200,000 startups use dual-registration service

Collaborative service simplifies setup for new businesses.

Thousands file tax returns over Christmas

Around 5.5 million returns to be completed before 31 January.

Dates and deadlines for January 2019

Key dates to remember from 2 January.

Businesses get to grips with apprenticeship levy

Directors call for levy to include other forms of training.

R&D investment grows to £23.7bn

Spending on innovation at highest point on record.