An ERN (Employer Reference Number) is issued to every UK company that registers as an employer. It is also referred to as a PAYE reference number because it is used as a unique identifier by HMRC when processing payroll…
What is a PSC register?
From 6 April 2016 the vast majority of UK companies, even the smallest companies owned by a single person, must keep a Register of People with Significant Control (also known as a “PSC Register”). This register sits…
What are a company director’s duties?
What are the duties and responsibilities of a company director? Here we investigate what the Companies Act says a director should bear in mind when exercising their duty.…
How to issue shares – step by step
A new share allotment is one of the main ways for a company to raise new finance. Compared to share transfers, where no new money is received by the company, a share allotment can provide funds to expand or otherwise advance the…
Review of 2021 UK company formations
We’re delighted to release the Inform Direct 2022 Review of UK Company Formations.…
Inform Direct wins Feefo Platinum Award in 3rd Consecutive Year
We’re delighted again to be awarded the Platinum Trusted Service Award by Feefo, the reviews, ratings and customer analytics platform. This independent badge of excellence recognises exceptional customer service, based on real…
2022 Review
of UK Company Formations
Read our comprehensive review of UK company formations in 2021, year-on-year growth rates and breakdown by county. This detailed insight is provided in the form of easy to understand infographics available for sharing through social media and on your own website