smallbusiness.co.uk: Helping your business think big

The first thing you should do is to visit the Trading Standards Office. You can do this through your local Council or via the website: www.tradingstandards.gov.uk. This service provides the information to ensure that you operate within the law and best practice. They can also point you in the right direction for any further advice that you require.

For more general information on starting a new business venture, call Business Link for London on 0845 6000 787 or visit the website: www.businesslink4london.com (From April 2007 - www.bllondon.co.uk)