The registry for companies incorporated in England and Wales. It has three main functions:
• The incorporation, re-registration and striking-off of companies.
• The registration of documents that must be filed under company, insolvency and related legislation.
• The provision of company information to the public.
For further information, see the Companies House website.
Related links
Practical Law Dictionary. Glossary of UK, US and international legal terms. www.practicallaw.com. 2010.