Business ownership and management

While poor governance can bring serious legal consequences, the law can also protect business owners and managers and help to prevent conflict.

The board of directors - overview

The board of directors are responsible for managing a company. As well as looking after corporate governance, they help take the business forward.

Shares and shareholders - overview

Your company articles of association usually set out shareholders' rights. You can use a separate shareholders agreement to cover other key issues.

Family businesses - overview

Building a family business and passing it on to your children can be enormously rewarding, but may present ownership and management challenges.

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FAQs

Company administration FAQs

As well as general company admin, directors are ultimately responsible for ensuring the company complies with the law, including the Companies Acts.

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New director induction

New directors are likely to require some key information and training when they are first appointed, including on their role and responsibilities.