Companies House: Directors’ Responsibilities Under ECCTA

The reforms in the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 represent the most extensive enhancement to Companies House’s powers since its inception, whilst significantly extending its role. The legislation introduces new powers to disrupt economic crime and drive greater transparency and accountability through the UK’s corporate registers. 

It also aims to improve the accuracy of Companies House data and strengthen the UK’s reputation as a place where legitimate business can thrive.

This webinar will set out these changes in detail, so offering an opportunity for attendees to acquire an in-depth understanding of the implications for their roles.

• An overview of the Companies House Strategy 2025-30 and how this is guiding delivery of the reforms set out in the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) 2023;

• An update on the implementation of Identity Verification (IDV);

• An outline of the responsibilities of Authorised Corporate Service Providers (ACSPs);

• An update on the introduction of accounts reforms;

• An outline of Companies House new powers to tackle economic crime. 

Speaker

Rachael Watts

Head of the Implementation Unit - Companies House

Rachael Watts has played a leading role in the Companies House Transformation and the major changes including introduction of new powers, identity verification and register of overseas entities.