Latest from Companies House.
We pull the latest Companies House updates, filing changes, compliance announcements, and important business reporting news — helping owner-managed businesses stay informed and compliant.
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Being an intelligence analyst at Companies House
by Intelligence Team - Companies House on February 25, 2026 at 11:07 am
Intelligence analysts at Companies House examine data to uncover hidden patterns and spot potential misuse of the register. Read how their work helps decide where to focus efforts in tackling economic crime.
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Becoming the trusted guardian of corporate transparency
by Andy King - Chief Executive and Registrar of Companies for England and Wales on January 22, 2026 at 2:38 pm
Andy King, Chief Executive and Registrar of Companies for England and Wales looks back on a transformative year for Companies House, and sets out what's ahead for 2026.
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Understanding identity verification for people with significant control (PSCs)
by Identity Verification Team on January 16, 2026 at 9:54 am
Companies House has introduced new identity verification requirements for people with significant control (PSCs). Find out why, how and when you need to verify if you're a PSC.
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Using a third party provider to verify your identity with Companies House
by Mark Buckley - Implementation Lead, ACSP on December 11, 2025 at 3:07 pm
Directors and people with significant control (PSCs) can verify their identity through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP). This blog post explores the benefits of using an ACSP to verify.
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Collaborating with the Insolvency Service to tackle economic crime
by Integrity and Enforcement Team on November 28, 2025 at 10:52 am
Find out how we're working with the Insolvency Service to fight back against people who take advantage of corporate structures to hide their crimes.
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Verifying your identity for Companies House with GOV.UK One Login
by Natalie Jones OBE - Director of Digital Identity, Government Digital Service on November 19, 2025 at 12:31 pm
Find out how verifying your identity with GOV.UK One Login for Companies House is designed to be quick, free and secure.
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How Companies House is helping businesses prepare for identity verification
by Esme Turner - Head of Campaigns, Insight and Education on November 6, 2025 at 2:27 pm
From 18 November 2025, identity verification with Companies House becomes a legal requirement. Find out how we're helping businesses to prepare.
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Data protection for small businesses: practical support from the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
by Faye Spencer, Head of Business Service - The ICO on October 29, 2025 at 9:32 am
In this guest blog post, the Information Commissioner's Office offers advice and resources to help your business handle data protection.
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Companies House strategy: Building trust in our data, cracking down on economic crime and supporting growth
by Andy King - Chief Executive and Registrar of Companies for England and Wales on October 23, 2025 at 10:46 am
Andy King, our Chief Executive and Registrar of Companies for England and Wales, discusses our strategy for 2025 to 2030.
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Making identity verification simple, secure and trusted
by Identity Verification Team on October 16, 2025 at 3:02 pm
From 18 November 2025, directors and people with significant control (PSCs) will be legally required to verify their identity. Read more about the identity verification process.