Prowess Journal

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SINCE 2002 · WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Tax-Free Childcare for Self-Employed Women: 2026/27 Guide

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The 2014 Budget removed a major barrier for self-employed women who needed help with childcare costs. For the first time, part-time self-employed workers, parents on maternity, paternity or adoption leave, and women starting a business could qualify for government support. More than a decade later, Tax-Free Childcare self-employed support is still available, but the schemes, […]

Legal Process of Setting Up a Business in the UK (2026)

Starting a business in the UK means more than finding customers and pricing your offer. The legal process of setting up a business UK founders follow determines how you pay tax, how much personal risk you carry, and which regulators you must notify. Getting the structure, registrations and ongoing duties right from the start protects […]

What Is Your Business Nature Score and Why Does It Matter?

Your nature score measures how your business affects the natural world, from carbon emissions and waste to biodiversity and supply chain impacts. For UK women running businesses in 2026, this measure is becoming a practical benchmark rather than a marketing label. Regulators, investors and customers are now asking for evidence that a company is not […]