{"id":26393,"date":"2025-10-10T15:51:29","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T15:51:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/?post_type=knowledge&#038;p=26393"},"modified":"2025-10-10T15:51:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T15:51:31","slug":"most-profitable-business-in-uk","status":"publish","type":"knowledge","link":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/strategy\/most-profitable-business-in-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"The UK businesses turning a profit in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Revenue is vanity, profit is sanity. There isn\u2019t a more essential measure of a business\u2019s success and sustainability. But when it comes to profit, not all businesses are created equal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Profitable businesses find the balance between customer demand, low start up costs, and working in a growing industry. Find out which professions are the most profitable in 2025.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-30c80bf8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:35px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Most profitable UK businesses in the UK: key takeaways<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#h-1-ai-consultant\">AI consultants<\/a> are in high demand, with technology and AI sectors receiving lots of funding in the UK. As businesses look to adopt AI more in their processes, the demand for AI consultants could continue to grow\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">the <a href=\"#h-2-pet-care-services\">pet industry in the UK<\/a> continues to grow each year. Pet groomers, walkers, and sitters are thriving businesses. But pet food and toy products are profitable too<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">the <a href=\"#h-3-hair-and-beauty-products-and-services\">hair and beauty sector<\/a> is booming. Whether its products or services, the demand for self-care products is high<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">social media has given <a href=\"#h-4-cleaning-services\">cleaning businesses<\/a> a whole new revenue stream. Before and after or satisfying deep cleaning videos have added interest to an already profitable industry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#h-5-specialised-tradesperson\">skilled tradespeople<\/a> are booked up months in advance. With builders, dryliners, and glaziers all making considerable profits in the last year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What makes a business profitable?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For entrepreneurs that are just starting out or looking for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/starting-out\/how-to-find-a-gap-in-the-market\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"983\" >gap in the market<\/a>, focusing on these things can help you take a step towards a profitable business:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">jumping on a trend in the market \u2013 when you\u2019re selling a trending product, you can experience rapid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/strategy\/what-is-business-growth\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1206\" >business growth<\/a> and higher sales\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">low startup costs \u2013 the less money you need to spend to get your business up and running, the more profit you\u2019ll make\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">satisfying a demand \u2013 if your product solves a problem or meets a demand, you should get a steady stream of customers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-uk-businesses-turning-a-profit-in-2025\">The UK businesses turning a profit in 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the factors above in mind, we\u2019ve put together a list of businesses and industries that, with the right expertise and application, have the potential to make you a profit.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-ai-consultant\">1. AI consultant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether it\u2019s the government&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/news\/investment-in-british-ai-companies-hits-record-levels-as-tech-sec-pitches-uk-as-global-magnet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u00a32 billion pledge<\/a> or Microsoft\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.microsoft.com\/on-the-issues\/2025\/09\/16\/microsoft-30-billion-uk-ai-future\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">$30 billion dollar&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.microsoft.com\/on-the-issues\/2025\/09\/16\/microsoft-30-billion-uk-ai-future\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">commitment<\/a> to the UK \u2013 there\u2019s lots of investment in AI. AI businesses made <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/artificial-intelligence-sector-study-2024\/artificial-intelligence-sector-study-2024\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u00a329.8 billion in the UK<\/a> in 2024 and it looks set to grow further.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI consultants offer guidance to businesses to help them use AI effectively. And with businesses of all sizes looking to adopt AI \u2013 consultants are benefiting from the AI boom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Daily rates for contractors <a href=\"https:\/\/insightfulai.co.uk\/cost-of-ai-consulting-in-the-uk-what-smes-actually-pay\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">average at \u00a3580<\/a> while specialist consultants can earn over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morganmckinley.com\/uk\/salary-guide\/data\/ai-ml-specialist\/london\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u00a3100,000 a year<\/a>. And because the work is mainly online, the start-up costs are low.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The earning potential of AI consultants could grow along with the industry. As more businesses bring AI into their strategy, the demand will increase for knowledgeable AI consultants.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So if you\u2019ve got a background in tech and want to specialise in a fast-emerging industry, a role as an AI consultant could be for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-pet-care-services\">2. Pet care services\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UK is a nation filled with pet lovers who are willing to spend money on their furry friends \u2013 with the UK pet care industry projected to be <a href=\"https:\/\/socialpack.co.uk\/blogs\/all-brands-blog\/%F0%9F%90%BE-thinking-of-starting-a-business-here-s-why-the-pet-sector-might-be-perfect-for-you\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">worth \u00a316.5 billion<\/a> by 2033<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And the range of work in the industry makes it accessible regardless of your experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for a low cost business idea in the pet care world? Pet walking and pet sitting services require little startup costs, which means you have a greater chance at making a profit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alternatively, a pet grooming business offers a higher earning potential. While the start up costs are more than other pet businesses, they\u2019re worthwhile investments. Pet grooming was worth <a href=\"https:\/\/insightproanalytics.wordpress.com\/2025\/10\/01\/united-kingdom-pet-grooming-market\/#:~:text=The%20United%20Kingdom%20pet%20grooming%20market%20has%20witnessed%20robust%20growth,expansion%20throughout%20the%20forecast%20period.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">around \u00a3420 million<\/a> in 2024, with projections for continued growth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are lots of things to consider when establishing a pet grooming business. Our video below, with professional dog groomer Kim, goes through some of the essential steps you need to take.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to become a dog groomer in the UK \u2013 step-by-step guide\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vWaXuUXPcfY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-hair-and-beauty-products-and-services\">3. Hair and beauty products and services\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hair and beauty sector in the UK was <a href=\"https:\/\/cosmeticsbusiness.com\/beauty-sector-delivered-30-4-billion-gdp-to-uk-economy-in-2024\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">worth \u00a330.4 billion<\/a> in 2024. Just the services alone, like hairdressing and beauty treatments, were estimated to be worth \u00a35.9 billion. And the size of this market will only grow further.