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Why your business should invest in the UK

Are you thinking of setting up a business in the UK? Are you a foreign national wanting to expand your reach? Establishing a UK business will provide your business with access to one of the largest start-up communities in the world. The UK has long been recognised as a leading global business centre with a world-class regulatory and legal system. Here, we explore Why your business should invest in the UK.

Businesses that invest in the market can access a market of more than 60 million consumers, diverse suppliers, and partners, and benefit from a range of programmes to help businesses of all shapes and sizes grow.

The UK is one of the most innovative countries in the world – ranked in the top 5 countries in the Global Innovation Index 2019. Many of the world’s biggest and most dynamic companies – including Google, Facebook, Amazon, Coca-Cola – have chosen the UK as their European headquarters.

Here, we look at why your business should invest in the UK.

Low business operating costs

The UK has relavitely low taxes, fair but competitive tax rules, and generous tax relief for innovation. These conditions are essential for businesses to establish themselves successfully and profitably.  

Access to a highly skilled workforce

When you set up to the UK, you’ll gain access to graduates from four of the world’s top ten universities, combined with the skill, commitment, and flexibility of the country’s workforce are recognised as proven commercial assets by the thousands of international companies that have already invested in the UK.

With a labour force of 32 million and an employment rate of around 75%, the UK is one of the top European economies for attracting, cultivating and retaining global talent. With such a mobile labour force in a geographical area half the size of France, businesses can access the skills they need from anywhere in the UK.

A robust infrastructure

The UK has a digital infrastructure that supports a tech sector larger than the rest of Europe combined and is home to the largest air transport system in Europe connecting the UK globally.

With over 70 airports, 40 major ports, excellent rail links and toll-free motorways, the UK has the ideal combination of infrastructure components to move goods and people around the country in simple, affordable ways.

How can we help?

UK Advisory Services is a carefully selected global network of SME independent professionals who can help you establish a solid foundation for your business in the UK. We also support UK businesses looking to expand into new markets. Contact us to learn more.