Retail businesses can operate as sole traders or limited companies. Consider your liability exposure and growth plans.
Quick and simple if you're starting a smaller retail operation.
Better liability protection for larger retail operations with stock, staff, and premises.
Understand your obligations for refunds, repairs, and replacements under consumer protection law.
Essential requirements for online selling including pre-contract information and cancellation rights.
Understand age verification requirements, Challenge 25 policy, and penalties for underage sales.
Comply with price display requirements including unit pricing and sale price rules.
Understand Sunday trading restrictions, exemptions, and employee opt-out rights.
Required if your taxable turnover exceeds £90,000. Voluntary registration available for lower turnovers.
Required before hiring your first employee.
Retailers typically need public liability, product liability, and employers' liability insurance.
If you collect customer data for marketing or loyalty schemes, understand your GDPR obligations.