Companies House Changes

IMPORTANT UPDATE: UPCOMING CHANGES TO IDENTITY VERIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AT COMPANIES HOUSE Significant changes to identity verification (IDV) requirements at Companies House are on the horizon, introduced under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA). These reforms are designed to boost corporate transparency, combat economic crime, and maintain the integrity of the public register … Read more

Don’t go breaking my art…

When Elton John accuses the government of “committing theft”, it’s clear the battle over artificial intelligence and copyright has hit a high note. He’s among a growing number of prominent artists calling for greater transparency over how AI companies are using copyrighted material, and the controversy has peers and ministers locked in legislative “ping-pong” over … Read more

Succession planning for agricultural estates

Succession planning for agricultural estates has become more challenging due to provisions announced in the UK 2024 Budget. The key change is the capping of Agricultural and Business property relief. What is agricultural and business property relief? Agricultural and business property relief applies to qualifying assets eligible for 100% agricultural property relief and 100% business … Read more

Devil in the detail with new identity checks for directors 

Company directors are being urged to prepare for a major change, as Companies House introduces new identity checks for those setting up, running or owning UK businesses. The new identity verification requirements, introduced under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, are being rolled out in stages and will soon become compulsory.  Companies are … Read more

Preparation of a business Lasting Power of Attorney – considering the advantages, need and practical examples

We are all familiar with lasting Powers of Attorney, which allows individuals to appoint an attorney to manage their personal affairs if they cannot do so themselves. A business lasting power of attorney operates on the same basis. It is a document that appoints an attorney to deal with your business affairs and make decisions … Read more

Chancellor’s certain statement for uncertain times

Chancellor’s Spring Statement signals opportunities for defence, construction, and tech sectors Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered a confident Spring Statement, aiming to instil certainty at home amid growing global uncertainty, highlighting opportunities for businesses — particularly in construction, defence, and tech — to benefit from the government’s growth plans. Setting out strategies designed to boost defence … Read more

How to negotiate a commercial lease

There are always tensions between landlord and tenant when negotiating a commercial lease. That is why it is important to understand the key points to negotiate in the commercial lease. You should also seek legal advice from a commercial property solicitor. When you engage a commercial property solicitor, they will explain the key points in … Read more