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Starting a UK limited company

A limited company has separate Companies House and Corporation Tax obligations. Set up the entity, register the tax accounts that apply, keep accounting records and track the first filing deadlines.

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Starting a UK limited company

A limited company has separate Companies House and Corporation Tax obligations. Set up the entity, register the tax accounts that apply, keep accounting records and track the first filing deadlines.

What to do

✓ Choose the company name and registered office✓ Incorporate with Companies House✓ Set up Corporation Tax and PAYE/VAT if applicable✓ Create accounting and record-keeping processes✓ Track accounts, Corporation Tax and confirmation-statement deadlines

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