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Confirmation statements are a key part of company compliance in both the UK and Jersey, yet many directors still misunderstand their purpose. This guide explains what confirmation statements are, when they must be filed, and how the requirements differ between jurisdictions. It also highlights common filing mistakes and practical steps companies can take to keep their statutory records accurate and compliant.

ESG reporting is transforming corporate governance across the UK and Jersey. What began as voluntary sustainability disclosure now sits at the centre of board oversight, risk management, and regulatory compliance. As climate reporting standards tighten and investor scrutiny grows, directors must demonstrate clear governance structures, reliable ESG data, and accountability at board level.

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 is transforming Companies House into an active regulator with new powers to verify, query and reject filings. With mandatory identity checks and digital filing ahead, boards face greater scrutiny, higher accountability and increased personal risk.

The board approved the decision unanimously. Six months later, it was being questioned by regulators. Not because the outcome was wrong, but because there was no documented evidence showing how the decision had been reached. The committee mandate was loosely defined, the minutes lacked detail on rationale, and a director’s declared conflict had not been formally managed. What appeared to be a routine governance process quickly became a governance issue. Examples like this are

Across the UK and Jersey, regulators and governance codes increasingly expect boards to demonstrate that committees are deliberately designed, regularly reviewed, and aligned to organisational purpose.

Anti-money laundering frameworks set out how organisations must prevent, detect, and report financial crime. Find out what this means for company secretaries.