joined the federation of small business yesterday. Here are some of the benefits free business banking for life with the co-op bank, if you dismiss an employee contact them they talk you thru if it goes wrong and you have followed there instructions they fight the case at tribunal and if you lose they pick up the tab. insurance for all accountancy fees if you have an inland revenue inspection. (average time an inspection takes is 18 months, inspectors aim to take money from small business's in 80% of inspections, and just to assist the inspectors are on a bonus system) there is also a 24 hour business solicitor service to answer any legal questions regarding your business. That is a proper solicitor on the phone. with at least 5 years experience in business law. Health and safety advice too. there are 2.5 million members in the uk great value at £140 per annum for a business with up to 4 employees.
I wish i had found them years earlier.