Board Minutes Change of Company Name by Provisions in Articles

These board minutes record a board meeting convened to change a company’s registered name using the method provided for in the company’s articles of association, in accordance with section 79 of the Companies Act 2006.

The company may choose to change its name by special resolution instead. This is dealt with in the first set of board minutes provided within this group of documents.

Which route to a name change do your articles require?

Use these minutes where the company is changing its name using the procedure set out in its articles of association. The minutes will need to reflect the specific procedure stated in the relevant articles.

The most common procedure set out in company articles for changing the company name is by board resolution. However, it is essential to check the articles of association to see what is specified.

Is the proposed name compliant?

The company should confirm that its choice of new name complies with the Companies Act 2006, the Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Act 2023 and all other relevant company names regulations.

What needs to be filed at Companies House?

Following the procedure to change the company name, the company will need to file the appropriate form with Companies House. Form NM04 is the correct form for a change of name by means provided in the articles.

Who are these minutes designed for?

These minutes are designed to be used by a private limited company.

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