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Free UK Business Legal & Compliance Calculators 2026

Business insurance premiums, GDPR fine risk, DBS check costs, alcohol licensing, ICO fees, trademark registration and Companies House filing — updated for 2025/26. Free to use, no account needed.

UK Legal & Compliance Costs 2025/26

Legal and compliance costs are often overlooked when planning a UK business budget. From ICO data protection registration (mandatory for most businesses processing personal data) to DBS checks for regulated sectors, alcohol licensing for hospitality venues and trademark registration to protect your brand — these calculators give you accurate cost estimates based on 2025/26 government fee schedules without needing to consult a solicitor for a ballpark figure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum GDPR fine in the UK?
The maximum UK GDPR fine is £17.5 million or 4% of annual global turnover — whichever is higher — for serious infringements of UK GDPR (as set out in the Data Protection Act 2018). Standard infringements carry a lower maximum of £8.7 million or 2% of global turnover. The ICO primarily issues large fines to significant organisations and tends to use warnings and improvement notices for smaller businesses.
How much does a DBS check cost in 2025?
DBS check costs in 2025: Basic £18; Standard £38; Enhanced £38; Enhanced with Barred Lists check £38. Volunteers can access Basic and Standard checks free of charge via registered charities. Enhanced checks for volunteers cost £6.50. The DBS Update Service subscription is £16 per year per individual.
How much does it cost to register a UK trademark?
UK IPO trademark registration costs £200 for the first class, plus £50 for each additional class (online filing). Right Start applications cost £200 for the first class (examination before the full fee is committed). Attorney fees for search, advice and filing typically add £500-1,500. EUIPO (EU trademark) applications cost €850 for the first class.
What is the ICO data protection fee for small businesses?
The ICO data protection fee for 2025/26: Tier 1 (micro organisations — 10 or fewer staff and £632,000 or less turnover) £40/year; Tier 2 (small and medium organisations) £60/year; Tier 3 (large organisations or those with high-risk processing) £2,900/year. Most charities pay a reduced Tier 1 rate of £40. Certain organisations are exempt including some not-for-profits and individuals processing data purely for personal use.