Frequently Asked Questions

UK: In the UK, what is a "register of members"? Must I keep one for my company?

The register of members is the definitive statement and prima facie evidence of the shareholders of a UK company, the number and class of shares they hold and when they acquired those shares. Every UK private limited company is required to maintain a register of members. Failure to keep this register is a criminal offence committed by the company and every officer of the company who is in default. 

A company’s register of members should be retained for inspection at its registered office or at a single alternative inspection location located in the same part of the UK as the company’s registered office. 

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