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British Franchise Association

Information on running your own business as a franchise

Companies House

Executive Agency that registers all companies in the UK

Department for Business and Trade

Helps businesses export and grow into global markets, and overseas companies to locate and grow in the UK.

HM Revenue & Customs

Government Department website for the general public

Intellectual Property Office

Official government body responsible for granting Intellectual Property (IP) rights in the United Kingdom.