Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation providing the fundamental framework for company formation and operation in the UK
Company Names and Trading Disclosures Regulations 2015: Secondary legislation governing company naming conventions and disclosure requirements
Companies Model Articles Regulations 2008: Secondary legislation providing default template articles for different types of companies
Companies Registration Regulations 2008: Secondary legislation detailing the procedures and requirements for company registration
UK Corporate Governance Code: Regulatory guidance for publicly listed companies on governance standards and best practices
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Additional regulatory framework applicable to companies operating in financial services
Small Business Enterprise and Employment Act 2015: Legislation affecting small business operations and employment matters
EU Retained Law: Relevant European Union laws retained in UK legislation post-Brexit affecting company operations
Company Name Requirements: Legal requirements and restrictions for choosing and registering a company name
Registered Office Requirements: Legal obligations regarding the maintenance of a registered office address
Liability Limitations: Provisions regarding the limitation of liability for company members
Share Capital Structure: Requirements for establishing and maintaining share capital structure
Directors Powers and Duties: Legal framework defining directors' responsibilities and authority
Shareholder Rights: Legal provisions regarding shareholder rights, meetings, and voting procedures
Decision Making Processes: Required procedures for corporate decision-making and governance
Company Secretary Provisions: Requirements and responsibilities related to the company secretary role
Dividend Distribution Rules: Regulations governing the distribution of dividends and other company profits
Administrative Requirements: General administrative obligations and procedures for company operations
