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Definition of incorporation
Incorporation is the legal process by which a new or existing business registers as a limited company with Companies House under the Companies Act 2006.
Once a business is incorporated as a company, UK tax law requires the company directors to file certain documents with HMRC every year, such as an annual return and a confirmation statement.
The directors are also responsible for informing Companies House about certain changes to the company, such as the appointment or resignation of directors or a change in registered office.
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