Company constitution resourcesEnhanced articles of association - single share class
These articles have been professionally drafted to offer enhancements upon the standard Model Articles for private companies limited by shares. The improvements afforded are detailed in the attached article.
These articles of association are only suitable for companies with a single class of shares - see below if you need enhanced articles for more than one share class.
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Enhanced articles of association - two share classes
These articles have been professionally drafted to offer enhancements upon the standard Model Articles for private companies limited by shares. The improvements afforded are detailed in the attached article.
These articles of association are only suitable for companies with two classes of shares - other enhanced articles are available on this page for one class or three classes of shares.
This download is associated with What the Model Articles of Association don’t include
Enhanced articles of association - three share classes
These articles have been professionally drafted to offer enhancements upon the standard Model Articles for private companies limited by shares. The improvements afforded are detailed in the attached article.
These articles of association are only suitable for companies with three classes of shares - other enhanced articles are available above for one class or two classes of shares.
This download is associated with What the Model Articles of Association don’t include
Amended model articles of association - sole director companies
These articles are for use by private companies limited by shares with a sole director. They are amended in response to the decision in Hashmi v. Lorimer-Wing, which challenged the validity of decisions made by a sole director in companies using the standard model articles.
The company number field should be removed if these articles are to be used when forming a new company. If the articles are being adopted for an existing company, you must add the company number in the highlighted field provided.
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Template shareholders agreement
This shareholders' agreement template has been professionally drafted to cover the key clauses that are most commonly needed as part of an agreement between shareholders. The main terms included in the template are detailed in the attached article.
We'd always recommend you seek professional legal advice to ensure that any shareholders' agreement you adopt is appropriate to the particular circumstances and needs of your company and its shareholders.
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Written resolution to amend articles of association
A written resolution, signed by all shareholders, can be used when a company's articles of association are changed.
This template is for amending the existing articles. If you're replacing the articles with a new set, use the template below.
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Written resolution to adopt new articles of association
A written resolution, signed by all shareholders, can be used when a company's articles of association are changed.
This template is for replacing the articles with an entirely new set. If you're amending the existing articles instead, use the template above.
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Special resolution to amend articles of association
A special resolution to change a company's articles of association can be passed at a general meeting of shareholders.
This template, which can be amended to sent to Companies House, is for amending the existing articles. If you're replacing the articles with a new set, use the template below.
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Special resolution to adopt new articles of association
A special resolution to change a company's articles of association can be passed at a general meeting of shareholders.
This template, which can be amended to sent to Companies House, is for replacing the existing articles with a new set. If you're amending the existing articles, use the template above.
This download is associated with How to change a company's articles of association
Shareholders' written resolution to ratify prior decisions
A written resolution, signed by eligible shareholders, can be used to ratify previous decisions by the board of directors.
This template is aimed at the situation where, following the decision in Hashmi v. Lorimer-Wing, shareholders may wish to ratify board decisions made while a company with a single director used model articles of association (or articles based on them).
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Board resolution to change registered office
A board resolution is required to approve any change to the company's registered office address.
This template can be tailored to update your own company's registered office.
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Specimen LLP agreement
This LLP agreement template has been professionally drafted to cover the key clauses that are most commonly needed as part of an agreement between LLP members. The main terms included in the template are detailed in the attached article.
We'd always recommend you seek professional legal advice to ensure that any LLP agreement you adopt is appropriate to the particular circumstances and needs of your limited liability partnership and its members.
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Model articles for private companies limited by shares
Model articles of association for private companies limited by shares incorporated on or after 28 April 2013.
All limited companies must have articles of association. These set the rules company officers must follow when running their companies.
“Model” articles of association are the standard default articles a company can use. They are prescribed by The Companies (Model Articles) Regulations 2008.
Model articles for private companies limited by guarantee
Model articles of association for private companies limited by guarantee that were incorporated on or after 28 April 2013.
All limited companies must have articles of association. These set the rules company officers must follow when running their companies.
“Model” articles of association are the standard default articles a company can use. They are prescribed by The Companies (Model Articles) Regulations 2008.
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B Corp and enhanced articles
For companies seeking B Corp certification, this download includes both the B Corp wording and the Inform Direct Enhanced Articles. The Enhanced Articles have been professionally drafted to offer enhancements upon the standard Model Articles.
If known, you should add the company number using the field provided.
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