Date: Thursday 22 October 2026, 16:30 – 19:00
Location: Online webinar
A new opportunity for Eastbourne sole traders – could a Limited Company be the right next step for your business?
Can’t make the in-person workshop?
Join us online for this FREE early-evening webinar, designed specifically for Eastbourne sole traders and micro businesses who want to better understand their business structure options and plan for the future.
Whether you’re actively considering becoming a Limited Company, exploring opportunities for growth, or simply want to understand the advantages and disadvantages of different business structures, this practical session will provide clear, impartial guidance to help you make an informed decision.
Led by award-winning accountant and tax specialist Chris Barnard from Collective Concepts Accounting, this live online webinar will explore the key differences between operating as a Sole Trader and a Limited Company, helping you understand the financial, legal and practical implications of each, so you can decide what’s right for your business now and in the future.
Who can attend
This programme is only open to businesses who are located and trading within the Eastbourne Borough Council district.
- Sole traders who’s principle trading address is within the Eastbourne borough
- Eastbourne businesses considering incorporation or planning for growth
- Early-stage and established Eastbourne businesses wanting to better understand their options
What will be covered
- The key differences between operating as a Sole Trader and a Limited Company
- Tax, financial and compliance considerations
- Director responsibilities and legal obligations
- VAT, bookkeeping and ‘Making Tax Digital’ requirements
- The impact of business structure on credibility, growth and risk
- Common myths and misconceptions
- How to decide whether incorporation is right for your business
Step Up: Ltd is a fully-funded business support programme commissioned by Eastbourne Borough Council as part of its Build & Thrive series. The programme is funded by Eastbourne Borough Council from local employment and training contributions generated from qualifying developments in accordance with the Local Employment and Training Supplementary Planning Document.