Self-employment
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Outline of what you need to know if you are thinking of setting up a business. -
This page explains where to find information on starting a business, including the organisations and agencies that can help. -
Find out about important considerations when you decide to sell or close your business. -
This page is a summary of the COVID Restrictions Support Scheme (CRSS). -
This page summarises the supports for businesses as they recover from COVID-19 disruptions and deal with the rising costs of living. -
Quicklinks to useful documents about self-employment. -
This page summarises the supports available to make your business green, sustainable and eco-friendly. -
Find out how to set up a business in Ireland, from writing a business plan to hiring employees. -
If you’re starting a business, you will need a business plan to approach a financial institution for a loan, apply for a small business grant, or pitch to investors. -
Find out how to employ staff in your new business, and the responsibilities you have as an employer. -
If you own a business, you must make sure it is tax compliant. This page outlines the tax obligations you must meet as a sole trader or partnership in Ireland. -
Information about self-employment and a description of the tax and legal implications. -
If your business has closed, or if you are self-employed but have less work and less income than before, you may qualify for a social welfare payment.This document is in: Payments for unemployed people