Doing business in the United Kingdom

The UK remains one of the world's most established business environments, offering a stable regulatory framework, deep capital markets and a globally significant services sector. For overseas businesses considering UK expansion, understanding the practical detail of market entry is essential from the outset.

Our updated 'Doing business in the United Kingdom' guide brings together the key information investors need, covering:

• the UK's business environment, economy and trading position, including its evolving relationship with the EU and wider global markets
• sources of finance available to businesses at each stage of growth, from bank lending to equity and alternative finance
• turnaround, recovery and insolvency frameworks, and directors' duties under UK company law
• routes to foreign investment and the government's Industrial Strategy priority sectors
• options for setting up a business in the UK, from private and public limited companies to branches, joint ventures and agency arrangements
• employment law, including the phased reforms under the Employment Rights Act 2025 and right to work checks
• UK taxation for businesses and individuals, including Corporation Tax, VAT, capital allowances, R&D relief and the residence-based regime for foreign income and gains
• accounting and reporting obligations, including audit thresholds and filing deadlines

The guide reflects the law and rates in force as at April 2026 and is intended as general guidance. Investors should take specific professional advice before making decisions relating to their circumstances.

If you are planning to establish or expand a business in the UK, our team can help you navigate the practical steps involved.

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