ID Verification for Company Directors and PSCs
Category: Guidance
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In the new era of UK company regulation, one acronym is reshaping how businesses operate: ACSP. An Authorised Corporate Service Provider is no longer just a filing agent or company formation service. It’s a regulated, AML‑supervised entity that acts as a governance gatekeeper — verifying identities, safeguarding filings, and ensuring that the people behind companies…
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The Line Has Been Drawn. With identity verification now embedded into UK company law, the corporate landscape is splitting in two: The reforms aren’t just about compliance — they’re about credibility. They’re separating legitimate directors from those who operated in the shadows. And as enforcement tightens, the divide is becoming permanent. This article explores who’s…
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The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) was a permanent shift in how UK Companies are governed. It didn’t just update the rules, it permanently changed the operating environment for every UK company. Phased in over multiple years, the direction of travel is unmistakable: Directors, PSCs, and anyone interacting with Companies House now operate…
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Read our LinkedIn article on the future of the GOV.UK One Login and Companies House ID verification for Company Directors and PSCs, what to expect, and why to act early.
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The UK has introduced a new legal requirement: anyone who runs, owns, or controls a company must prove who they are. This includes company directors and people with significant control (PSCs). The aim is simple — to stop fake identities, reduce fraud, and make the Companies House register more trustworthy. Here’s the basics of what…