Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company formation and operation in the UK. Key sections include 8 and 18 (memorandum requirements), 28 (memorandum effect), and 7 (formation method).
Corporate Governance Code: Applicable for listed companies, sets out standards of good practice for board composition, remuneration, shareholder engagement, and corporate reporting.
Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015: Legislation focusing on transparency and filing requirements for companies registered in the UK.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services companies, relevant if the company operates in the financial sector.
Modern Slavery Act 2015: Requires larger corporations to report on steps taken to ensure their business and supply chains are free from human trafficking and slavery.
Bribery Act 2010: Anti-corruption legislation that sets out corporate liability for bribery and corruption offenses.
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislative framework governing how companies must handle and protect personal data.
Companies House Requirements: Official guidelines and requirements for company registration and ongoing compliance with filing obligations.
FCA Regulations: Financial Conduct Authority regulations applicable to companies in the financial services sector or listed companies.
