How to Appoint and Remove a Director from a UK Limited Company
Directors are appointed by shareholders (via written resolution or board meeting) and registered at Companies House using Form AP01 (within 14 days of appointment).
Directors are appointed by shareholders (via written resolution or board meeting) and registered at Companies House using Form AP01 (within 14 days of appointment). Removal is via an Ordinary Resolution of shareholders (50%+ vote, 28 days' special notice to the director). Articles may impose additional protections. This article covers the full legal process, including employment law implications if the director is also an employee.
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