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Why identity verification is good for business

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Why identity verification is good for business

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.

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What is a company voluntary arrangement (CVA)?

Posted by: Alex Dunton, Posted on: 31 January 2019 - Categories: Closing a company, Running a company
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A CVA can give a viable business the chance of recovery. Our guest blog from Greenfield Recovery explains the benefits of this insolvency procedure.

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Checking the public company record

Posted by: Gary Townley - Senior communications manager, Posted on: 29 January 2019 - Categories: Digital transformation
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In business, it's good to know who you're working with. You can check the details and filing history of a company on our free online service, where more than 2.2 billion searches are made each year.

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Putting our people first

Posted by: Dan Ellis, Posted on: 25 January 2019 - Categories: Companies House transformation, Working at Companies House
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Find out what we've done to support our colleagues and how we've been recognised for our staff engagement and wellbeing.

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Companies House official statistics: your feedback

Posted by: Gemma Hendy, Posted on: 17 January 2019 - Categories: Digital transformation
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We've now published our consultation response. Here's what you told us about our official statistics.

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The cost to set up a limited company

Posted by: Gary Townley - Senior communications manager, Posted on: 15 January 2019 - Categories: Starting a company
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Our payment methods have changed a lot over the years. But has the fee to incorporate a company?

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How to avoid a late filing penalty

Posted by: Gary Townley - Senior communications manager, Posted on: 19 December 2018 - Categories: Running a company
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Some tips to make sure your company files accounts on time.

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Nut milk and swimwear: Lord Sugar has chosen his latest apprentice

Posted by: Jason Pawlin, Posted on: 17 December 2018 - Categories: Business stories
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Find out which start up company Lord Sugar has chosen for his latest investment.

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Spotting early signs of insolvency and ways to resolve it

Posted by: Alex Dunton, Posted on: 6 December 2018 - Categories: Closing a company, Running a company
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Insolvency is often a difficult topic to discuss. Find out how early intervention can help save a company.

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Industrial Strategy: one year on at Companies House

Posted by: Gary Townley - Senior communications manager, Posted on: 5 December 2018 - Categories: Companies House transformation
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It's the anniversary of the UK's Industrial Strategy. Find out how we’re supporting the growth of start-ups and small businesses in the UK.

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Purposeful companies: Active Minds

Posted by: David Higgs - Media and PR Lead, Posted on: 3 December 2018 - Categories: Business stories
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Find out how Ben Atkinson-Willes set up his company Active Minds, a social business striving to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia.

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About Companies House blog

We use our blog to talk about the work we’re doing, offering tips and advice on starting, running and closing a company. We also share the latest developments on the changes to UK company law.

All information is accurate at the time of publishing. For the latest information and guidance, visit our guidance pages on GOV.UK.

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Changes to UK company law

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act has given Companies House the power to play a more significant role in tackling economic crime and supporting economic growth.

Find out how this affects you and your company.

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