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Andy King, Chief Executive and Registrar of Companies for England and Wales looks back on a transformative year for Companies House, and sets out what's ahead for 2026.
Companies House has introduced new identity verification requirements for people with significant control (PSCs). Find out why, how and when you need to verify if you're a PSC.
Directors and people with significant control (PSCs) can verify their identity through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP). This blog post explores the benefits of using an ACSP to verify.
From 18 November 2025, identity verification with Companies House becomes a legal requirement. Find out how we're helping businesses to prepare.
From 18 November 2025, directors and people with significant control (PSCs) will be legally required to verify their identity. Read more about the identity verification process.
Anyone setting up, running, owning or controlling a company in the UK will need to verify their identity to prove they are who they claim to be. Find out why this is good for business.
Read how we used our new powers to remove nearly 1,000 fraudulent restaurant company 'clones' from the register.
In June 2015, Companies House launched the free Find and update company information service on GOV.UK. Read more about how this increased corporate transparency and supported economic growth.
If you're planning to verify the identity of clients for Companies House, you’ll need to register your business as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP). Find out how to get your business ready.
Prototypes allow us to evaluate the designs of our services and decide if they're fit for purpose. Find out more about why we use them.
See Companies House vacancies on Civil Service Jobs.
Visit our careers hub to find tips and advice on applying for jobs at Companies House.