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is driven by increasing consumer demand for skincare, cosmetics, and wellness products. Successful small businesses offer niche products, personalised services, or creative brands. But most importantly, they capitalise on online trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most profitable businesses manage to put it all together to create a strong brand identity and line of products alongside their services.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DO0OXSQgs09\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:500px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DO0OXSQgs09\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DO0OXSQgs09\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Rascals Barbershop \u00ae\ufe0f (@rascalsbarbershop)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-cleaning-services\">4. Cleaning services\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With some estimating that the global industry will be worth <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortunebusinessinsights.com\/cleaning-services-market-107295\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u00a3486 billion by 2030<\/a>, cleaning services are in demand.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most cleaning businesses have the potential to be profitable businesses, whether you\u2019re working on local houses or bigger corporate cleaning jobs. Our guide explains the variety of ways you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/starting-out\/how-to-start-a-cleaning-business-in-the-uk\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1446\" >run a successful cleaning business<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Social media is playing a bigger role for cleaning businesses too. Before and after cleaning videos are popular online, with some business owners creating whole revenue streams from social media.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-tiktok wp-block-embed-tiktok\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@tcleansx\/video\/7519922994022616322\" data-video-id=\"7519922994022616322\" data-embed-from=\"oembed\" style=\"max-width:605px; min-width:325px;\"> <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@tcleansx\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@tcleansx?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@tcleansx<\/a> <p>come to work with me as a cleaner \ud83e\ude77 <a title=\"cleaner\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleaner?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#cleaner<\/a> <a title=\"clean\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/clean?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#clean<\/a> <a title=\"cleaning\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleaning?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#cleaning<\/a> <a title=\"cleantok\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleantok?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#cleantok<\/a> <a title=\"cleaningtiktok\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleaningtiktok?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#cleaningtiktok<\/a> <a title=\"cleantiktok\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleantiktok?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#cleantiktok<\/a> <a title=\"cleanwithme\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleanwithme?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#cleanwithme<\/a> <a title=\"cleaningmotivation\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleaningmotivation?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#cleaningmotivation<\/a> <a title=\"spendthedaywithme\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/spendthedaywithme?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#spendthedaywithme<\/a> <a title=\"cleaningbusiness\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cleaningbusiness?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#cleaningbusiness<\/a> <a title=\"kent\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/kent?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#kent<\/a> <a title=\"medway\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/medway?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#medway<\/a> <a title=\"fyp\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/fyp?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#fyp<\/a> <a title=\"foryouuu\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/foryouuu?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#foryouuu<\/a> <a title=\"foryoupagee\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/foryoupagee?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">#foryoupagee<\/a> <\/p> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c Passion fruit drake full song - harmoniamusiq\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/Passion-fruit-drake-full-song-7346238387341560608?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u266c Passion fruit drake full song &#8211; harmoniamusiq<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-specialised-tradesperson\">5. Specialised tradesperson\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The demand for skilled tradespeople is high in the UK \u2013 with four months being the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmb.org.uk\/resource\/how-far-in-advance-should-homeowners-be-planning-home-improvement-works.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">average wait time for a quality builder<\/a>. Recent data from Simply Business revealed which trades earn the most in the UK \u2013&nbsp; and where they\u2019re based. So if you\u2019re a builder in Chichester, you might be in luck.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Builders had an average <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/trades\/top-earning-trades\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1549\" >pre-tax turnover of \u00a3110,260<\/a> in 2024. Dryliners, groundworkers, and glaziers also all ranked highly amongst trades in the UK.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And depending on where you\u2019re based, you could make even more profit.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1023\" height=\"870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/10\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/10\/image.png 1023w, https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/10\/image.png?resize=800,680 800w, https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/10\/image.png?resize=768,653 768w, https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/10\/image.png?resize=150,128 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1023px) 100vw, 1023px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-30c80bf8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:35px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-run-your-business-successfully\">How to run your business successfully<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having a good idea is only a small part of running a profitable business. Here are some useful guides that can help you brush up on the essential skills to running a successful business:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/funding\/small-business-grants\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1525\">Everything you need to know about small business grants<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/marketing\/how-to-advertise-your-business\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1410\">The ultimate guide to advertising your small business<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/strategy\/small-business-strategy-examples\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"17765\">The ultimate guide to business strategy<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-useful-guides-for-small-business-owners\">More useful guides for small business owners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/starting-out\/what-is-an-sme\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1575\">What is an SME?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/starting-out\/best-online-business-ideas\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"25585\">11 best online business ideas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/banking\/best-small-business-bank-account\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1332\">Best small business bank accounts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/cs\/welcome\/public-liability-insurance-t-v2\/\">What is public liability insurance?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"nba-upsell-001\" class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-94e519ba wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Ready to set up your cover?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">As one of the UK&#8217;s biggest <a href=\"\/business-insurance\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"5152\">business insurance<\/a> providers, we specialise in <a href=\"\/business-insurance\/public-liability-insurance\/\">public liability insurance<\/a> and protect more trades than anybody else. 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