at 15Hatfields

Top Ten Actions for the Hospitality Sector

Actions to help hospitality firms reduce their environmental impact.

Framework: Financial & Professional Services

Business climate guidance for the financial and professional services sector.

Framework: Information, Communication & Technology

Business climate guidance for the information, communication and technology sector.

Top Ten Actions for the Financial & Professional Services Sector

Actions to help financial services firms reduce their environmental impact.

Top Ten Actions for the Creative & Recreational Sector

Actions to help creative businesses reduce their environmental impact.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Sky

Sky’s the limit for a sustainable company culture.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: BT

How BT is leading the charge for a green recovery.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Business Design Centre

Business Design Centre’s decade of climate change action.

Top Ten Actions for the Construction Sector

Actions to help construction firms reduce their environmental impact.

Framework: Retail

Business climate guidance for the retail sector.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: London Pensions Fund Authority

Divesting London’s pension fund from fossil fuels.

Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Informa

Going carbon neutral in 2020 at the information services and events group, Informa.

Framework: Hospitality

Business climate guidance for the hospitality sector.

Framework: Construction

Business climate guidance for the construction sector.

Top Ten Actions for the Retail Sector

Actions to help retailers reduce their environmental impact.

Employing UK Staff in the EU

Advice on employing UK nationals that work in the EU after the transition period.

Support for Employers – Apprenticeships and Industry Placements

An overview of support to help employers take on apprentices.

Eating and Drinking Outside

Advice for hospitality businesses during COVID-19.

Glossary of Brexit Terms

An overview of common terms to help you prepare for the end of the transition.

Travelling to and from the EU

Prepare for changes to business travel after the transition period.

Intellectual Property (“IP”) and EU Data

Prepare for changes to IP rules after the transition period.

Trade with the EU

Advice on trading with the EU after the transition period.

Employing EU Citizens in the UK

Advice on employing EU nationals in the UK after the transition period.

Internet of Things (IoT)

Advice and tips to help your business use the Internet of Things safely.

Trade in Services

Advice on changes to trade in services.

Trade in Goods

Advice on changes to trade in goods.

Trade in Digital Services

Advice on changes to trade in digital services.

Mobility Post-Transition

Find out about changes to business travel.

Working in the UK for EU Citizens

Find out about changes to recruiting staff from the EU.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Advice on how the end of the transition period impacts GDPR.

Regulation

Advice on the impact of leaving the EU on regulation.

Human Resources: Recruiting Staff From Overseas

Advice on recruiting staff from overseas.

Dilapidations

An introduction to dilapidations clauses in commercial leases.

Assignment and Subletting

An introduction to assignment and subletting commercial property.

Lease Length, Break Clauses and Rent Reviews

Important considerations when agreeing a lease.

Commercial Leases – Overview of Common Terms Covered by a Lease Agreement

An overview of terms you need to know when agreeing a lease.

Costs to Expect When Renting Business Premises

An overview of likely costs when renting business premises.

How to Find the Right Property for Your Business

Explore your options when looking for commercial property.

Lease Obligations and Lease Reviews

Information about how to engage with your landlord.

How to Engage in Discussions With Your Landlord

Information about how to engage with your landlord.

Rent Reviews

Information about how rent reviews work.

How to Negotiate a Rent Holiday

Advice on how to negotiate a rent holiday during COVID-19.

Cybersecurity Top Tips

Support to help prevent common online threats to your business.

Managing Business Finances

Tips for effective financial management.

Growth Finance

Options to fund business growth.

Planning for Growth

Things to consider when deciding whether to grow your business.

Commercial Leases – Which Legal Firm to Appoint?

Advice for appointing a legal firm to help with lease negotiations and arbitration.

Managing Data and Cybersecurity Risks

Resources to help businesses improve their cyber resilience.

Managing and Recruiting Staff

Advice and support to help with recruiting and managing staff.

Returning to the Office and Hybrid Working

An overview of hybrid working models and working safely during COVID-19.

Trading Legally

Support to understand your legal obligations.

Protect Your Business

Key steps to protect your new business.

Starting Your Own Business

Advice and support to help you get started.

Arbitration of Landlord and Tenant Disputes

An introduction to arbitration clauses in commercial leases.

Negotiating a Commercial Lease

Advice on negotiating with landlords.

Dealing with End of Lease Issues

Advice on dealing with end of lease issues.

Legal Responsibilities of Tenants

It's important to make sure business premises are well maintained and safe.

The Landlord and Tenant Relationship

Advice on commercial leases and the landlord-tenant relationship.

Preparing for a Post-Brexit New Commercial Environment

The commercial environment will change now the transition period has ended.

What Does it Mean to be Outside the EU?

An overview of what it means for the UK to be outside the EU.

Renting Business Premises

Advice about what is involved in agreeing a licence to occupy or a lease.

Business Structures and Registering with HMRC

Overview of business legal structures.

How to Write a Business Plan

A business plan will help you set targets and plan for the future.

Understanding Venture Capital

Venture capital is a type of equity investment that can fund business growth.

Understanding Angel Investment

Many startups and businesses use angel investors to access finance.

Hiring and Employing Staff

This guide sets out the main steps involved in recruiting staff.

Understanding Debt Finance

An introduction to common types of debt finance.

Understanding and Protecting Intellectual Property

An introduction to the different types of intellectual property rights.

Managing Cash Flow

Practical steps your business can take to avoid cash flow problems.

Business Continuity Planning

A business continuity plan can help you identify and manage risks.

Carrying Out a SWOT Analysis

A SWOT analysis is a useful tool for strategic business planning and decision-making.

Understanding Crowdfunding

An introduction to the main types of crowdfunding available to businesses.

Business Health and Safety Regulations

A summary of employers' health and safety duties.

Managing Unpaid Debts

Explore options for recovering an unpaid debt.

Data Protection Rules You Must Follow

This article sets out the lawful bases for processing personal data.

Developing a Marketing Plan

A good plan will help you build brand awareness and target customers.

Key Contacts and Organisations for Startups

There are organisations that startups must contact before trading.

How to Conduct Start-up Market Research

An overview of key considerations for start-up market research.

Insurance Cover for Business

An introduction to the main types of business insurance.

Tech, Creative, Fashion

Advice for the tech, creative and fashion sector about the end of the transition period.

Retail

Advice for retailers about the end of the transition period.

Manufacturing

Advice for manufacturing firms about the end of the transition period.

Professional and Business Services

Advice for professional services about the end of the transition period.

Hospitality and Tourism

Advice for the hospitality sector about the end of the transition period.

Food and Drink

Advice for the food and drink sector about the end of the transition period.

Construction

Advice for the construction sector about the end of the transition period.

Identifying Business Risks

Learn how to protect your business from common risks.

Cybersecurity

Protect your business from common online threats.

Growth Strategy

Discover strategies for growing your business.