Can you act as our registered office and handle Companies House mail?

Yes. A third party can act as a company’s registered office under UK law, provided statutory correspondence is received, monitored and forwarded promptly. Using a professional registered office service helps protect privacy, ensures Companies House mail is not missed and keeps the company’s official record consistent.

Why outsource Company Secretarial Compliance?

Outsourcing Company Secretarial Compliance helps ensure that statutory obligations are met accurately and on time. It reduces the risk of errors in Companies House filings, incomplete or outdated registers and potential strike-off action. For many SMEs it is more efficient to rely on specialists who understand UK company law and keep up with regulatory changes.

Company Secretarial Compliance

Q: Does my company need a company secretary?

Most private limited companies in the UK do not need to appoint a company secretary unless their articles of association explicitly require one. However, the responsibilities still need fulfilling. Many businesses choose to outsource Company Secretarial Compliance so that statutory duties are handled accurately and on time by specialists.

Q: What happens if we file our confirmation statement late?

There is no automatic financial penalty for filing a confirmation statement late, but Companies House may begin strike-off action if it remains overdue. Late filings can also cause issues with banks, lenders and suppliers who expect an up to date public record. Filing the confirmation statement before strike-off action completes keeps the company active.

Q: What statutory registers must a UK company maintain?

UK companies must maintain statutory registers including the register of members, register of directors, register of directors’ residential addresses, the PSC register, the register of charges for older charges and a register of secretaries where applicable. These records must be kept at the registered office address or at an authorised inspection location.

Q: What changes must be reported to Companies House?

Changes that must be reported to Companies House include the appointment or removal of directors, changes to director details, updates to the registered office address, share allotments or transfers, changes to PSC information, adoption of new articles of association and changes to share capital. Reporting these promptly helps keep the company compliant and reduces the risk of strike-off action.

Your bridge between business ambition and legal order

Company Secretarial Compliance

Your bridge between business ambition and legal order

Reliable Company Secretarial Compliance for Businesses Across Hampshire and West Sussex

Company Secretarial Compliance is about keeping every detail of your business structure accurate, up to date and fully aligned with Companies House requirements. At Lewis Brownlee, we support companies across Hampshire and West Sussex with reliable, well organised compliance services that remove the risk of missed deadlines or incomplete records. From maintaining statutory registers to managing filings throughout the year, we make sure your business stays protected, well governed and ready for growth.

Contact our Company Secretarial Compliance Experts Today

Reliable Company Secretarial Compliance for Businesses Across Hampshire and West Sussex

Company Secretarial Compliance is about keeping every detail of your business structure accurate, up to date and fully aligned with Companies House requirements. At Lewis Brownlee, we support companies across Hampshire and West Sussex with reliable, well organised compliance services that remove the risk of missed deadlines or incomplete records. From maintaining statutory registers to managing filings throughout the year, we make sure your business stays protected, well governed and ready for growth.

Contact Us Today!

Our Company Secretarial Compliance Offerings

– Keeping your corporate story aligned, accurate and ready –

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Annual Confirmation Statements

We can prepare, review and submit the statement with your approval on an annual basis

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Company Formations

We will assist you throughout and ensure that you chose the best company structure to suit you

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Registered Office

Our address can be your company’s registered office, as we are for many of our clients

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Companies House

We can assist you to maintain and prepare your records at Companies House to ensure your business is lawful

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Statutory Books and Records

Our team, will keep these important and legal records updated and correctly maintained



Advice, Guidance and Support

We’ll guide you with a wide range of technical advice for your company’s needs

Our Company Secretarial Compliance Offerings

– Keeping your corporate story aligned, accurate and ready –



Annual Confirmation Statements

We can prepare, review and submit the statement with your approval on an annual basis



Company Formations

We will assist you throughout and ensure that you chose the best company structure to suit you



Registered Office

Our address can be your company’s registered office, as we are for many of our clients



Companies House

We can assist you to maintain and prepare your records at Companies House to ensure your business is lawful



Statutory Books and Records

Our team, will keep these important and legal records updated and correctly maintained



Advice, Guidance and Support

We’ll guide you with a wide range of technical advice for your company’s needs

Expert Company Secretarial Compliance Services

– Turning corporate red tape into a smooth straight line –

Keeping your company compliant should never feel complicated. Our Company Secretarial Compliance services gives you a clear, reliable structure for every statutory responsibility, so your business stays fully aligned with Companies House requirements throughout the year.

