The Abbey National has produced a book giving advice on starting a business.

A Guide To Working For Yourself is available from WH Smith and Menzies and costs £12.99.

This practical guide shows how more people are making the break for themselves.

It covers all the major considerations, including useful contact addresses, web sites and an A-Z of ideas for the self-employed.

The Argus has 30 copies to give away on a first come, first served basis.

Write to: Business, Working for Yourself, The Argus, Crowhurst Road, Hollingbury, Brighton.

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