# Set up a business in Derby
A practical launch path for Derby founders using East Midlands support, universities, local procurement and UK startup finance, covering registration, tax, banking, licences, evidence and first customers in Derby and the East Midlands.
Context: Derby and the East Midlands
Source: Startup Derby
Official reference: https://www.gov.uk/set-up-business
## Action checklist
- [ ] Choose the right registration route for Derby and the East Midlands.
- [ ] List tax, bank, licensing and insurance tasks before trading.
- [ ] Save official receipts and reference numbers in your founder records.
## Task flow
- [ ] Open the local Startup Derby guide and read the action checklist.
- [ ] Verify the current requirement using Official GOV.UK setup guide.
- [ ] Assign an owner, deadline, evidence folder and next conversation.