What is a Holding Company?
A ‘holding’ company is an entity that has been created to own and control shares or assets in other companies. A recent survey of UK accountants found that around one-third […]
Self-employed or limited company: Which is right for you?
When choosing whether to be self-employed or set up a limited company, the answer will depend on a range of factors, including your future growth plans and expected profit levels.
Company Formation: Identity Checks from 18 Nov 2025
From 18 November 2025, identity verification becomes a legal requirement for UK company formation and ongoing corporate administration. Under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, all company directors
How the Verification Process Works for the Register of Overseas Entities
The verification process for the Register of Overseas Entities ensures that overseas owners of UK property and land disclose accurate and true information about who really controls them. Since the
Filing an Overseas Entity Update Statement – What You Must Know
Did you know that it is a legal requirement for all overseas entities with interests in UK property to file an overseas entity update statement with Companies House each year?
Overseas Entity Registration in the UK Explained
The process of overseas entity registration is a legal requirement for all non-UK businesses that own, or are planning to buy, property or land in the UK under the Economic
How to Restore a Dissolved Company in the UK
Many limited company owners and other stakeholders don’t realise that they can restore a dissolved company in the UK, allowing it to resume trading or to recover assets. How you
High-Risk Jurisdictions when Registering a UK Company
When registering a UK company, your country of residence – and in some cases your citizenship – can mean extra compliance checks under anti-money laundering rules. This page explains what
How to Open a Business Bank Account for Non-UK Residents
Opening a UK business bank account for non-residents can be challenging, but there are clear solutions if you know where to look. If you want to start your own company
UK Company Formations: 2025 Review
This review of UK company formations in 2025 provides an overview of the latest official statistics on incorporations, dissolutions, and the wider business population. Drawing on data from Companies House,