Insights, guides, and updates about Companies House compliance.
The People with Significant Control (PSC) register is one of the most misunderstood—and most penalized—requirements for UK companies. Get it wrong and you're looking at fines from £500 up to £5,000+ for directors, plus criminal prosecution in serious cases. Learn the most expensive mistakes companies make and how to maintain compliant records.
Overdrawn director's loans can trigger a 33.75% Section 455 tax, benefit-in-kind charges above £10k, and anti-avoidance rules on repay-and-reborrow cycles. Learn the timelines, thresholds, and practical ways to stay compliant.
From 2026, all company directors will need to verify their identity with Companies House under the Economic Crime Act 2023. Learn which verification routes are available, key deadlines, and what you need to do to stay compliant.
Choosing between sole trader and limited company status? This guide compares filing requirements, deadlines, penalties (up to £8,300+ for companies), admin burden, and real costs to help you make the right decision for your business.
Companies House is raising fees from 1 February 2026 – confirmation statements jump to £50 (47% increase), company incorporation doubles to £100, and most filing fees are increasing. Here's what's changing and how to prepare.
Most directors know about Companies House filing penalties. But the real costs of non-compliance go far beyond late fees—from criminal records to personal bankruptcy. Learn about the £75,000-£700,000+ true cost of director disqualification and how to protect yourself.
Most company directors know about filing accounts. But there's another annual filing that catches thousands of businesses off guard – the confirmation statement. Miss this 14-day deadline and you could face criminal prosecution with fines up to £5,000 and company strike-off.
Every year, thousands of UK companies are struck off the register and dissolved, often catching directors completely off guard. Learn the warning signs, restoration costs (£1,000+), and prevention strategies.
Got hit with a late filing penalty? Learn when you can appeal, what grounds actually work, and the exact steps to follow. Most appeals fail, but knowing the rules can save you time and money.
Missing an accounts deadline is not only annoying. It can be expensive, public, and in the worst cases personal. Here is a clear guide to what it costs if you file late, plus a practical routine to stay on track.
If the economy were a giant library, a SIC code would be the call number on your company's spine. Learn what they are, why they matter, and how to choose the right one.