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Written resolution to disapply pre-emption rightsIf a company wants to allot new shares without first offering them to the existing shareholders, it will usually need to authorise the directors to disapply these pre-emption rights. Our model sets out... Read more
27 Mar 2018
Checklist for re-registering as a public companyA private company on the up may decide to convert to a public company. Our checklist and model resolution take you through the process.Why convert?A private company may decide that the time is right to ... Read more
05 Feb 2018
Glossary - sharesAllotment or issue? Called-up or paid-up? Shares terminology can be a bit of a minefield. Our glossary provides a quick reference to help interpret the documentation.Terminology trialsYou might come across some of the terms in our gl... Read more
13 Mar 2018
Written resolution to authorise directors to allot sharesDirectors need the shareholders' authorisation to allot shares. Our model sets out a sample form of resolution.Allotting sharesThe Companies Act 2006 allows directors to allot shares in their co... Read more
27 Mar 2018
Written ordinary resolution to approve final dividendOnly shareholders can approve the payment of a final dividend. The articles usually call for an ordinary resolution, which can be passed in writing or at a shareholders' meeting. Using a written res... Read more
21 Aug 2018
Alterations to share capital summaryAlterations to a company's share capital that do not affect the number of shares in issue are relatively straightforward. Our summary explains why these changes might be necessary and how to carry them out.Consolida... Read more
14 Dec 2018
Redemption or purchase of a company's own shares summaryThere are two situations in which a company can acquire an interest in its own shares. Our summary explains when they arise and the procedures that need to be followed. Exception to the ruleGener... Read more
14 Dec 2018
Shareholder resolutions summaryThere are two main types of shareholder resolution. Use our summary table to make sure you are meeting the various requirements to ensure that your shareholders' decisions are valid.Which resolution?Shareholders' decision... Read more
18 Sep 2018
