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THERE ARE KEY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN LEGAL SHAREHOLDERS, AND BENEFICIAL SHAREHOLDERS. When it comes to holding shares, it is important to be aware of the distinction between legal and beneficial shareholders. This is because there is a difference in the rights of a legal and a beneficial shareholder. It is important to have clarity over the…

The annual general meeting (AGM) is a firm fixture in the calendar of UK public companies. It serves as an opportunity to reflect on the previous year’s performance and provides vital information to shareholders. An AGM also looks to the future, setting clear company-wide targets for the coming year and analysing the market and industry…

Shareholder meetings are an important means of enabling transparency and accountability over company polices and performance. They provide an opportunity for members to question the board over company strategy, hear the views of other shareholders and make decisions. But what is the difference between an annual general meeting (AGM) and an extraordinary general meeting (EGM)?…

AGM Notice Periods AGM season is upon us and, yet again, one of the first steps is to make sure the AGM notice period is calculated correctly. The rules can be confusing and the objective here is to clarify and provide a standard for the date of the notice. section 360 – the clear day…

Pros and Cons of setting up a Limited Company One of the first decisions you will make as a new business owner is what regulatory structure is best for your business. Depending on the type of industry you are in, your target clientele and your anticipated turnover, there may be several options available to you.…