Germany will implement the EU company law directive (EU) 2017/1132 (latest government proposal: https://dserver.bundestag.de/btd/20/038/2003822.pdf). The new law will serve as a basis for EU-wide corporate mergers, divisions and transformations of German companies. In addition, it will provide for essential improvements to mergers and other company reorganizations. Below are some key topics and changes.… Continue Reading
The Government has published the Corporate Transparency and Register Reform White Paper which will significantly transform the corporate landscape and assist in the fight against economic crime. Key areas of proposed reform include the following:… Continue Reading
Many listed companies are now starting to prepare for the 2021 annual general meeting (“AGM”) season and plan their next annual report. This note summarises what we think will be some of the key agenda items for 2021.… Continue Reading
The Financial Reporting Council’s ambitious UK Stewardship Code 2020, effective 1 January 2020, required a new mandatory annual Stewardship Report to be published. This is challenging for investors as it requires reporting on stewardship activities actually undertaken and the outcomes actually achieved, not just stating intent or policy. Some institutions have already reported early and … Continue Reading
From 6 April 2016, most companies and LLPs will be required to keep a “PSC Register” listing “People with Significant Control”, that is individuals or legal entities who, or which, have significant control over the company or LLP. This is a new, additional duty which applies to UK incorporated companies limited by shares (including dormant … Continue Reading
