The end of the annual return, PSC Register – what is it and what changes were made?

The Register identifies and makes public the ultimate beneficial owners and controllers of a company. Since 30 June 2016, the Register has been open for public inspection and is searchable at Companies House on a central database.

The changes were a consequence of the Small Business Enterprise and Employment Act 2015 (the “Act”). The aim of the Act was to create greater transparency in the ownership of companies.

We have prepared a guidance note summarising the Regulations and what the changes have meant for your business.

Please click here to view / download our guidance note.