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Running a Limited Company: What every director needs to know

July 28, 2026

12:00 - 13:00

Zoom | Teams | Online

Business Academy

Learn how to set up and run a limited company with confidence, covering director responsibilities, compliance requirements, and the essentials of good governance.


What you’ll learn

  • Understand the key steps involved in starting and running a limited company in the UK.

 

  • Identify the legal duties and responsibilities of company directors and the consequences of non-compliance.

 

  • Recognise annual filing requirements and apply good governance practices that support business growth, transparency and accountability.

Description
Starting and running a limited company comes with a range of legal responsibilities and ongoing obligations. This practical webinar, delivered by Companies House, will provide business owners, company directors and those considering incorporation with a clear understanding of what is required to successfully establish and manage a limited company.

Attendees will learn about the key steps involved in setting up a company, the statutory duties and responsibilities of directors, and the annual filing requirements needed to maintain compliance. The session will also explore the importance of good governance practices and how they can help build trust, improve decision-making and support long-term business success.

Whether you are launching a new venture, have recently become a director, or want to refresh your knowledge of company obligations, this webinar will equip you with practical guidance and insights to help you meet your responsibilities confidently and avoid common compliance pitfalls.


Speakers


Henry Vaile
Principal Policy Advisor, Companies House

Henry Vaile is Principal Policy Advisor for Accounts & Reporting at Companies House, responsible for delivery of all Companies Act related policy changes relating to the filing of accounts.

The policy team works closely with colleagues in the Department of Business and Trade and other cross-Government partners to support the implementation of the new Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 and to ensure Companies House systems and processes are compliant with the law.

Event cost: Free

Venue address

Online

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