Company records
Both a memorandum of association and articles of association are required for a company formed in the UK under the Companies Act 2006 and previous Companies Acts. The memorandum of association is the document that sets up the…
What is a company’s register of members?
Every company must maintain certain statutory registers, and the register of members is one of the most important. It is a record of who owns the company and stands to benefit from its activities. As such it is vital to keep it…
When are my annual accounts due?
Even if your company is non-trading or dormant, you must file annual accounts with Companies House.…
How to change a company’s articles of association
The articles of association form a vital part of a company’s constitution because they dictate how it governs itself. It is required under the Companies Act 2006 that every company have a written set of articles. In fact a…
What the Model Articles of Association don’t include
The articles of association are the written rules that govern how a company is run, governed and owned. Every company must have them. In another article we explain in detail some of the key provisions you would expect to see in…
What is a company seal?
A company seal is a device to emboss the company’s name – and usually the company registration number – onto documents. You might also see the seal referred to as a corporate seal or common seal. Historically, it…
2024 Review
of UK Company Formations
Read our comprehensive review of UK company formations in 2023, 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