Gain essential insights into the formation, structure, and regulatory requirements of various business entities. Equip yourself with the knowledge to advise clients on selecting the right business vehicle, navigating incorporation processes, and understanding the legal intricacies of corporate governance. This is your go-to resource for practical guidance to enhance your corporate practice.
Corporate analysis: The Code Committee of the Takeover Panel (Panel) has published a consultation paper, PCP 2026/1. The consultation proposes a broad...
The Takeover Panel’s Code Committee has launched a consultation on miscellaneous amendments to the Takeover Code. The proposals are intended to...
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has published the latest list of signatories to the UK Stewardship Code, confirming that 191 organisations meet...
This week's edition of Corporate weekly highlights includes revised EU sustainability reporting standards, a new House of Lords human rights and...
Separate legal personality and the corporate veilCorporate legal personality—the Salomon principleA properly formed registered company is a separate...
A company’s constitutionWhat is a company's constitution?A company’s 'constitution' is defined under the Companies Act 2006 (CA 2006) as...
Allotment and issue of shares—fundamentalsSTOP PRESS: A significant restructuring of the UK listing regime came into effect on 29 July 2024, which...
Private companies limited by sharesThis Practice Note summarises the main features of a private company limited by shares. It also covers key...
Forms of business vehicle—fundamentalsThere are many forms of business vehicle and it is important that the most appropriate form of vehicle is chosen to carry on a business; the choice of vehicle may have a bearing on the business’s success or failure.Not every vehicle will suit the needs and
Unincorporated associationsThis Practice Note explores unincorporated associations. It describes the legal framework and structure of an unincorporated association and considers the perceived advantages and disadvantages of operating this vehicle.What is an unincorporated association?An
Overseas companies with an establishment in the UKWhen an overseas company opens an establishment which carries on business in the United Kingdom, it may have to register its particulars with Companies House pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act 2006 (CA 2006) and the Overseas Companies
Private companies limited by sharesThis Practice Note summarises the main features of a private company limited by shares. It also covers key differences with public companies limited by shares, and why a private company limited by shares might be chosen as a preferred business vehicle instead of
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