How to choose a great business name
Choosing a business name can be one of the most exciting parts of setting up a new business and if you get it right, a real sense of pride.…
incorporation
What is a public limited company?
Around 95% of companies in the UK are private limited companies. The public limited company (or plc) is more rare and tightly regulated, but often seen as more prestigious.…
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…
Changes to company incorporations from 30 June 2016
As part of the implementation of the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015, there are a number of changes to the process of incorporating new companies. If you form a new company from 30 June 2016, you’ll need to…
What is a company’s UTR (unique taxpayer reference)?
A company’s unique taxpayer reference is a 10 digit number issued to all new limited companies. This code is often abbreviated to UTR and is otherwise known as a corporation tax reference or just tax reference. It is used by…
How to register a new company in 10 simple steps
It’s now really easy to register a company – long gone are the days when you had to file paper forms, wait weeks for approval and pay a princely sum for the privilege.…
2025 Review
of UK Company Formations
Read our comprehensive review of UK company formations in 2024, 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
