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Social enterprise: legal issues

There are legal issues to be aware of when setting up a social enterprise. You must consider if your venture is a social enterprise or charity and be aware of which legal form to use. Get expert social enterprise advice using these articles on the legal issues involved with social enterprises.

Charity vs Social Enterprise

Why registering as a charity might be the best route for your social enterprise
Legal form as protection

How to legally safeguard your social purpose
Choosing your legal form

How to decide which form is best for your social enterprise
Social enterprise and legal form

The legal forms that social enterprises can take

Funding for your small business

Why a business bank loan may be the best option for your start-up
Are your customers credit worthy?

How to minimise the risk of late or non-payment
Making business connections

How to network effectively to create long-term partnerships, generate leads and find...

KnowHow NonProfit

Established in 2009, KnowHow NonProfit is a non profit and charity resource page providing expert content for those working in the third sector on anything from fundraising to managing volunteers in organisations.
HBV Enterprise

HBV Enterprise is a long established Hackney based charity and Enterprise Agency offering support to individuals who want to start, fund or grow an enterprise in the borough of Hackney and surrounding areas. The organisation, which is based in Dalston (London E8), was established in 1984.