Every task is completed with precision and care, ensuring your corporate information remains correct, compliant and ready for review at any time. With our help, corporate red tape becomes a smooth, organised process instead of an ongoing challenge. To help you stay on top of your obligations, we provide a full range of Company Secretarial Compliance services, including:

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Company formations

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Preparation of dividend certificates & Stamp duty exemptions



Maintenance of Statutory books and registers in electronic format



Preparation of Minutes

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Amendments to the Memorandum and Articles of Association

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Provision of Registered Office and forwarding facilities



Changes to share capital



Preparation & filing of statutory returns & accounts with Companies House



Changes to the officers of the company

Expert Company Secretarial Compliance Services

– Turning corporate red tape into a smooth straight line –

Keeping your company compliant should never feel complicated. Our Company Secretarial Compliance services gives you a clear, reliable structure for every statutory responsibility, so your business stays fully aligned with Companies House requirements throughout the year.

Every task is completed with precision and care, ensuring your corporate information remains correct, compliant and ready for review at any time. With our help, corporate red tape becomes a smooth, organised process instead of an ongoing challenge. To help you stay on top of your obligations, we provide a full range of Company Secretarial Compliance services, including:



Company formations



Preparation of dividend certificates & Stamp duty exemptions



Maintenance of Statutory books and registers in electronic format



Preparation of Minutes



Amendments to the Memorandum and Articles of Association



Provision of Registered Office and forwarding facilities



Changes to share capital



Preparation & filing of statutory returns & accounts with Companies House



Changes to the officers of the company

Company Secretarial Compliance - how we can help

How can we help you?

It is a requirement by law for all companies to report changes and file annual Confirmation Statements to Companies House.

The company secretarial part of running your company is incredibly important to keep up to date and stick to tight filing deadlines.

With regulations and requirements changing on a regular basis, we understand it has become more challenging for directors to always ‘be in the know’.

Because we know how busy you are developing and running your businesses, take the hassle away and let us help you achieve those deadlines and keep you updated with all necessary changes in company law.

How we can help you?

It is a requirement by law for all companies to report changes and file annual Confirmation Statements to Companies House.

The company secretarial part of running your company is incredibly important to keep up to date and stick to tight filing deadlines.

With regulations and requirements changing on a regular basis, we understand it has become more challenging for directors to always ‘be in the know’.

Because we know how busy you are developing and running your businesses, take the hassle away and let us help you achieve those deadlines and keep you updated with all necessary changes in company law.

are you in control?

When your schedule feels like a race against the clock, we keep your company compliance sharp, steady and heading in the right direction.

Book a meeting with our experts today!

FAQs

What is Company Secretarial Compliance?

Company Secretarial Compliance covers the legal and administrative duties every UK company must meet under the Companies Act 2006. This includes maintaining statutory registers, filing confirmation statements, recording director and shareholder changes, updating share capital and ensuring all Companies House filings are accurate and on time.

Does my company need a company secretary?

Private limited companies in the UK do not need to appoint a company secretary unless their articles of association require it. The responsibilities still need fulfilling, so many businesses choose to outsource compliance to ensure accuracy and continuity.

What happens if we file our confirmation statement late?

There is no financial penalty for late filing, but Companies House may begin strike-off action if it remains overdue. Late filings can also affect your credibility with banks, lenders and suppliers. Filing before strike-off action completes keeps the company active.

What statutory registers must a UK company maintain?

UK companies must maintain statutory registers including: the register of members, register of directors, register of directors’ residential addresses, PSC register, register of charges for older charges and register of secretaries if applicable. These must be kept at the registered office or an authorised inspection address.

What changes must be reported to Companies House?

Changes that must be reported include the appointment or removal of directors, amendments to director details, changes to the registered office, updates to PSC information, share allotments or transfers, adoption of new articles of association and changes to share capital. Missing these filings may lead to compliance issues or strike-off action.