A selection of websites you may find useful

Institutes and associations

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland
The official site for chartered accountants in Scotland providing news updates and information resources for members.

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
The official site for chartered accountants in England and Wales providing news updates and information resources.

Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland
A source of reference for chartered accountants in Ireland.

Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators
The membership organisation for chartered secretaries and administrators, promoting best practice and providing guidance on governance and regulatory issues in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors.

The Institute of Directors
Resources for Directors include news and press releases, membership, services, job opportunities, shopping, the gazette and a library.

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Information about the association including online exam results, media resources, teaching and qualifications.

Government and taxation

Business Link
Aimed at helping small businesses during their early stages of development.

The Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform
Offers information for small businesses, consumers and employees and guidance on new regulations.

Small business

Better Business
A subscription-based magazine and online resource aimed at micro/home business owners and managers, freelancers, accountants and the self-employed.

BusinessZone
An online community website for the UK small business sector.

Enterprising Woman
An online magazine for women entrepreneurs.

Federation of Small Businesses
Contains a wealth of information for business as well as a forum and a members area.