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Starting a Business
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Sole trader | A business set up, owned and run by one person, e.g. farmer, chemist |
| Private limited company | A business set up by 1–149 people e.g. River Island, Zara. |
| Partnership | A business set up, owned and managed by 2–20 people, e.g. doctors, solicitors |
| Unlimited liability | If the business goes bankrupt then the person is totally responsible and liable for paying all the debts. |
| Continuity of existence | The company continues to operate even if shareholders leave/die. |
| Deed of partnership | A written legal contract outlining the conditions of the partnership. |
| Shareholders | The people who is an owner in a private limited company. |
| Limited liability | The owner cannot be held personally liable for the debts of the company. |
| Companies Registration Office- CRO | Where shareholders register their company and send annual returns to. |
| Certificate of incorporation | Legal document that brings the company into existence. |