(Another) Inform Direct product update – October 2016
For the second time this month, we’ve got another exciting new development to share with you……
shares
What changes are Companies House making from 30 June 2016?
Several important changes to the information that new and existing companies must file at Companies House are coming into force on 30 June 2016. These changes, which form part of the package of reforms introduced in the Small…
What is a statement of capital?
The statement of capital was introduced on 1 October 2009 as part of the changes implemented by the Companies Act 2006, and effectively replaced the previous regime whereby there was an upper limit to the number of shares…
Can a child own shares?
In England and Wales the law doesn’t prevent a minor – defined as a child under the age of 18 – from owning assets, with the exception of land and buildings. However, this is complicated by the fact that a minor…
How to create a new share class
It is quite straightforward to create a new share class so that a company has multiple share classes in existence. A company can either create a new share class in addition to an existing class or split an existing share class…
How to forfeit shares
Forfeiture of shares is where the shareholder loses their entitlement to them as well as all rights under them. Shares are forfeited when a shareholder fails to meet an obligation under which the shares were issued to that…
2020 Review
of UK Company Formations
Read our comprehensive review of UK company formations in 2019, 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
