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How to appoint or resign a director

Simple steps for adding or removing company director

How to add a director

To appoint a director, you must:

  • Confirm they are eligible (over 16* and not disqualified)
  • Confirm they agree to act as a director
  • Update your internal company records
  • Notify Companies House of the appointment

How to remove a director

  • The resigning director submits a resignation letter
  • Update your internal company records
  • Notify Companies House of the termination

Please note: a company must always have at least one director at all times

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*Whilst the legal minimum age of a director is 16,  due to compliance complexities, 1st Formations can only appoint directors over the age of 18.