Companies House Identity Verification Update

This episode covers the UK government 's document outlining the phased implementation of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023. This act significantly reforms Companies House, aiming to improve transparency and combat economic crime by enhancing data accuracy and verification processes. The second source is a news article summarising key updates from the government's transition plan, highlighting the introduction of Authorised Corporate Service Providers (ACSPs) for identity verification and the upcoming mandatory identity checks for company directors and persons with significant control. Both sources detail the timeline for these changes, spanning several years and involving millions of individuals.