CompactLaw Legal Glossary

Annual Return

Sent yearly by all companies to Companies House. The annual return includes the following information: the company's stated business activity, details of the registered office, directors and members/shareholders. Late filing or failure to file is a criminal offence with set fines according to how late a filing is. Companies House can also remove companies from the Companies Registry if they fail to file.

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