How to open a shop

Many people dream of having their own business or a retail store. If you are one of them, you can make this dream a reality by following the tips discussed in this guide. Opening a shop is not difficult but it requires careful planning. 10 steps to opening a shop Find your niche and conduct

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Guide To Invoicing

For business owners, sometimes the hardest job can be getting paid by clients and chasing them up. If you’re new to invoicing, then you may not realise there is a lot more to them than meets the eye. This guide will cover all you need to know about invoicing. What Is An Invoice? Invoices are

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Commercial Gas Certificates, And Why They Matter

There are different types of gas certificates, but today we’re focussing on the Commercial Gas Certificates. The Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations in 1998 states that a gas certificate is a legal requirement for commercial premises. Commercial premises include restaurants, pubs, cafes, offices, and other public buildings.  Commercial Gas Certificates certify that the gas

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Sustainability and CSR

What is corporate sustainability? The term corporate sustainability refers to a new corporate management model that is becoming more and more common. It can also be considered to fall under the broader term of ‘environmental social governance (ESG)’. This management model recognises both the business needs of the company such as growth, revenue, and profit

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VAT and CCL discounts

Although charities and non-profit organisations are often classed as small businesses when it comes to paying their energy bills, they are in fact eligible to have their bills discounted due to tax exemption rules for charities. The rules are unclear on which charities and non-profits are eligible for discounts on their energy bills. The rules

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