Starting a business requires careful planning, strategic decision-making, and most importantly, validation. Director Nick Longford discusses the significance of testing your business idea and gaining real-world insight before investing in a start-up.

The government is looking to reform Research and Development Tax Relief for accounting periods beginning on or after 1 April 2023 - what does mean for companies claiming?

On 20 July 2022 Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng announced that the Recovery Loan Scheme (RLS) will be extended for a further two years offering small businesses crucial support, while also accelerating economic growth in the UK.

Along with the start of the 2022/2023 tax year, 6 April brought a new increase to National Insurance contributions (NICs) known as the Health and Social Care Levy.

As an entrepreneur starting a business, or even planning a scale-up, a business plan is a very important part of the process. This strategic tool helps define your short and long-term goals while providing a blueprint for your next steps.

DSA Prospect Director, Gary McHale and his team act as lead advisor to e2e-assure on the £10.5m investment by BGF.