A partnership is a business structure where two or more people share ownership, responsibility, and profits. Partnerships must register with HMRC, submit a partnership tax return, and each partner reports their share of profit or loss on their personal tax return. Partnerships can be simple to set up but require clear agreements to avoid misunderstandings.
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