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If you start a business on your own, or with someone else, and don't form a company, you will be trading as a sole trader or in a partnership.

The following is an outline of some of the legislation which may be relevant for a windscreen business.

Making sure you follow the rules for holding shareholder meetings and taking decisions, in line with company law and your articles of association.

You can search for insolvency practitioners in your area using this online directory from the Insolvency Service

There will automatically be a finding of unfair dismissal against you, if you sack an employee or select them for redundancy for any of these reasons.

Financial transactions can be full of jargon and technical language. Make sure you understand any credit agreement with this glossary.

All businesses have the right to claim interest on late payments. This briefing explains your rights and the process for claiming interest.

Most planning applications are submitted online. Use the tool on the Planning Portal website to apply to every local authority in England and Wales.

Businesses are subject a number of key health and safety responsibilities. This Health and Safety Executive guide covers the key issues.

If your business processes personal information you must notify the Information Commissioner's Office. Use this link to submit your form online.

The difference between design right and registered designs, how much registration costs and what to do if someone claims the right to your design

Creating a valuable business means taking strategic decisions that have a lasting, positive effect. Our guide to creating and protecting value.