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The Department for Business and Trade reports on how Companies House is implementing parts 1 to 3 of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.
From today (Monday 4 March 2024), Companies House has new and enhanced powers to improve the quality and reliability of its data and tackle misuse of the companies register.
We review our fees every year to make sure they’re set at the right level.
Companies House is aiming to introduce the first set of measures under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act on 4 March 2024.
The milestone figure has been reached following the register’s launch at Companies House last year.
All limited companies, whether they trade or not, must deliver accounts to Companies House each year. This includes dormant companies.
All post will need to be sent to our Cardiff office from 4 March 2024.
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act received Royal Assent on Thursday 26 October.
Companies House Chief Executive Louise Smyth will serve a second term as president of the Corporate Registers Forum (CRF).
We need your feedback to make sure our digital channels are as effective as possible.
Companies House is proud to have retained its Investors in People (IiP) ‘we invest in people’ platinum status.
If you’re due to file accounts with Companies House by the end of September, allow plenty of time before your deadline.
Our Edinburgh office will be moving to a new location on 4 September 2023.
Companies House has been given a top award for its work in implementing the Register of Overseas Entities.
From 1 April 2023, the way obliged entities can report a material discrepancy has changed.
Our Companies House Direct (CHD) and WebCHeck services are closing on 30 November 2023.
Notices sent to overseas entities who need to register information with Companies House about their UK property and beneficial owners.
John Clarke has been announced as the new chair of Companies House, replacing Lesley Cowley.
Overseas organisations owning UK land must have publicly declared their true owners, under world leading UK laws to crack down on dirty money.
Our strategy shows how we’re committed to delivering an inclusive and diverse culture where all employees can flourish, drive high performance and deliver brilliant service.
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