Category Archives: Business Advisory

The Importance of Corporate Governance for Small Businesses

Corporate governance is no longer a term reserved for large multinational corporations. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Owner-Managed Businesses (OMBs) are increasingly recognising the significance of good governance, especially from an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standpoint. Here’s why.    Building Trust and Credibility   Good corporate governance ensures […]

Navigating the Complexities of Business Tax

Running A Limited Company Guide

Taxation is a critical aspect of running a business, and understanding its complexities is essential for limited company owners. Our comprehensive guide ‘Running a Limited Company: A practical guide for business owners’, provides a breakdown of key business tax considerations, including dividend tax, VAT, National Insurance Contributions (NICs), Corporation Tax, […]

Mastering Finances for Business Owners

finance in business

As a business owner, mastering your finances is crucial for long-term success. In our comprehensive guide ‘Running a Limited Company: A practical guide for business owners’, we explore the essential elements of financial management that every business owner should consider. From budgeting and strategic planning to maintaining a healthy financial […]

Registering with HMRC, Budgeting, Insurance and Expenses

Running A Limited Company Guide

Running a successful business involves fulfilling various obligations and effectively managing key aspects of your operations. In our comprehensive guide ‘Running a Limited Company: A practical guide for business owners’, we delve into the importance of registering with HMRC, managing your budget, understanding insurance options, and staying on top of […]

Will ESG reporting become mandatory?

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Growing concerns about social and environmental issues as well as more attention being given to corporate governance and legal obligations on companies to disclose climate-related information, has led to greater interest in how companies should operate in a responsible way. Companies are increasingly expected to consider purpose as well as […]

Setting up a Limited Company in the UK: A Wise Business Move?

Running A Limited Company Guide

When it comes to structuring your business in the UK, there are several options to consider. But have you ever thought about setting up a limited company? It might sound daunting, but it can provide significant benefits compared to alternative business structures. A limited company is a separate legal entity […]

What is ESG and why should I be thinking about it within my organisation?

What is ESG and why should I be thinking about it within my organisation?

What is ESG In short, ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. These three elements encapsulate an organisation’s key internal and external impacts, with stakeholders of all types, including customers, becoming increasingly conscious of their significance. Concerns about the impact of business activity on the environment specifically have remained a […]

Robson Laidler launches Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) advisory service

Robson Laidler launches ESG

Robson Laidler has launched a new Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) advisory service to support businesses with sustainability awareness, assessment, training and reporting. As an accredited B Corporation, Robson Laidler is already a business that meets the highest standards in social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability to […]

The UK Economy: Light at the end of the economic tunnel

Light at the end of the tunnel

Despite the turbulent times that have befallen the UK economy over recent years, experts are reporting a positive outlook. The impacts of coronavirus, Brexit and wider supply disruptions may still be taking their toll but businesses, families and property owners can remain confident.   In this article, we’ll take a […]

How To Attract Investors

How To Attract Investors

Why might a business need to get investors on board? Well, investment is the lifeblood of a growing business. A lot, if not the majority, of businesses source investment funds internally from own their working capital. This is generally a longer-term strategy, which established businesses have the luxury of employing. […]