Goodbye PO Box – hello virtual office!
We’re all familiar with PO Box addresses – when sending documents to large organisations such as the DVLA or smaller businesses that don’t have a business address. But earlier this year things changed – and now they’re no longer deemed an ‘appropriate address’.
This change was part of an effort by the last UK government to improve corporate transparency and combat economic crime by ensuring that registered businesses have a traceable and verifiable location, with an appropriate address that can record document delivery and designate a person to receive posted or hand-delivered documents.
Go virtual
Many companies have been choosing virtual office packages for some time to have a business address on their website and company information – rather than use a personal address. It looks more professional for a start – but now a registered business address is required by UK law, these kind of packages are becoming more useful.
Often a virtual office package will include a registered business address – and other benefits that can be really helpful for a start-up or entrepreneur, such as mail handling (get all your mail sorted for you to pick up); phone call handling (choose a package with a helpful reception team who can take your calls for you). What’s more, some packages, such as those available at our Allia Future Business Centres offer free meeting room space as well – so that you can take your meetings in a professional environment and set the right tone for your venture.
If you’re currently looking to embrace the benefits of a virtual office, consider our unique location at the Peterborough United Football Stadium.
We’ve had a virtual office at the Peterborough Future Business Centre for years. It has everything a small business like ours needs. The quality and flexibility of the working environment is fantastic – with a café, meeting spaces and conference rooms. The key thing is the impression given to our visiting clients; it allows us to punch above our weight. The friendly and efficient staff makes it feel like our own home or office. I can’t see us leaving!”
Richard Uglow, Director of Enrichyou
Why Choose Our Peterborough Virtual Office?
- Distinctive Address: Located at Peterborough United Football Stadium, your business will be associated with a location that’s both renowned and memorable.
- Enhanced Mail Services: Enjoy secure mail handling so you never miss important documents.
- Cost effective: Save on overhead costs while enjoying a prime location.
- Community Connection: Benefit from the strong community ties, local business networks and support associated with Peterborough United.
By choosing our virtual offices, you not only adapt to the latest legal changes but also position your business at a location that resonates with impactful businesses and like-minded indivuduals. This unique blend of professionalism and community connection can provide your business with a distinctive edge.
For more information on how to make the switch and the benefits of our virtual office packages, feel free to email us at, hello@futurebusinesscentre.co.uk or go to Peterborough Virual Offices, Cambridge Virtual Offices
To read about the recent law changes, head to the GOV.UK website.
