The resources below provide a useful starting point. They are intended to supplement professional advice, rather than replace guidance based on your business’s individual circumstances.
If you are unsure where to begin, speak to the Oldfield Advisory team. We can help you understand the issue, identify the appropriate next steps and, where necessary, direct you to the right organisation.
Speak to Oldfield Advisory
Our team supports business owners with tax, cash flow, forecasting, funding, financial performance and wider business decisions.
Telephone: 024 7667 3160
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm
Book an initial consultation
Tell us briefly what you would like to discuss and suggest a convenient date and time. A member of our team will contact you by email to confirm the appointment.
Tax payment difficulties
HM Revenue & Customs
If you are concerned that your business will not be able to pay a tax bill on time, contact HMRC as early as possible.
Depending on your circumstances and the type of tax involved, you may be able to set up a payment plan or discuss a Time to Pay arrangement.
We recommend speaking to Oldfield Advisory before agreeing a payment arrangement so that the wider effect on your cash flow and financial position can be considered.
Government business support
Government-backed business support services provide general information about starting, running and growing a business, including available programmes, funding and regional support.
England
Business Support Service
Telephone: 0800 998 1098
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, excluding bank holidays
Scotland
Find Business Support Scotland
Telephone: 0300 303 0660
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Wales
Business Wales
Telephone: 0300 060 3000
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm, excluding public holidays
Northern Ireland
Invest Northern Ireland
Telephone: 0800 181 4422
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm
Employment and workplace guidance
Acas
Acas provides free and impartial information for employers and employees on workplace rights, employment rules, good practice and resolving workplace disputes.
Clients with access to an employment law helpline through their Oldfield protection scheme should use that service for advice relating to their individual circumstances.
Business debt and financial pressure
Business Debtline
Business Debtline is a registered charity providing free and impartial debt advice to self-employed people and small business owners.
Telephone: 0800 197 6026
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm
Financial pressure is often easier to address when it is identified early. Before making significant decisions about borrowing, repayment arrangements, restructuring or insolvency, speak to your Oldfield adviser.
Cyber security
National Cyber Security Centre
The National Cyber Security Centre provides practical guidance to help small and medium-sized organisations protect themselves from cyber attacks and respond to an incident.
Data protection
Information Commissioner’s Office
The Information Commissioner’s Office provides guidance for organisations on data protection, UK GDPR, direct marketing, personal information and reporting data breaches.
Company records and filings
Companies House
Companies House can assist with company filings, online services, company records and general enquiries about the register.
Important information: The organisations listed on this page are independent of Oldfield Advisory. Their contact details, opening hours, services and eligibility requirements may change. The information provided here is a general resource and should not be treated as tax, accounting, legal, employment or financial advice. Please contact us for guidance based on your individual circumstances.