Companies House
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Companies House — publications from its own official source.
Publications 15
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Seven linked companies shut down after Insolvency Service investigation with Companies House
The companies appeared unrelated until a joint investigation uncovered similar conduct concerns.
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Directors warned to verify identities with Companies House following first Insolvency Service prosecutions
Court action highlights legal duty on directors to complete identity verification
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Objections to company strike off to be submitted online only from 1 December 2026
Objections to limited companies being struck off the Companies House register will need to be submitted through our online service only. We will no longer accept objections by email.
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Transparency data: Companies House purchase ledger spend 2026
Information about our purchase ledger spending in 2026.
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Transparency data: Companies House government procurement card (GPC) spending 2026
Information about our GPC spending in 2026.
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How to prove your identity for Companies House at the Post Office
How to complete your identity verification in person at a Post Office, once you've entered your photo ID details online.
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Guidance: List of Authorised Corporate Service Providers (ACSPs)
This list includes details of businesses and sole traders that have registered as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP). This is also known as an authorised agent.
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Guidance: Ceased or suspended Authorised Corporate Service Providers (ACSPs)
This list includes details of businesses and sole traders that have had their ACSP status either suspended or ceased (removed).
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Guidance: Technical interface specifications for Companies House software
Technical specifications for developing software to send information to Companies House digitally.
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Using software to file your company's information
How to send information to Companies House using commercial software.
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Guidance: Companies House fees
A list of all the fees Companies House charges, and how we determine these fees.
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Being a company director
Understanding your role as director of a limited company and your responsibilities to Companies House.
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Company authentication codes for online filing
How to request and manage the company authentication code you'll need to file information online at Companies House.
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Set up and run a limited liability partnership (LLP)
Explains your responsibilities, including choosing a name, having a registered address, appointing designated members and registering with Companies House.
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Guidance: Filing your Companies House accounts
How to prepare and file annual accounts with Companies House for your UK registered company.
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Guidance: Overseas companies in the UK: registration and filing
Registration and filing obligations of an overseas company that opens an establishment in the UK.