What is a Compulsory Strike Off And Can It Be Stopped?

 A compulsory strike off, also known as a dissolution, occurs when a company's legal existence is removed from the Companies House register.


Why would a company be struck off?

There are several causes for this.

It can be voluntary if the board of directors decides the company is no longer useful to them:

  • They want to shut down the company and start something new.
  • Directors are retiring.
  • They have no one to pass the firm down to. Note that this type of strike off requires the completion of a DS01 form (shown).

The other alternative is to get a compulsory striking off order issued by a third-party petitioner — generally Companies House. The following are some of the reasons why you should strike off frequently:

  • Noncompliance with legal obligations
  • Accounts not submitted on schedule
  • Annual confirmation statement not submitted
  • The business has ceased operations.
  • There will be no directors appointed.

Can I appeal a mandatory strike-off notice?

To avoid a strike-off notice from Companies House, make sure you reply quickly to any issues they find with your company. Top tip: keep all papers and files current.

Any essential documentation of trade and any changes to business facts should be provided. To keep them satisfied and avoid any unwelcome notices, simply keep Companies House up to date.

What is the process for a compulsory strike off?

Companies House must have good reason to initiate a compulsory strike off. At least two formal warning letters should be given to the employer, explaining the difficulties and the possibility of a strike. If no change or action is taken in response to these warnings, an initial request to strike the company off the register is published in the Gazette. This gives anyone else a two-month window to object to the application.

Companies House can remove your firm off the register if you do not react to the strike off notice - whether you are still trading or not! There will be no more opportunities for disagreement, the company's legal existence will be terminated, financial backing will be denied, and you, as a director, may face investigation. If a compulsory strike off notice is issued, you must move quickly...even more so if you have a disputed case with evidence.

What are my options following a request to strike off?

This is entirely dependent on your company's future goals.

If you want the firm to stop trading, the process can continue as long as you have no outstanding debts or liabilities, all assets have been realised, and the company has ceased trading. The business will formally close and be struck from the public register.

If you want to accept the strike-off but have outstanding debts and/or assets, you'll need to consider a corporate liquidation — speak with one of our experts for more information.

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